DATA PROTECTION POLICY
www.nins.ng
Powered by Cloud6ix Technologies, Ikoyi, Lagos

Effective Date: [14th January 2024]
Last Updated: [15th January 2024]

1. Introduction

At www.nins.ng, your privacy is paramount. This Data Protection Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and safeguard the personal information provided by our users, especially those requesting NIN support services. We comply with Nigeria’s Data Protection Act and international data privacy regulations such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), where applicable.

2. Scope

This policy applies to all personal data collected by www.nins.ng through:

  • Our website and online forms
  • Emails and communication channels
  • Third-party integrations
  • Offline data submissions, where applicable

3. What Information We Collect

We may collect the following personal information:

  • Full name
  • Date of birth
  • NIN or related identification documents
  • Contact information (email, phone number, address)
  • Location and passport details (for diaspora applicants)
  • Payment and billing details (where applicable)
  • Any other information voluntarily provided for identification purposes

4. Purpose of Data Collection

We collect and use personal data strictly for the following purposes:

  • To process NIN-related inquiries and services
  • To verify identity and documents
  • To communicate updates, appointments, or request clarifications
  • To issue invoices and process payments
  • To comply with regulatory or legal obligations

5. Data Security and Protection

We adopt robust administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal data:

  • SSL encryption on all forms and data transmissions
  • Restricted access to customer data within our team
  • Regular server security audits
  • Data minimization principles (we collect only what is necessary)
  • Encrypted data backups and secure cloud storage

6. Sharing and Disclosure

Your personal data will never be sold or misused. It may only be shared:

  • With authorized government or identity verification bodies
  • With third-party service providers strictly for service fulfillment
  • Where required by law or law enforcement agencies

All third parties are contractually obligated to protect your data under confidentiality agreements.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected or to comply with legal or regulatory obligations. Once data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymized.

8. User Rights

As a data subject, you have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you
  • Request correction or updates to your information
  • Withdraw consent at any time
  • Request deletion of your data, subject to legal limitations
  • Lodge a complaint with the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC)

Requests should be sent to: cloud6technologies@fmail.com

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies for:

  • Session management
  • Performance analysis
  • Personalized user experience

Users may choose to disable cookies through their browser settings, although this may limit website functionality.

10. Policy Updates

We reserve the right to update this Data Protection Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

11. Contact Us

For questions or concerns regarding this policy or your data:
Email: Requests should be sent to: cloud6technologies@gmail.com