Privacy Policy

Your privacy matters to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

Last updated: October 30, 2025

Introduction

Welcome to iGrawe, a platform dedicated to cultural education and storytelling — a home for every African voice. We are committed to protecting your privacy and keeping your personal information secure. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your data when you use our platform.

By using iGrawe, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our practices, please discontinue use of our platform.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

  • Account details (username, email address, display name)
  • Profile information (avatar, bio, preferences)
  • Content you create (books, podcasts, posts, comments)
  • Communication data (messages, notifications)

Usage Information

  • Device details (IP address, browser type, operating system)
  • Activity data (pages visited, time spent, interactions)
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

How We Use Your Information

Service Provision

  • • Operate and maintain our platform
  • • Process payments and transactions
  • • Deliver features and content
  • • Facilitate communication between users

Platform Improvement

  • • Analyze usage patterns
  • • Enhance user experience
  • • Develop new tools and features
  • • Personalize recommendations

Communication

  • • Send important updates
  • • Respond to inquiries and feedback
  • • Provide customer support
  • • Send promotional messages (with your consent)

Security & Compliance

  • • Prevent fraud or misuse
  • • Protect platform integrity
  • • Comply with legal obligations
  • • Enforce our Terms of Service

Information Sharing

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share information only in the following cases:

With Your Consent

When you explicitly agree to share specific information.

With Service Providers

Trusted partners who help us operate iGrawe—such as hosting providers, payment processors, or analytics tools—under strict confidentiality agreements.

For Legal Reasons

When required by law, legal process, or to protect our rights, property, or user safety.

Public Content

Information you choose to make public (e.g., published books, podcasts, or community posts) may be visible to others and discoverable through search engines.

Data Security

We use technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or loss.

Technical Measures

  • • SSL/TLS encryption
  • • Secure servers and storage
  • • Regular system audits
  • • Role-based access controls

Organizational Measures

  • • Employee confidentiality training
  • • Data access protocols
  • • Incident response procedures
  • • Ongoing policy reviews

Your Rights

You have control over your personal information. You may:

Access

Request a copy of your data

Correction

Update inaccurate or incomplete details

Deletion

Request removal of your data

Portability

Request your data in a portable format

To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below.

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience.

Essential Cookies

Required for basic functionality (e.g., login, security).

Analytics Cookies

Help us understand and enhance platform performance.

Preference Cookies

Remember your settings for a customized experience.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please reach out:

Email

privacy@igrawe.org | support@igrawe.org

Phone

+250 792 864 816

Address

Kigali, Rwanda

Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect new practices or legal requirements. When changes are made, we will update the “Last updated” date and post the revised version on our platform.

We encourage you to review this page regularly to stay informed about how we protect your information.