Data Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 2024

At TaxMatters.ng, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of any information you share while using our platform. This policy outlines how we handle data when you use our AI-powered tax assistance service.

No Personal Information Collection

This application does not request, collect, or store any personal information. We do not require you to create an account, provide your name, email address, phone number, or any other personally identifiable information to use our services.

Automatic Session Data Deletion

All data generated during your session—including your conversations, tax calculations, and any information you input —is automatically deleted when your session ends. We do not retain any session-specific data after you close the application or your browser.

Anonymous Query Analysis

To improve our service efficiency and understanding of user needs, we may store anonymized queries and prompts for future analysis. These stored queries are completely anonymized and are not tied to any user identity, IP address, or session information. This data is used solely for improving the quality and accuracy of our tax guidance.

Handling of Sensitive Information

We understand that tax-related queries may involve sensitive information such as salary details, employer information, or financial data. Please be aware of the following:

•Document Uploads: If you upload documents such as salary slips, they are processed in-memory and are not stored on our servers.
•Data Minimization: We recommend sharing only the minimum information necessary to receive accurate tax guidance.
•Encryption: All data transmitted to and from our platform is encrypted using industry-standard TLS/SSL protocols.
•No Third-Party Sharing: We do not share, sell, or transfer any user data to third parties for marketing or other purposes.

Compliance with Nigerian Data Protection Laws

TaxMatters.ng operates in full compliance with applicable Nigerian data protection regulations, including:

•Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA) 2023: We adhere to all principles outlined in the NDPA, including lawfulness, fairness, transparency, and data minimization.
•NITDA Guidelines: We follow guidelines issued by the National Information Technology Development Agency regarding data handling and privacy.
•User Rights: Since we do not store personal data, traditional data subject rights (access, rectification, erasure) are automatically fulfilled through our no-storage policy.

Your Responsibility

While we take extensive measures to protect your privacy, we encourage you to exercise caution when sharing sensitive information online. Avoid including unnecessary personal identifiers in your queries. If you have concerns about privacy, you may use generalized examples or hypothetical scenarios when seeking tax advice.

If you have any questions about this privacy policy, please contact us at privacy@taxmatters.ng