Makola Digital Technologies Ltd · Last updated: June 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how Makola Digital Technologies Ltd ("Makola Digital", "we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use our website and mobile application at makoladigital.online.
1. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
Account information — name, email address, phone number, and password when you register
Listing information — photos, videos, descriptions, prices and location details you provide when creating listings
Messages — communications between buyers and sellers on our platform
Usage data — pages visited, listings viewed, search queries, and device information
Location data — approximate location when you use our Near Me feature (optional)
2. How We Use Your Information
To create and manage your account
To display your listings to potential buyers
To send you email notifications, weekly updates and recommendations
To verify your identity and prevent fraud
To improve our platform and user experience
To comply with legal obligations
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal data to third parties. We may share your information with:
Other users — your display name, location and listing details are visible to buyers
Cloudinary — for storing and delivering your photos and videos
Resend — for sending transactional and marketing emails
Google Analytics — for anonymous usage statistics
Law enforcement — when required by law or to protect our users
4. Data Security
We take the security of your data seriously. All data is transmitted over HTTPS (encrypted). Passwords are hashed using bcrypt and never stored in plain text. We use industry-standard security practices to protect your information.
5. Data Retention
We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active. If you delete your account, we will delete your personal data within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal purposes (up to 90 days).
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
Access the personal data we hold about you
Correct inaccurate personal data
Request deletion of your account and personal data
Opt out of marketing emails at any time
Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority
7. Cookies
We use essential cookies to keep you logged in and remember your preferences. We also use Google Analytics cookies to understand how users interact with our platform. You can disable cookies in your browser settings.
8. Children's Privacy
Makola Digital is not intended for users under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by email or by posting a notice on our platform.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us: