Terms of Service and Privacy Policy
Welcome to Tani! We value our users’ trust and are committed to protecting their privacy. This document outlines the terms and conditions governing Users’ use of Tani's biometric authentication API and explains how we collect, use, and safeguard their personal information.
Data Collection
By using the Tani API, users agree to the collection, use, and sharing of their information as described below:
- Data Information On User’s National Identity Number (NIN) which includes: full name, gender, address, NIN number, tracking ID and photograph: At Tani, we recognize the significance of the National Identification Number (NIN) as a unique identifier for individuals in Nigeria. We are committed to safeguarding the privacy and security of NIN data while ensuring its accurate and lawful use.
- Data Information On User’s Passport which includes: name, passport number, date of birth, place of birth, signature, email address, address, location, issuing and expiring dates, and photograph: When processing passport information, Tani collects and handles sensitive personal data with the utmost care and responsibility. We understand the importance of privacy and security when dealing with passport information, and we are committed to ensuring the protection and confidentiality of this data.
- Other relevant information provided by users during interactions with Tani's services: the devices and browsers of users, the feedback provided, the pages on our website being accessed or visited, and information about users activities on our platform
Use of data
Tani uses data for the purpose for which they were collected including: :
- Validating the identity of individuals accessing our services .
- Extracting the features from user’s document (passport or NIN) which are used to verify user’s identity .
- Using data to authenticate users and prevent unauthorized access.
- Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, such as Know Your Customer (KYC) regulations.
- Using data to provide personalized and secure services to users.
- Onboarding a new use
- Managing relationships with users which involves communicating with users and responding to inquiries or requests.
- To improve and develop Tani's products and services by recommending products and providing services that may be of user’s interest
- Analyzing user behavior to improve the functionality and relevance of Tani's services.
- tailoring content to suit user’s preferences and improving services
- enhancing user experience by minimizing redundant data entry.
Data Security
Tani employs stringent security measures to protect data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include:
- Data encryption: Data is encrypted both during transmission and storage to prevent unauthorized interception.
- Physical security to prevent unauthorized access: Access to Passport or NIN data is restricted to authorized personnel who require it for specific purposes.
- Disclosure, alteration, or misuse of your data
- Secure Storage: Passport or NIN data is stored on secure servers with restricted physical and logical access controls.
- Regular Audits: We conduct regular audits and assessments of our security measures to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices.
In the event of a suspected data breach, we have procedures in place to investigate and notify you and relevant authorities, as required by law.
Retention of Personal Information:
We retain data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law. We may retain data for longer periods if there is a legal or business need, such as responding to complaints or potential litigation.
Once the data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymized to prevent unauthorized access.
Platform Security:
We employ various security measures to protect the integrity of your personal information. This includes technical safeguards such as Transport Layer Security (SSL/TLS) to encrypt data transmission. Additionally, we have implemented operational controls to prevent unauthorized access to your information.
While we take reasonable steps to secure your data, please be aware that no system is entirely immune to security breaches. We cannot guarantee absolute security against hackers or unauthorized access..
Compliance and Legal Obligations:
Tani complies with all relevant data protection laws and regulations governing the collection, use, and processing of passport data. We also adhere to international standards and best practices to ensure the highest level of data protection and privacy.
Consent and Transparency:
We obtain explicit consent from individuals before collecting their passport data and provide transparent information about how the data will be used, stored, and protected.
By using Tani's biometric authentication API, Users agree to the terms outlined in this policy. We may update this document from time to time, and any changes will be communicated to you. If you have any questions or concerns about our privacy practices, please contact us at hello@usetani.ai.
