Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how ChopCalabar (“we”, “our”, or “us”) collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal information when you access or use our platform, including our website and related services (collectively, the “Platform”). By using ChopCalabar, you consent to the practices described in this Policy.

1. Information We Collect

a. Information You Provide

• Name, email address, phone number
• Account login details
• Business details submitted by vendors or agents
• Messages, reviews, or inquiries sent through the platform

b. Automatically Collected Information

• IP address and browser type
• Device and usage data
• Pages visited and interaction data

2. How We Use Your Information

• To provide and maintain the platform
• To manage user, vendor, and agent accounts
• To display and manage listings
• To communicate updates, notices, or support messages
• To improve platform performance and user experience

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data based on user consent, contractual necessity, compliance with legal obligations, and our legitimate interests in operating and improving ChopCalabar.

4. Sharing of Information

We do not sell personal data. Information may be shared only with:

• Service providers assisting with hosting, analytics, or payments
• Legal authorities where required by law
• Business partners for sponsored listings (non-personal data only)

5. Cookies & Tracking

ChopCalabar uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, analyze traffic, and improve services. You may disable cookies in your browser, though some features may not function properly.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no system is completely secure.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request correction or deletion
• Withdraw consent where applicable
• Request data portability

9. Third-Party Links

ChopCalabar may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

10. Children’s Privacy

ChopCalabar is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect data from minors.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Continued use of the platform after changes indicates acceptance of the updated Policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:
Email: support@chopcalabar.com