Last Updated: November 2025
Specific Ethiopia we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and website (collectively, the "Service").
Please read this policy carefully. By using the Service, you agree to the practices described here.
1. Information We Collect
We collect limited information to provide and improve our Service:
- Personal Information You Provide: This includes your name, email address, and optional phone number when you create an account or contact support.
- Automatically Collected Information: When you use the Service, we may collect your IP address, device type, browser type, operating system, and information about your usage of the app (e.g., pages visited, features used).
- Location Data: We collect and process your location data only when you explicitly grant us permission. This is used solely to provide features like showing your position on a map or finding nearby services. We do not continuously track or permanently store your location history.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, operate, and maintain the Service
- Personalize your experience and content
- Communicate with you, including for customer support
- Understand how our Service is used to improve its performance and features
- Ensure the security and integrity of the Service
4. Children's Privacy
Our Service is intended for a general audience and can be used for educational purposes by minors. However, we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 18. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will promptly delete such information.
5. Location Permissions
Location is used only for maps and nearby police stations. We do not permanently store or track location data. You can enable or disable location services at any time through your device settings.
6. Data Sharing
We may share information we collect in the following situations:
- With Service Providers: We may share data with trusted third-party vendors who assist us in operating our Service (e.g., cloud hosting, analytics), subject to strict data protection agreements.
- For Legal Reasons: We may disclose information if required to do so by law or in response to valid legal requests by public authorities.
7. Account Deletion
You have the right to access, correct, or delete the personal information we hold about you. You can request the permanent deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us at abenezerendeshaw@gmail.com.
8. Disclaimer on Government Information
Specific Ethiopia is an independent educational platform and is not affiliated with or endorsed by any government entity.
The official information (e.g., traffic rules, sub-city data, police station details) provided within the Service is sourced from publicly available government websites and publications. While we strive for accuracy, we cannot guarantee it is always up-to-date or error-free.
This information is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered legal advice. Always consult primary government sources for official and legally binding information.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
abenezerendeshaw@gmail.com
+251 97 298 9963