Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 26th September 2025

At CompanyFormation.AFRICA, operated by African Market Entry Consulting Limited, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website or services across Africa.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

• Personal Identification Information: Full name, email address, phone number, nationality, company details, and government-issued identification (if required for compliance purposes).
• Business Information: Company documents, incorporation details, tax numbers, regulatory filings, and related compliance data.
• Financial Information: Payment details when you pay for services.
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, cookies, and website usage data.
• Communications: Records of emails, chat, or calls with our consultants.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide business formation, compliance, and advisory services.
• Process payments and issue invoices.
• Communicate updates, offers, and regulatory alerts.
• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations in Nigeria and other African jurisdictions.
• Improve our website, products, and customer experience.
• Prevent fraud, abuse, and unauthorized access.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal information based on:

• Consent – when you voluntarily provide your details.
• Contract – when processing is necessary to perform our service agreement with you.
• Legal Obligation – to comply with NDPR (Nigeria), GDPR (EU/UK), and other data protection laws.
• Legitimate Interest – to improve services, protect systems, and ensure compliance.

4. Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information with:

• Government agencies and regulators (CAC, FIRS, tax authorities, investment promotion centers, etc.) as required by law.
• Professional service providers (banks, auditors, accountants, lawyers, technology partners) engaged in delivering our services.
• International partners or affiliates assisting in cross-border projects.
• Where required, to protect legal rights or respond to lawful requests.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to provide our services, comply with regulatory obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.

6. Data Security

We use appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information, including encryption, access controls, and secure servers. However, no electronic system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. International Data Transfers

Because we serve clients across Africa and globally, your data may be transferred and processed in countries outside your place of residence. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and safeguards.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to:

• Access and request a copy of your personal data.
• Correct or update your information.
• Withdraw consent at any time.
• Request erasure of your data, subject to legal obligations.
• Object to certain processing or request data portability.

To exercise your rights, please contact us at hello@companyformation.africa

9. Cookies & Tracking

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, analyze traffic, and personalize content. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external sites and encourage you to read their privacy policies.

11. Updates to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in law, technology, or our practices. Updates will be posted on this page with a new effective date.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us:

CompanyFormation.AFRICA
African Market Entry Consulting Limited
📍 Lagos, Nigeria (Head Office)
📧 Email: hello@companyformation.africa
📞 Phone: +234 805 598 1421