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Privacy Policy

Effective Date:1st Jan 2025
Last Updated: 4th May 2025

the-northstar.com ("we", "our", or "us") operates the website the-northstar.com (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Site, use our services, or interact with us.

By using our Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

a. Information You Provide

When you use our services (e.g., post tasks, make payments), we may collect:

  • Full name
  • Email address
  • Payment details (via secure third-party processor)
  • Task content or project descriptions
  • Any communication you send us

b. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Site, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device type
  • Pages visited and time spent
  • Cookies and tracking data (see “Cookies” below)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide and improve our services
  • Process payments securely
  • Respond to inquiries or support requests
  • Prevent fraud and ensure security
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Send transactional or relevant service emails

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Understand how users interact with our Site
  • Improve performance and user experience
  • Remember preferences and session info

You can modify cookie settings through your browser.

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share it with:

  • Trusted service providers (e.g., payment processors, hosting platforms)
  • Legal authorities if required to comply with laws
  • Contractors or task experts (only necessary project info, not payment data)

All third parties are required to maintain the confidentiality of your information.

5. Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to secure your data, including HTTPS encryption, secure payment gateways, and limited data access controls.

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you
  • Request correction or deletion of your data
  • Object to or restrict data processing
  • Withdraw consent at any time
  • File a complaint with a data protection authority

To exercise these rights, contact us at Northstar@the-northstar.com.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 13 (or equivalent minimum age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

8. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those third parties.

9. International Data Transfers

If you are located outside of Kenya, your information may be transferred to and processed in Kenya. By using our Site, you consent to this transfer.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.”

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: