diff --git a/app/components/Footer.tsx b/app/components/Footer.tsx index 4626aba..c31175b 100644 --- a/app/components/Footer.tsx +++ b/app/components/Footer.tsx @@ -31,7 +31,7 @@ export default function Footer() { {t("footer.terms")} {t("footer.privacy")} diff --git a/app/privacy/page.tsx b/app/privacy/page.tsx new file mode 100644 index 0000000..809ccd8 --- /dev/null +++ b/app/privacy/page.tsx @@ -0,0 +1,300 @@ +import type { Metadata } from "next"; + +export const metadata: Metadata = { + title: "Sawaka Privacy Policy", + description: + "Privacy Policy explaining how Sawaka collects, uses, stores, and protects personal information.", +}; + +export default function PrivacyPage() { + return ( +
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+ Sawaka Privacy Policy +

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+ Version: 1.0 +

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+ Last Updated:{" "} + June 22, 2026 +

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+ 1. Purpose of this Privacy Policy +

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+ This Privacy Policy explains how Sawaka collects, uses, stores, + and protects personal information when visitors and users access + the platform. +

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+ By using Sawaka, you acknowledge that your personal information + may be processed as described in this policy. +

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+ 2. Personal Information We Collect +

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+ Sawaka may collect the following types of personal information, + depending on how you use the platform: +

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  • Name and email address;
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  • Account information and credentials;
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  • + Supplier or business profile information, including descriptions, + categories, and contact details; +
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  • Location or region;
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  • User-submitted project information;
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  • + Technical information such as browser type, device information, + IP address, and usage logs. +
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+ Some information is provided directly by users; other information + may be collected automatically when the platform is accessed. +

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+ 3. How We Use Personal Information +

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Sawaka uses personal information to:

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  • Create and manage user accounts;
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  • Support platform features and improve usability;
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  • Generate project ideas and related suggestions;
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  • Maintain security and prevent misuse;
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  • + Communicate with users when necessary regarding their account or + platform activity. +
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+ 4. How Information Is Stored +

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+ Personal information is stored using platform databases and + technical service providers used to operate Sawaka. +

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+ Access to stored information is limited to authorized persons or + systems needed to operate, maintain, and improve the platform. +

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+ Sawaka takes reasonable measures to protect stored information, + though no system can guarantee absolute security. +

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+ 5. Data Retention +

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+ Sawaka keeps personal information only as long as reasonably + necessary to: +

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  • Operate the platform and support user accounts;
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  • Maintain records and improve services;
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  • Resolve issues or disputes;
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  • Meet applicable legal or operational obligations.
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+ Users may request assistance regarding deletion or correction of + their personal information by contacting Sawaka through the + methods described in this policy. +

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+ 6. Sharing of Information +

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Sawaka does not sell personal information.

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+ Information may be visible to other users when intentionally + published as part of a supplier profile, project, or community + interaction on the platform. +

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+ Information may also be processed by technical service providers + that help operate Sawaka, such as hosting, database, or + infrastructure providers. These providers are expected to handle + information only as needed to support platform operations. +

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+ 7. User Responsibilities +

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Users are responsible for:

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  • + Providing accurate information to the best of their knowledge; +
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  • + Ensuring that information they publish on the platform does not + violate the rights or privacy of others; +
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  • + Protecting the confidentiality of their account credentials; +
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  • + Reviewing what they choose to share publicly through supplier + profiles, projects, or community interactions. +
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+ 8. AI and Data Use +

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+ Sawaka may use submitted information to support AI-assisted + project idea generation, supplier discovery, and resource + estimation. +

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+ AI-generated outputs may rely on assumptions, including typical + products associated with supplier categories, average local market + prices, publicly available information, and information + voluntarily provided by users. +

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+ AI-generated suggestions are provided for informational and + exploratory purposes only. Users should verify AI-generated outputs + before making business decisions. +

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+ 9. Cookies and Technical Data +

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+ For the MVP, Sawaka may use only essential technical cookies or + similar technologies needed for authentication, security, and + platform operation. +

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+ Advanced advertising or tracking cookies are out of scope for the + current version of the platform. +

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+ Technical data such as session identifiers and usage logs may be + collected to maintain platform functionality and security. +

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+ 10. User Requests and Privacy Assistance +

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+ Users can request assistance regarding privacy-related matters, + including: +

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  • Questions about how personal information is handled;
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  • Requests to correct inaccurate information;
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  • Requests to delete personal information.
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+ To submit a request, contact Sawaka through the contact method + made available on the platform or by email at{" "} + + privacy@sawaka.org + + . +

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+ 11. Changes to this Privacy Policy +

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+ Sawaka may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect + changes in platform features, legal requirements, or operational + practices. +

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+ When material changes are made, the updated version and date will + be published on this page. Continued use of the platform after + changes take effect constitutes acknowledgment of the updated + policy. +

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+ 12. Contact +

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+ Questions regarding this Privacy Policy may be directed to Sawaka + through the contact methods made available on the platform or by + email at{" "} + + privacy@sawaka.org + + . +

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