Privacy Policy — EstateDesk.com.ng
Last Updated: July 2025
Your privacy matters to us. This Privacy Policy explains what information EstateDesk.com.ng collects, how we use it, how we protect it, and what rights you have over your data.
Please read this carefully. By using EstateDesk.com.ng, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
1. Who We Are
EstateDesk.com.ng is a Nigerian real estate information and listings platform operated from Lagos, Nigeria.
For privacy-related matters, contact us at:
Email: [legal@estatedesk.com.ng]
Address: [Insert Address], Lagos, Nigeria
2. What Information We Collect
Information You Provide Directly
- Name and email address when you contact us or subscribe to our newsletter
- Phone number if provided through our contact form
- Property enquiry details submitted through listing forms
- Feedback, comments, or messages sent to our team
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit EstateDesk.com.ng, we automatically collect:
- IP address and general location data
- Browser type and device information
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- Referring website or search query that brought you to us
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
Information From Third Parties
We may receive information from:
- Google Analytics (website behaviour data)
- Social media platforms if you engage with our content
- Advertising partners for campaign performance data
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Respond to your enquiries and messages
- Send property updates, market news, and newsletters (only with your consent)
- Improve our website content, structure, and user experience
- Analyse traffic patterns and popular content
- Detect and prevent fraudulent activity or misuse of our platform
- Comply with legal obligations under Nigerian law
We do not sell your personal data. We do not share your data with third parties for their own marketing purposes.
4. Cookies and Tracking
EstateDesk.com.ng uses cookies to improve your browsing experience.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help us remember your preferences and understand how you use our site.
Types of cookies we use:
| Cookie Type | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Essential cookies | Required for the website to function |
| Analytics cookies | Help us understand visitor behaviour (Google Analytics) |
| Preference cookies | Remember your settings and choices |
| Marketing cookies | Used to deliver relevant content and measure ad performance |
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings at any time. Disabling cookies may affect some features of the website.
5. Data Sharing and Third Parties
We work with a small number of trusted third-party services to operate EstateDesk.com.ng. These include:
- Google Analytics — website traffic analysis
- Google Ads — advertising campaigns
- Email marketing platforms — newsletter delivery
- Web hosting providers — site infrastructure
Each of these partners operates under their own privacy policies and data protection standards. We only share the minimum data necessary for them to perform their services.
We may also disclose your information if required by Nigerian law, a court order, or a legitimate regulatory authority.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose for which it was collected.
- Contact form submissions: retained for 12 months
- Newsletter subscriber data: retained until you unsubscribe
- Analytics data: retained per Google Analytics default settings (typically 26 months)
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Correct any inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your data
- Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time
- Object to how we process your data
To exercise any of these rights, email us at [legal@estatedesk.com.ng]. We will respond within 14 business days.
8. Children’s Privacy
EstateDesk.com.ng is not intended for children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If you believe a child has submitted information through our platform, please contact us immediately and we will delete it.
9. Security
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorised access, loss, or misuse. However, no internet platform can guarantee absolute security. Use our site with that understanding.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. Continued use of EstateDesk.com.ng after any changes means you accept the updated policy.
11. Contact Us About Privacy
Email: [legal@estatedesk.com.ng]
Address: [Insert Address], Lagos, Nigeria