Somalia

Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 20, 2024

Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

The Somalia Brand Hub is operated by the Federal Government of Somalia to provide centralized access to official brand assets for government ministries, departments, and agencies. This Privacy Policy describes how we handle your personal information when you use our platform.

Information We Collect

  • Personal information (name, email, phone number, ministry affiliation)
  • Account credentials and authentication data
  • Usage data (assets downloaded, searches performed, pages visited)
  • Device information (IP address, browser type, operating system)
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

How We Use Your Information

  • Provide and maintain the Somalia Brand Hub platform
  • Authenticate users and manage account access
  • Process asset requests and approvals
  • Send notifications about platform updates and activities
  • Generate analytics and improve platform performance
  • Ensure security and prevent unauthorized access

Data Security

  • Industry-standard encryption for data transmission (SSL/TLS)
  • Secure storage of passwords using cryptographic hashing
  • Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
  • Access controls and role-based permissions
  • Audit logs tracking all system activities
  • Regular backups and disaster recovery procedures

Your Rights

  • Access your personal data and download a copy
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your account and data
  • Opt-out of non-essential communications
  • Object to processing of your personal data
  • Lodge a complaint with relevant authorities

Data Sharing

  • We do not sell your personal information to third parties
  • Data is shared only within government ministries as necessary
  • Third-party service providers bound by confidentiality agreements
  • Legal compliance when required by law or regulation
  • Asset metadata may be visible to other platform users

Data Retention

  • Account data retained while your account is active
  • Audit logs retained for 7 years for compliance purposes
  • Asset download history retained for analytics
  • Deleted accounts purged within 90 days
  • Backup data retained according to disaster recovery policy

Questions About Privacy?

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at privacy@brandhub.gov.so