Privacy

BdaSocial - Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 18, 2025

BdaSocial (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our users and complying with the Personal Information Protection Act 2016 (PIPA) of Bermuda. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use BdaSocial.com (the “Platform”).

By using BdaSocial, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Who We Are

BdaSocial.com is an online social networking and business engagement platform operated in Bermuda.

Privacy Officer:
Kalisha Trott
Email: bdasocial1@gmail.com

You may contact our Privacy Officer for questions, requests, or complaints related to your personal information.

2. What Personal Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal information:

A. Information You Provide Directly

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Profile photo

  • Username

  • Messages, comments, posts, and other user-generated content

  • Marketplace listings and business page information

  • Business Spotlight submissions

  • Payment information (if purchasing services or subscriptions)

B. Automatically Collected Information

When you use the Platform, we automatically collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Time spent on the Platform

  • Last login activity

C. Information from Third Parties

  • Payment processors (if applicable)

  • Social login providers (if enabled)

We do not use algorithms nor do we collect unnecessary or excessive data.

3. How We Use Your Personal Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

  • To create and manage your BdaSocial account

  • To operate and improve the Platform

  • To allow you to post, share, message, and interact with others

  • To process payments or subscriptions

  • To provide customer support

  • To send updates, service notifications, or marketing emails (with your consent)

  • To detect and prevent fraud, misuse, or security issues

  • To comply with Bermuda laws and legal requirements

We do not sell or share your personal information.

4. Legal Basis for Processing (PIPA Requirements)

Under PIPA, we process your personal information based on:

  • Your consent (e.g., when you sign up or submit information)

  • Contractual necessity (to provide the service you request)

  • Legitimate purposes (such as improving platform functionality or preventing abuse)

  • Legal obligations (complying with Bermuda law or lawful requests)

  • Security tools

All service providers must protect your information in accordance with PIPA.

Other Users

Information you choose to post publicly (such as profiles, photos, comments, Marketplace listings) will be visible to others.

Legal Disclosure

We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or to protect our rights, safety, or property.

We do not sell customer lists or personal data.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Support essential site functions

  • Maintain login sessions

  • Analyze site traffic and performance

  • Deliver relevant content or advertising

You may decline cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not function properly.

6. How We Protect Your Information

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information, including:

  • Encrypted transmission (HTTPS/SSL)

  • Controlled access to systems and databases

  • Regular security monitoring

  • Data minimization practices

  • Staff training on privacy and security

  • Secure data storage

In the event of a data breach, we will notify affected individuals and the Bermuda Privacy Commissioner as required by PIPA.

7. How Long We Keep Your Data

We retain your information only as long as you are a member of BdaSocial to:

  • Provide and operate BdaSocial

  • Comply with applicable laws

  • Resolve disputes or enforce agreements

When data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted by us or the end user.

8. Your Rights Under PIPA

You have the right to:

✔ Access your personal information

You may request a copy of the information we hold about you.

✔ Request corrections

If information is inaccurate or outdated, you can update it at any time.

✔ Request deletion

You may ask us to erase your personal information, subject to legal or operational requirements.

✔ Withdraw consent

If processing is based on consent, you may withdraw it at any time.

✔ Object to certain uses

You may object to marketing or other forms of processing.

✔ Submit a complaint

If you believe we mishandled your data, you may contact our Privacy Officer.
You may also contact the Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Bermuda if you are not satisfied with our response.

To exercise your rights, email: privacy@bdasocial.com

9. Children’s Privacy

BdaSocial is not intended for individuals under 16.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.

If a child under 16 has provided information, please contact us so we may delete it.

10. Links to Third-Party Websites

BdaSocial may contain links to external websites.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party websites.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
The “Last Updated” date will always indicate the latest revision.

If changes are significant, we will notify users by email or platform notice.

14. Contact Information

If you have questions or requests related to your personal information, contact:

BdaSocial Privacy Officer
Email: privacy@bdasocial.com