GDPR Compliance

NyumbaPro's commitment to data protection and compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Last Updated: January 30, 2026

This GDPR Compliance Statement outlines how NyumbaPro Ltd ("we," "us," or "our") complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for our users in the European Union and European Economic Area.

IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR EU USERS

NyumbaPro is committed to protecting your personal data and ensuring compliance with GDPR requirements. This page provides detailed information about our compliance measures, your rights, and how we handle your data.

1. What is GDPR?

1.1 Overview

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a comprehensive data protection law that came into effect on May 25, 2018, in the European Union. It regulates how organizations collect, use, store, and protect personal data of individuals in the EU.

1.2 Key Objectives

  • Give individuals more control over their personal data
  • Simplify the regulatory environment for international business
  • Ensure consistent data protection across the EU
  • Establish strict rules for data processing and security

1.3 Our Commitment

NyumbaPro is fully committed to GDPR compliance for all our EU users. We have implemented comprehensive measures to ensure we meet all GDPR requirements.

2. GDPR Principles

We adhere to the seven key principles of GDPR in all our data processing activities:

Lawfulness, Fairness & Transparency

We process personal data lawfully, fairly, and transparently. Our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service clearly explain how we use your data.

Purpose Limitation

We collect personal data only for specified, explicit, and legitimate purposes. We do not process data in ways incompatible with these purposes.

Data Minimization

We only collect data that is adequate, relevant, and limited to what is necessary for our purposes.

Accuracy

We take reasonable steps to ensure personal data is accurate and kept up to date.

Storage Limitation

We keep personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected.

Integrity & Confidentiality

We implement appropriate security measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, loss, or damage.

Accountability

We are responsible for and can demonstrate compliance with all GDPR principles.

3. Your GDPR Rights

Under GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Right to Access

You have the right to obtain confirmation about whether we process your personal data and access to that data.

Right to Rectification

You have the right to have inaccurate personal data corrected and incomplete data completed.

Right to Erasure

You have the right to have your personal data deleted under certain circumstances ("right to be forgotten").

Right to Restrict Processing

You have the right to restrict the processing of your personal data under certain conditions.

Right to Data Portability

You have the right to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used format and transmit it to another controller.

Right to Object

You have the right to object to the processing of your personal data under certain circumstances.

Rights Related to Automated Decision Making

You have the right not to be subject to decisions based solely on automated processing that produce legal effects.

Right to Withdraw Consent

Where processing is based on consent, you have the right to withdraw consent at any time.

3.1 How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of your GDPR rights, please:

  1. Contact our Data Protection Officer at dpo@nyumbapro.co.ke
  2. Use the privacy controls in your account settings
  3. Submit a data subject access request through our online portal

We will respond to all valid requests within 30 calendar days as required by GDPR.

4. Our GDPR Compliance Measures

4.1 Data Processing Agreement (DPA)

We offer a GDPR-compliant Data Processing Agreement to all our EU customers. This agreement outlines our responsibilities as a data processor and your rights as a data controller.

4.2 Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIA)

We conduct regular Data Protection Impact Assessments for high-risk processing activities to identify and mitigate data protection risks.

4.3 Records of Processing Activities

We maintain detailed records of all data processing activities as required by GDPR Article 30.

4.4 Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures including:

  • Data encryption at rest and in transit
  • Regular security audits and penetration testing
  • Access controls and authentication mechanisms
  • Employee privacy and security training

4.5 Compliance Status

GDPR Requirement Our Implementation Status
Data Protection Officer Appointed DPO and contact information provided Compliant
Privacy by Design Data protection integrated into all systems and processes Compliant
Data Breach Notification 72-hour notification process implemented Compliant
Data Subject Rights Mechanisms for exercising all GDPR rights Compliant
International Transfers Standard Contractual Clauses in place Compliant
Records of Processing Complete records maintained and updated regularly Compliant

5. Data Processing & Transfers

5.1 Lawful Basis for Processing

We process personal data based on the following lawful bases:

  • Contract: Processing necessary for the performance of our service agreement
  • Consent: Explicit consent obtained for specific purposes
  • Legitimate Interest: Processing necessary for our legitimate business interests
  • Legal Obligation: Processing required to comply with legal requirements

5.2 Data Flow Process

Our data processing follows this structured flow:

Data Collection

Consent & Validation

Secure Storage

Processing

Protection

5.3 International Data Transfers

For data transfers outside the EEA, we use appropriate safeguards including:

  • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Commission
  • Adequacy decisions for countries with approved data protection laws
  • Binding Corporate Rules for intra-company transfers

6. Data Breach Response

6.1 Our Breach Response Plan

We have implemented a comprehensive data breach response plan that includes:

Detection & Containment

Immediate detection and containment of any suspected breach within 24 hours

Assessment & Notification

Risk assessment and notification to supervisory authority within 72 hours if required

Communication

Communication to affected data subjects without undue delay

Remediation

Implementation of corrective measures and prevention of recurrence

Documentation & Review

Complete documentation of the breach and review of response procedures

6.2 Notification Requirements

In the event of a data breach, we will:

  • Notify the relevant supervisory authority within 72 hours of discovery
  • Communicate with affected data subjects without undue delay
  • Provide clear information about the nature of the breach
  • Detail the measures taken or proposed to address the breach

Data Protection Officer

NyumbaPro has appointed a Data Protection Officer (DPO) to oversee our GDPR compliance and handle all data protection inquiries.

Contact Our DPO

Name: Data Protection Officer

Email: dpo@nyumbapro.co.ke

Phone: +254 725 965 041 (ext. 101)

Address: NyumbaPro Ltd, Westlands Business Center, Nairobi, Kenya

Our DPO is available to handle all GDPR-related inquiries, data subject requests, and privacy concerns.

7. Frequently Asked Questions

Does GDPR apply to NyumbaPro even though we're based in Kenya?

Yes, GDPR applies to any organization that processes personal data of individuals in the European Union, regardless of where the organization is located. Since NyumbaPro has users in the EU, we are subject to GDPR requirements.

How do I submit a data subject access request (DSAR)?

You can submit a DSAR by emailing our DPO at dpo@nyumbapro.co.ke. Please include "Data Subject Access Request" in the subject line and provide sufficient information to verify your identity. We will respond within 30 calendar days as required by GDPR.

What happens to my data if I cancel my account?

When you cancel your account, we retain your data for 30 days in case you wish to reactivate. After 30 days, we begin the data deletion process. Some data may be retained for legal or legitimate business purposes as outlined in our Privacy Policy. You can request immediate deletion by contacting our DPO.

Does NyumbaPro use sub-processors, and are they GDPR compliant?

Yes, we use some third-party sub-processors (like cloud hosting providers). All our sub-processors are carefully vetted and required to sign Data Processing Agreements that include GDPR compliance obligations. We maintain a list of sub-processors that is available upon request.

How do you handle cross-border data transfers?

For data transfers outside the European Economic Area, we use Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Commission. We also implement additional technical safeguards to ensure adequate protection of personal data during international transfers.

8. Updates & Documentation

8.1 Policy Updates

We regularly review and update our GDPR compliance measures. This page was last updated on January 30, 2026. Significant changes will be communicated to affected users.

8.2 Documentation Available

Upon request, we can provide:

  • Data Processing Agreement (DPA)
  • Records of Processing Activities
  • Data Protection Impact Assessments
  • List of sub-processors
  • Security measures documentation

8.3 Contact Information

For GDPR-related inquiries, please contact:

  • General Privacy Inquiries: privacy@nyumbapro.co.ke
  • Data Protection Officer: dpo@nyumbapro.co.ke
  • Legal Department: legal@nyumbapro.co.ke

Need More Information?

If you have additional questions about our GDPR compliance or need assistance with data protection matters, please don't hesitate to contact us.

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