Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

OhaBaba is a global trade intelligence platform connecting buyers and suppliers worldwide. Our platform allows users to browse products, connect with suppliers, and conduct business globally. This Privacy Policy applies to all users of our Services, including visitors to our website, registered users, suppliers, and customers.

By accessing or using our Services, you consent to the collection, use, and sharing of your information as described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide to Us

We collect information you provide directly to us when you:

• Create or modify your account
• Register as a supplier or buyer
• List products for sale
• Make inquiries about products
• Complete transactions
• Communicate with other users
• Contact our customer support
• Respond to surveys or participate in promotions

This information may include:

• Personal identifiers (name, email address, phone number)
• Business information (company name, job title, business address)
• Financial information (payment methods, bank account details)
• Commercial information (products purchased, selling history)
• Communications and correspondence
• User-generated content (product listings, reviews, comments)

2.2 Information We Collect Automatically

When you access or use our Services, we automatically collect certain information about your device and usage, including:

• Device information (IP address, browser type, operating system)
• Usage data (pages visited, time spent, referring websites)
• Location information (country, city, time zone)
• Log information (access times, activities performed)
• Cookie data and similar technologies (as described in our Cookie Policy)

2.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from third-party sources, such as:

• Business partners (payment processors, shipping companies)
• Identity verification services
• Marketing partners
• Public databases
• Social media platforms (if you connect your social media accounts)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our Services
• Process transactions and manage your account
• Connect buyers with appropriate suppliers
• Verify your identity and prevent fraud
• Personalize your experience and provide targeted recommendations
• Send you service notifications, updates, and promotional messages
• Respond to your comments, questions, and customer service requests
• Monitor and analyze trends, usage, and activities
• Develop new products, services, and features
• Ensure the security and integrity of our platform
• Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms and policies

4. Information Sharing

4.1 With Other Users

When you use our platform, certain information is shared with other users as necessary for the functioning of our Services:

• Suppliers can see buyer inquiries, contact details (as provided for business purposes), and transaction history related to their products
• Buyers can see supplier business information, product listings, ratings, and reviews
• Public profile information is visible to all users

4.2 With Service Providers

We share information with third-party vendors, consultants, and service providers who perform services on our behalf, including:

• Payment processors
• Cloud storage providers
• Data analytics providers
• Customer service and support
• Marketing and advertising partners
• Fraud prevention and security services

4.3 For Legal Reasons

We may disclose your information if we believe in good faith that such disclosure is necessary to:

• Comply with applicable laws, regulations, legal processes, or government requests
• Enforce our Terms of Service and other agreements
• Detect, investigate, prevent, or address fraud, security issues, or technical problems
• Protect the rights, property, or safety of OhaBaba, our users, or the public

4.4 Business Transfers

If OhaBaba is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of its assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you via email and/or prominent notice on our website of any change in ownership or uses of your information.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities and to improve your experience on our platform. These technologies help us:

• Keep you logged in and remember your preferences
• Understand how you use our Services
• Personalize content and advertisements
• Analyze the performance of our website
• Prevent fraud and enhance security

You can control cookies through your browser settings and other tools. For more detailed information about the cookies we use and how to manage them, please see our Cookie Policy.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized or unlawful processing, accidental loss, destruction, or damage. These measures include:

• Encryption of sensitive data
• Secure user authentication
• Regular security assessments
• Access controls and authorization procedures
• Employee training on data protection
• Monitoring for suspicious activities

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information. These may include:

• Access: You can request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
• Correction: You can request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Deletion: You can request that we delete your personal information in certain circumstances.
• Restriction: You can request that we restrict the processing of your information.
• Data Portability: You can request a copy of your data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
• Objection: You can object to our processing of your personal information.
• Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section. We will respond to your request within the timeframe required by applicable law.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. The criteria used to determine our retention periods include:

• The length of time we have an ongoing relationship with you
• Legal obligations we must comply with
• Relevant statutes of limitations
• Ongoing or potential legal disputes
• Guidelines from regulatory authorities

When we no longer need to use your personal information, we will either delete it or anonymize it so that it can no longer be associated with you.

9. International Transfers

OhaBaba operates globally, and your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in countries other than the one in which you reside. These countries may have data protection laws that are different from those of your country.

When we transfer personal information across borders, we take appropriate safeguards to ensure that your information is protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws. These safeguards may include:

• Standard contractual clauses approved by the European Commission
• Binding corporate rules for transfers within our corporate group
• Verification that recipients are subject to data protection laws providing adequate protection

10. Children's Privacy

Our Services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will take steps to delete such information.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. If we make material changes, we will notify you by email or by posting a notice on our website prior to the changes becoming effective. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for the latest information on our privacy practices.

12. Company Information

OhaBaba is operated by AG. Group LLC, a legally registered entity in Georgia. Our company details are as follows:

For verification of our company information, you can visit the official web-page of the National Agency of Public Registry of Georgia at www.napr.gov.ge.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

For data protection inquiries specifically, you can contact our Data Protection Officer at dpo@ohababa.com.