PRIVACY POLICY

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This Privacy Policy explains how Santonis (“we”, “our”, or “us”) collects, uses, discloses,

and protects your information when you visit or use our website, services, or related

platforms (collectively referred to as the “Platform”).

By accessing or using Santonis, you agree to the collection and use of your information as

described in this Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Platform.

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1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

We may collect the following types of information:

a) Personal Information – such as your name, phone number, email address, business name,

and other details you provide during registration, inquiries, or communication.

b) Listing Information – including vehicle photos, specifications, prices, and other content

you upload to the Platform.

c) Usage Data – such as your IP address, browser type, device information, operating system,

referral URLs, and browsing behaviour on our Platform.

d) Payment Information – when applicable, for subscription or listing fees, processed through

secure third-party payment gateways.

e) Cookies and Tracking Technologies – Santonis may use cookies or analytics tools to

improve performance, track preferences, and enhance user experience.

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2. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

Santonis uses collected information to:

• Operate, maintain, and improve the Platform;

• Manage user accounts and verify dealer identity;

• Display and promote listings;

• Process payments and send confirmations;

• Communicate updates, promotions, or policy changes;

• Resolve disputes, enforce agreements, or comply with legal obligations.

We only use your data for purposes consistent with this Policy or where permitted by law.

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3. DATA SHARING AND DISCLOSURE

We do not sell or rent your personal data to any third party.

However, Santonis may share information with:

• Service Providers: for payment processing, analytics, hosting, and marketing support;

• Legal Authorities: where required by law, regulation, or court order;

• Business Transfers: if Santonis undergoes a merger, acquisition, or sale, user

information may be part of the transferred assets.

All third parties handling your data are required to maintain confidentiality and use the data

only for authorised purposes.

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4. DATA SECURITY

We adopt appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data from

unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to safeguard information, no method

of transmission over the Internet or storage is 100% secure. Users share data at their own risk.

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5. RETENTION OF DATA

We retain your information only as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this

Policy, or as required by applicable law. When data is no longer needed, it will be deleted or

anonymised.

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6. USER RIGHTS

Subject to applicable Nigerian data protection laws, users have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about them;

• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information;

• Withdraw consent for certain processing activities;

• Request deletion of their account and personal data, except where retention is required

by law.

Requests may be submitted via our official contact page or support email.

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7. COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

Santonis uses cookies to:

• Remember user preferences and login sessions;

• Analyse site traffic and performance;

• Improve navigation and user experience.

You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, but doing so may limit functionality

on the Platform.

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8. THIRD-PARTY LINKS

Our Platform may contain links to other websites. Santonis is not responsible for the content,

privacy policies, or practices of third-party websites. Users are encouraged to review the

privacy statements of any external sites they visit.

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9. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY

The Platform is not intended for children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect

personal information from anyone under 18. If such information is discovered, it will be

deleted immediately.

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10. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

Santonis may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any significant changes will be

communicated through the Platform or via email. The “Last Updated” date above indicates

the latest revision.

Continued use of the Platform after any updates constitutes your acceptance of the revised

Policy.

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11. GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Any dispute

arising from its interpretation or enforcement shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of

Nigerian courts.

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12. CONTACT US

If you have any questions, complaints, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or your data,

please contact us through the official contact page on the Santonis website.