Cookie Policy

Last Updated: May 22, 2025

At YAPITOP, the protection of your personal data is fundamental. This policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information, in compliance with the Data Protection Act, 2019 (Kenya) and other applicable Kenyan regulations.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

  • Identification data: Name, national ID number, PIN (Personal Identification Number), email address, phone number, and postal address.
  • Technical information: IP address, browser type, device information, and browsing data through cookies.
  • Third-party information: Data we receive from business partners or social media platforms, with your prior consent.

2. Purposes of Processing

We use your personal information to:

  • Provide, manage, and improve our services and products.
  • Process your requests, purchases, transactions, and payments.
  • Communicate with you about services, products, promotions, and events.
  • Personalize your experience and deliver relevant content.
  • Conduct statistical analysis and market research.
  • Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights.

3. Sharing Your Information

We may share your personal information with:

  • Service providers who help us operate our business and are required to protect your information.
  • Public authorities when required by law, regulation, or legal process.
  • Third parties in case of business reorganization, merger, sale, or asset transfer.

4. Information Security

We implement technical, administrative, and physical measures designed to protect the security of your personal information against loss, unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction, in accordance with the Data Protection Act, 2019 and its Regulations. However, no system is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.

5. Your Data Protection Rights

In accordance with the Data Protection Act, 2019, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data in our possession.
  • Rectify your personal data when it is inaccurate or incomplete.
  • Erase your personal data when you consider it is no longer required for any of the stated purposes.
  • Object to the processing of your personal data for specific purposes.
  • Withdraw consent for the processing of your personal data.
  • Restrict the use or disclosure of your personal data.

To exercise these rights, you may contact us through the means indicated in the "Contact" section.

6. Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience on our website. For more information, please consult our Cookie Policy.

7. Links to Third-Party Sites

Our website may contain links to other sites that we do not operate. We have no control over and are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party sites or services. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of all sites you visit.

8. Protection of Minors

Our services are not directed to persons under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can take necessary steps to remove such information.

9. International Transfers

In some cases, your personal data may be transferred to countries outside Kenya. In such cases, we will ensure that such transfers comply with the requirements established in the Data Protection Act, 2019 and that an adequate level of protection for your data is maintained.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update our privacy policy periodically. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. We recommend reviewing this policy regularly to stay informed about how we protect your information.

11. Contact

If you have questions about this privacy policy or wish to exercise your data protection rights, please contact us:

  • Data Controller: YAPITOP
  • Email: hello (at) yapitop.shop
  • Postal Address: Kenyatta Street, Nyeri Town, P.O. Box 4187-10100, Nyeri, Kenya
  • Phone: +254 723 567 840
Important Notice: By providing your personal data, you consent to this Privacy Policy. This policy complies with the provisions of the Data Protection Act, 2019 (Kenya), its Regulations, and the guidelines of the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC). For additional information, you can visit the ODPC website (www.odpc.go.ke).