Privacy Policy — Buyit Marketplace

How BuyIt protects your data and respects your privacy

Privacy Policy
Last Updated: December 2025

Buyit Marketplace (“Buyit”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) is a platform that connects buyers and sellers, allowing users to discover local businesses, services, and products. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use the Buyit mobile application or website.

By using Buyit, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

  • Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, password.

  • Profile Details: Photos, location, business information.

  • Listings & Posts: Images, descriptions, prices, product or service details.

  • Communication: Messages with sellers or buyers.

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

  • Device information (model, OS version)

  • Log data (IP address, timestamps)

  • Usage data to improve performance

  • Location data (if permission is granted)

1.3 Third-Party Services

Buyit uses:

  • Supabase for authentication and database storage

  • Google Play Services for app integrity and analytics

  • Maps/Location APIs (if enabled)

No financial or payment data is stored by us because Buyit currently does not process payments inside the app.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Create and manage your Buyit account

  • Allow buyers and sellers to interact

  • Improve app performance and user experience

  • Provide customer support

  • Ensure safety, compliance, and fraud prevention

3. How We Share Information

We do not sell or rent personal data.

We may share limited information with:

  • Service providers (Supabase, hosting providers)

  • Law enforcement if required by law

  • Other users (e.g., your profile information when you list an item or service)

4. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely using Supabase with modern encryption and access-control mechanisms.

We take reasonable steps to protect your information; however, no system is 100% secure.

5. Your Choices

You can:

  • Update your profile information

  • Delete your account

  • Control location permissions

  • Request data deletion by contacting support@buyit.ng

6. Children’s Privacy

Buyit is not intended for children under 18.
We do not knowingly collect information from minors.

7. International Users

Buyit operates in Nigeria and the UAE.
By using the app, you consent to the transfer of data to our servers hosted outside your country.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updated versions will be posted on this page.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions, contact us at:

Eden Digital Solutions Ltd
Email: support@buyit.ng
Website: https://buyit.ng

FAQs

What information is collected?

We collect your name, email, phone, photos, location, and business info.

How is my data used?

Your data helps us connect buyers and sellers and improve your experience.

Is my information secure?

Yes, we use industry-standard measures to protect your data from unauthorized access.

Can I update my details?

Absolutely, you can edit your profile information anytime in your account settings.

Who can see my profile?

Your profile is visible to other users to help facilitate connections.