Privacy Policy
Last updated: 10 August 2026
1. Introduction & Data Controller
This Privacy Policy explains how Velantis ("we", "us") collects, uses, and protects personal data belonging to visitors and readers of this website, in line with Nigeria's Data Protection Act, 2023 (NDPA) and the guidance of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC). The data controller is Velantis, registered at 6 Wetheral Road, Owerri, Imo 460242, Nigeria. Questions about this policy can be sent to [email protected].
2. What Data We Collect
We collect data you provide directly through our contact form, such as your name, email address, phone number, and any message you send us. We also use cookies to operate the site and, where you consent, to understand how it is used. See our Cookie Policy for full detail on cookie categories.
3. Purposes and Legal Basis
| Data Category | Purpose | Legal Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Contact form details | Responding to enquiries and providing services | Consent / contractual necessity |
| Cookie & usage data | Site functionality, security, and analytics | Consent (optional categories); legitimate interest (essential) |
4. Data Sharing & Third Parties
We do not sell personal data. Data may be shared with service providers strictly necessary to operate the site or respond to your enquiry, under contractual obligations of confidentiality. We do not transfer data to advertising networks without your consent under the cookie preferences panel.
5. Retention
Contact form submissions are retained only as long as needed to respond to your enquiry and maintain a reasonable business record, typically no longer than 24 months unless a longer period is required by law.
6. Security
We apply reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against unauthorised access, alteration, or loss, consistent with the security obligations set out in the NDPA.
7. International Transfers
Where data is processed outside Nigeria, we take steps to ensure an adequate level of protection consistent with NDPC guidance on cross-border data transfers.
8. Your Rights
Under the NDPA, you have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your personal data, to object to certain processing, and to withdraw consent at any time. To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected] or through our contact page. You may also lodge a complaint with the Nigeria Data Protection Commission.
9. Opt-Out & Data Deletion
Providing personal data through our forms is entirely optional. You can disable non-essential cookies at any time through our Cookie Policy preferences panel. To request deletion of any data we hold about you, please reach us via the contact page.