Privacy Policy

Last Updated: May 2026

1. Introduction

CivicWatch KE ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and security. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our platform.

2. Anonymity First

Our platform is designed to be anonymous by default. We do not require you to create an account or provide personal information to submit a report.

3. Information We Collect

Report Data: We collect the information you voluntarily provide in your report, including location, description, and category of the issue.

Media: Any images or documents you upload are stripped of metadata (EXIF data) to protect your location and identity.

Technical Data: We collect minimal technical logs for security purposes, which are automatically purged regularly. We do not track your IP address linked to specific reports.

4. How We Use Information

We use the data you submit to:

• Map civic issues and trends.
• Notify relevant authorities and partners.
• Generate statistical reports for advocacy.

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell your data. We share anonymized report data with:

• Government agencies (e.g., IEBC, EACC) for action.
• Partner NGOs for legal and civic support.
• The public via our aggregated map.

6. Contact Us

If you have questions about this policy, please contact us at support@civicwatch.ke.