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Data Protection Policy

Our commitment to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy rights in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

Last updated: December 17, 2024
Compliant with Kenyan Data Protection Act

Data Protection Principles

We adhere to fundamental data protection principles that guide all our data processing activities.

Lawfulness, Fairness & Transparency

We process personal data lawfully, fairly, and transparently

  • Clear legal basis for all data processing activities
  • Transparent communication about data use
  • Fair processing that respects individual rights
  • Regular review of processing activities

Purpose Limitation

Data collected for specific, explicit, and legitimate purposes

  • Clear definition of processing purposes
  • No processing beyond stated purposes
  • Regular review of data use alignment
  • Documentation of purpose changes

Data Minimization

We collect only data that is necessary for our purposes

  • Minimal data collection practices
  • Regular review of data requirements
  • Deletion of unnecessary data
  • Purpose-driven data requests

Accuracy

Personal data is kept accurate and up to date

  • Regular data accuracy reviews
  • Correction mechanisms for users
  • Verification of data sources
  • Prompt correction of inaccuracies

Storage Limitation

Data retained only as long as necessary

  • Defined retention periods for different data types
  • Automatic deletion procedures
  • Regular review of stored data
  • Secure disposal of expired data

Integrity & Confidentiality

Appropriate security measures protect personal data

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • Access controls and authentication
  • Regular security assessments
  • Incident response procedures

Your Data Protection Rights

You have specific rights regarding your personal data. Here's how to exercise them.

Right of Access

Request a copy of your personal data we hold

How to Exercise

Email us with your request and identity verification

Response Time

Within 30 days

Right to Rectification

Correct inaccurate or incomplete personal data

How to Exercise

Contact us with the correct information

Response Time

Within 30 days

Right to Erasure

Request deletion of your personal data

How to Exercise

Submit a deletion request with valid reasons

Response Time

Within 30 days

Right to Restrict Processing

Limit how we process your personal data

How to Exercise

Request processing restrictions with justification

Response Time

Within 30 days

Right to Data Portability

Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format

How to Exercise

Request data export in your preferred format

Response Time

Within 30 days

Right to Object

Object to processing based on legitimate interests

How to Exercise

Submit objection with your specific concerns

Response Time

Immediate review

Security Measures

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

Technical Safeguards

  • End-to-end encryption for all data transmission
  • AES-256 encryption for data at rest
  • Multi-factor authentication for system access
  • Regular security patches and updates
  • Automated backup and disaster recovery
  • Network security monitoring and intrusion detection

Organizational Safeguards

  • Staff training on data protection principles
  • Background checks for employees with data access
  • Confidentiality agreements for all team members
  • Regular security awareness training
  • Incident response and breach notification procedures
  • Third-party vendor security assessments

Physical Safeguards

  • Secure data centers with 24/7 monitoring
  • Biometric access controls for server rooms
  • Environmental controls and fire suppression
  • Secure disposal of physical storage media
  • Clean desk policy for sensitive information
  • Visitor access controls and logging

Data Breach Response

In the unlikely event of a data breach that poses a risk to your rights and freedoms, we have established procedures to respond quickly and effectively.

Our Response Process

  • Immediate containment and assessment
  • Notification to authorities within 72 hours
  • Direct notification to affected individuals
  • Implementation of remedial measures

What We'll Tell You

  • Nature of the breach and data involved
  • Likely consequences and risks
  • Measures taken to address the breach
  • Recommended actions for you to take

Data Protection Contact

For any questions about data protection, to exercise your rights, or to report concerns, please contact our Data Protection Officer.

Contact Information

Email
dpo@bytenuru.com
Phone
+254 700 000 000
Address
Nairobi, Kenya

Response Times

General inquiries:5 business days
Rights requests:30 days
Urgent matters:24 hours
Breach reports:Immediate

Regulatory Authority: If you're not satisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner of Kenya or your local data protection authority.