Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 8 October 2025
Website: scamalert.africa
- Introduction
Welcome to Scam Alert Africa (“we”, “us”, or “our”).
Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use and protect your personal information when you visit or interact with our website www.scamalert.africa
(the “Site”) and related services.
By using this website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
- Information We Collect
We collect information to help us verify reports, improve our services, and communicate with our users.
a. Personal Information
When you report a scam, contact us, or subscribe to alerts, we may collect:
Your name (optional or as provided)
Email address
Telephone number (optional)
Location (country or city)
Any other details voluntarily provided in a scam report or enquiry
We only collect personal data you voluntarily share with us.
b. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit the website, we may collect:
Your IP address
Browser type and device details
Pages visited and time spent
Referring websites or search terms
This helps us analyse traffic and improve site performance.
- How We Use Your Information
Your information is used to:
Verify and publish scam reports
Respond to your messages and enquiries
Improve the accuracy and reliability of our content
Send scam alerts, newsletters, and updates (only if you opt in)
Monitor and protect our site from abuse, spam, or cyber threats
Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
We do not sell or trade your personal data. - Cookies and Tracking
Our website uses cookies to:
Remember your preferences
Improve your browsing experience
Analyse site traffic
Display relevant adverts (if applicable)
You can control or delete cookies in your browser settings, though some features of the Site may not function properly without them.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns or requests about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact:
Scam Alert Africa
Email: info@scamalert.africa
Website:scamalert.africa
Sharing and Disclosure
We may share information only:
With trusted partners who help operate or maintain the website (e.g., hosting providers or analytics services)
With law enforcement agencies, if legally required
When you choose to make a scam report public — we remove any identifying details before publishing
We will never disclose your personal information for commercial gain.
Data Retention
We keep your information only for as long as necessary:
Scam reports for public awareness may remain available indefinitely, but without personal identifiers
Contact and email records are kept only as long as required for communication and compliance purposes
Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to secure your data against unauthorised access, loss, or misuse.
However, as no system is entirely secure, we encourage you not to share sensitive financial or identification details online.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
Access the personal data we hold about you
Request correction or deletion of your data
Withdraw consent for communications
Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority
To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@scamalert.africa
Advertising and Analytics
We may use third-party services such as Google Analytics or Google Ads to understand visitor behaviour and display relevant adverts.
These services may use cookies or tracking pixels to show content tailored to your interests. You can manage or disable such cookies in your browser or through Google’s Ad Settings.
Third-Party Links
Our website may include links to third-party websites or social media pages. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.
We recommend reviewing their privacy policies before providing any information.
Children’s Privacy
Our website and services are not intended for children under 16 years of age.
We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If you believe a child has provided information, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in law, technology, or operations.
The updated version will always be posted on this page with the revised effective date.