Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 05/10/2025
At Uplift Africa, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, purchase our products, or use our services.
By using our website https://www.uplift-africa.com, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.
1. Data Controller
Uplift Africa is the data controller responsible for your personal information under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
For any privacy-related questions, please contact us at:
info@upliftafricabusiness.com
7 Vervain House, London, United Kingdom, W3 6GF
2. Information We Collect
We collect personal data that you voluntarily provide to us when you:
Purchase ebooks or consultancy services
Subscribe to our newsletter or mailing list
Fill out contact or inquiry forms
Engage with us via social media or comments
This may include:
Full name
Email address
Billing address
Payment information (processed securely via third-party gateways)
Business details (if relevant during consultation bookings)
We may also collect limited technical information (e.g., IP address, browser type, device information) through cookies and analytics tools.
3. Lawful Basis for Processing
We process your personal data under the following lawful bases:
Contractual necessity – to process your orders or deliver consultancy services.
Consent – when you opt-in to receive marketing emails or newsletters.
Legal obligation – to comply with financial, tax, or regulatory requirements.
Legitimate interest – to improve our website, marketing, and customer experience.
4. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Process and fulfill orders
Communicate with you about your purchases or inquiries
Provide consultancy and mentoring services
Send newsletters, promotions, or relevant updates (if you opt-in)
Improve our website and services
Comply with legal and tax obligations
We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.
5. Payment Security
All payments are processed securely via trusted third-party providers (e.g., Shopify Payments, PayPal).
Uplift Africa does not store or have access to your full card details.
6. Cookies & Analytics
Our site uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience and gather anonymous data about site performance.
We may use tools such as Shopify Analytics and Google Analytics to understand user activity.
You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.
7. Email Communications
If you subscribe to our mailing list, you may receive updates about:
New ebooks and resources
Consultancy and mentorship programs
Events or community projects
Exclusive offers or discounts
You can unsubscribe at any time via the link in any email we send.
8. Your Rights (UK & EU Users)
You have the right to:
Access the personal data we hold about you
Request corrections to inaccurate information
Request deletion of your data (where legally permissible)
Withdraw consent for marketing communications
Request restriction or portability of your data
Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you believe your data has been mishandled
To exercise these rights, please email info@upliftafricabusiness.com.
9. Third-Party Services
We may use trusted third-party providers such as:
Shopify (ecommerce and hosting)
Klaviyo (email communications)
Calendly (consultation scheduling)
Google Analytics (website performance)
These partners have their own privacy policies and meet GDPR compliance standards.
10. International Data Transfers
If you are located outside the United Kingdom, your information may be transferred and processed in other countries where our partners operate (such as the United States).
All transfers are conducted in compliance with applicable data protection laws and standard contractual safeguards.
11. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to:
Provide our services and products
Fulfill legal, accounting, and tax obligations
Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
12. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not intended for individuals under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe a child has provided us with data, please contact us immediately to remove it.
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated Effective Date. Please review regularly to stay informed.
14. Contact Us
For questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact:
info@upliftafricabusiness.com
7 Vervain House, London, United Kingdom, W3 6GF