Privacy Policy

How we collect, use, protect, and share your information when you use Bakaaro Online Market.

Version: 1.0 Last Updated: April 22, 2025 Jurisdiction: Somalia

Thank you for choosing Bakaaro Online Market (“we”, “us”, or “our”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application Bakaaro Online Market (the “Service”). By using the Service, you agree to the practices described in this Policy.

1) Interpretation & Definitions

Interpretation. Words with capitalized first letters have meanings defined below, whether they appear in singular or plural.

  • Account: a unique account created for you to access the Service.
  • Application: the Bakaaro Online Market app.
  • Company: Bakaaro Online Market.
  • Country: Somalia.
  • Device: any device that can access the Service (phone, computer, tablet).
  • Personal Data: information that identifies an individual.
  • Service Provider: third parties that process data on our behalf.
  • Usage Data: data collected automatically (e.g., app analytics and logs).
  • You: the individual or organization using the Service.

2) Information We Collect

We collect information to provide and improve the Service:

a) Personal Data
  • Name
  • Phone number
  • Email address
  • Shipping or billing address (when required for delivery)
b) Usage Data

Collected automatically and may include IP address, device model, OS version, app version, pages viewed, and time spent.

3) How We Use Your Information

  • Provide, operate, and maintain the Service
  • Manage your account and orders
  • Communicate with you about updates, security, and support
  • Offer promotions and news (if you opt in)
  • Improve performance through analytics
  • Prevent fraud and ensure security

4) Sharing Your Personal Data

We do not sell or rent your personal data. We may share data with:

  • Service providers (payments, delivery, analytics)
  • Successors in the event of a business transfer
  • Authorities, when required by law

5) Data Retention

We retain Personal Data only as long as necessary to provide the Service, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce policies. Usage Data may be kept for shorter periods unless needed for security or improvement.

6) International Transfers

Your information may be processed in countries outside your jurisdiction. By using the Service, you consent to such transfers with appropriate safeguards in place.

7) Deleting Your Data

You may request deletion of your Personal Data from within your account or by contacting us. We may retain limited data where required by law or for legitimate interests.

8) Data Security

We use encryption, secure servers, and industry-standard measures to protect your data. However, no electronic transmission or storage method is completely secure.

9) Children’s Privacy

The Service is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If you believe a child has provided Personal Data, contact us to remove it.

Our Service may link to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. Please review their policies.

11) Changes to This Policy

We may update this Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted here and the “Last Updated” date will be revised. Significant updates may be communicated by email or in-app notice.

12) Contact Us

If you have questions or requests regarding this Policy:


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