Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how GeeBoard (“we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal data when you use our application, website, and services. It also outlines your rights under the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA) 2023. By using GeeBoard, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

GeeBoard is a cloud-based accounting platform that helps individuals, businesses, and organizations manage financial data efficiently. We are the Data Controller responsible for processing the personal data you provide when using our services. “Personal Data” means any information that can identify you, such as your name, email, phone number, IP address, or financial details. “Processing” refers to any action taken with your data collection, use, sharing, deletion, or storage.

This policy applies to everyone using GeeBoard’s Services, from freelance accountants to startups and SMEs, whether you are in Nigeria or accessing the Service from elsewhere. If you’re part of a business or organization, this also applies to administrative accounts.

When you sign up or use GeeBoard, we may collect the following types of data:

• Information You Provide Directly; Full name, email address, phone number, business name and details, billing or payment details (if applicable), uploaded documents, transactions, and financial data.
• Automatically Collected Data; Device information (browser type, IP address, OS), Log and usage data (features used, time spent), Cookies and similar technologies
• Sensitive Personal Data (if applicable); We will only collect sensitive data (e.g., financial records tied to individuals) when absolutely necessary and with your explicit consent, in line with NDPA guidelines.

We process your data based on one or more of the following lawful bases:

• Consent – freely given, specific, and revocable at any time
• Contractual necessity – to provide the service you have signed up for
• Legal obligations – where required by law (e.g., tax laws, AML compliance)
• Legitimate interests – to maintain and improve our services balanced with your rights

We process your data based on one or more of the following lawful bases:

• A.) To provide and maintain GeeBoard services
• B.) To manage your account and transactions
• C.) To communicate with you (e.g., support, product updates)
• D.) To ensure legal and regulatory compliance
• E.) To improve our software and user experience
• F.) To detect fraud or misuse

Under NDPA 2023, you have the right to:

• Access – Request copies of your personal data
• Rectify – Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
• Delete – Request erasure of your data (where legally applicable)
• Object – Object – Stop certain types of processing
• Restrict – Limit how your data is used
• Port – Receive your data in a transferable format
• Withdraw consent – Opt out of previously agreed processing
• Lodge complaints – Report concerns to the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) To exercise these rights, simply contact us via info@doftwerks.com:

GeeBoard is not intended for use by children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If we discover such data has been collected without appropriate consent, we will delete it immediately.

Sharing Your Data We do not sell your personal data. However, we may share it with:

• A.) Trusted service providers (e.g., cloud hosting, analytics, payments) under strict confidentiality agreements
• B.) Law enforcement or regulators if required by law
• C.) Successor entities in the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale (you’ll be notified)

Your data may be stored or processed in countries outside Nigeria. When this happens, we ensure adequate protections are in place through:

• A.) NDPC-approved standard contractual clauses
• B.) Data hosting in jurisdictions with equivalent data protection laws
• C.) Your explicit consent (where required)

We use cookies and similar technologies to keep you logged in, analyze how you use GeeBoard, and personalize your experience. You can disable cookies in your browser, though doing so may prevent you from accessing certain features of the Service.