Effective Date
This Data Processing Agreement (“DPA” or “Agreement”) forms part of the Terms and Conditions, User Agreement, Privacy Policy, and any other applicable agreements governing the use of Chekpros.com (“Chekpros,” “Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”).
This DPA governs the processing of Personal Data by Chekpros and applies to all users, including freelancers, employers, businesses, organizations, agencies, consultants, contractors, and any other individuals or entities utilizing Chekpros.com (“User,” “Customer,” “Controller,” “you,” or “your”).
This Agreement establishes the rights, responsibilities, and obligations relating to the collection, processing, storage, transfer, protection, and handling of Personal Data in accordance with applicable data protection laws and regulations.
- Purpose of This Agreement
The purpose of this DPA is to:
- Protect Personal Data.
- Define responsibilities concerning data processing.
- Promote transparency and accountability.
- Support regulatory compliance.
- Establish appropriate security standards.
- Protect the privacy rights of users.
- Govern international data transfers where applicable.
This Agreement supplements and forms part of the broader privacy framework governing Chekpros.
- Definitions
For purposes of this Agreement:
“Personal Data”
Means any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person, including but not limited to:
- Name
- Email address
- Telephone number
- Billing information
- Government-issued identification
- IP address
- Device identifiers
- Location information
- Payment-related information
- Account information
- Communications
“Processing”
Means any operation performed on Personal Data including:
- Collection
- Recording
- Storage
- Organization
- Use
- Disclosure
- Transfer
- Restriction
- Deletion
- Destruction
“Controller”
Means the entity determining the purposes and means of processing Personal Data.
“Processor”
Means the entity processing Personal Data on behalf of a Controller.
“Data Subject”
Means an identifiable individual whose Personal Data is processed.
“Applicable Data Protection Laws”
Includes laws and regulations governing privacy and data protection, including where applicable:
- Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA)
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
- UK GDPR
- California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
- Other applicable laws and regulations
- Scope of Processing
Chekpros may process Personal Data for purposes including:
- Account registration
- User authentication
- Identity verification
- Customer support
- Project management
- Communication between users
- Payment processing
- Fraud prevention
- Platform security
- Analytics
- Legal compliance
- Dispute resolution
- Service improvements
Processing activities shall be limited to legitimate business purposes and applicable legal requirements.
- Categories of Personal Data
Chekpros may process:
Account Information
- Names
- Usernames
- Email addresses
- Phone numbers
- Profile information
Professional Information
- Skills
- Certifications
- Portfolios
- Work history
Financial Information
- Billing details
- Payment information
- Transaction history
Technical Information
- IP addresses
- Device information
- Browser data
- Cookies
- Usage logs
Communications
- Messages
- Support requests
- Feedback
- Reviews
Verification Information
- Identification documents
- Business records
- Supporting documentation
Processing is limited to information necessary for legitimate platform operations.
- Legal Basis for Processing
Personal Data may be processed based upon:
Contractual Necessity
Processing necessary to provide platform services.
Legitimate Interests
Fraud prevention, security, and service improvements.
Legal Obligations
Compliance with laws and regulatory requirements.
Consent
Where consent is required under applicable laws.
Protection of Rights and Safety
Protection of users, systems, and public interests.
- Data Subject Rights
Where required by applicable law, individuals may have rights including:
- Access to Personal Data.
- Correction of inaccurate information.
- Deletion of Personal Data.
- Restriction of processing.
- Objection to processing.
- Data portability.
- Withdrawal of consent.
- Complaint rights before supervisory authorities.
Requests may be subject to identity verification and legal limitations.
- Security Measures
Chekpros implements reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures designed to protect Personal Data, including:
- Encryption technologies
- Access controls
- Authentication mechanisms
- Firewalls
- Security monitoring
- Backup procedures
- Incident response procedures
No system can guarantee absolute security, and users acknowledge that internet-based services involve inherent risks.
- Confidentiality
Persons authorized to process Personal Data are subject to confidentiality obligations.
Chekpros takes reasonable measures to ensure that employees, contractors, and service providers maintain confidentiality and process information only when necessary.
- Subprocessors
Chekpros may engage third-party service providers to assist in providing services.
Such subprocessors may include:
- Cloud hosting providers
- Payment processors
- Analytics providers
- Customer support platforms
- Identity verification services
- Email service providers
- Security providers
Chekpros shall take reasonable steps to engage reputable service providers.
- International Data Transfers
Personal Data may be transferred, processed, and stored in countries other than the user’s country of residence.
Where required by law, Chekpros shall implement appropriate safeguards to protect Personal Data during international transfers.
Users acknowledge and consent to such transfers where legally permissible.
- Data Retention
Personal Data may be retained for purposes including:
- Service provision
- Security
- Fraud prevention
- Compliance obligations
- Dispute resolution
- Legal claims
- Business continuity
Retention periods may vary depending on:
- Applicable laws
- Contractual requirements
- Legitimate business interests
When no longer required, information may be deleted, anonymized, or securely destroyed.
- Data Breach Notification
In the event of a security incident involving Personal Data, Chekpros may:
- Investigate the incident.
- Mitigate potential harm.
- Notify affected users where required by law.
- Notify regulators where required.
- Implement corrective measures.
Notification timing may depend upon legal requirements and the circumstances of the incident.
- Assistance with Data Subject Requests
Chekpros may provide reasonable assistance in responding to requests relating to:
- Access
- Correction
- Deletion
- Portability
- Objections
- Regulatory inquiries
Such assistance may be subject to technical feasibility and applicable laws.
- Audits and Compliance
Chekpros may maintain policies and procedures designed to demonstrate compliance with applicable data protection laws.
Reasonable documentation and records relating to data processing activities may be maintained where appropriate.
- Cooperation with Authorities
Chekpros may cooperate with:
- Regulatory authorities
- Courts
- Law enforcement agencies
- Government bodies
where legally required or reasonably necessary to protect rights, users, systems, or public interests.
- User Responsibilities
Users remain responsible for:
- Providing accurate information.
- Protecting account credentials.
- Maintaining security practices.
- Complying with applicable laws.
- Respecting privacy rights of others.
Users processing Personal Data through the Platform remain responsible for their own legal obligations.
- Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Chekpros shall not be liable for:
- Third-party actions.
- User misconduct.
- Security incidents beyond reasonable control.
- Network failures.
- Internet disruptions.
- Indirect damages.
- Consequential losses.
Nothing in this Agreement shall exclude liability that cannot be excluded under applicable law.
- Modifications
Chekpros reserves the right to modify, amend, or update this Agreement.
Updated versions become effective upon publication unless otherwise required by law.
Continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of revised terms.
- Governing Law
This Data Processing Agreement shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, together with any mandatory requirements imposed by applicable international data protection laws.
Any disputes arising under this Agreement shall be subject to the competent courts and authorities having jurisdiction.
- Contact Information
Questions regarding this Data Processing Agreement, privacy matters, data subject requests, or concerns relating to Personal Data processing may be submitted through the official support channels available on Chekpros.com.
- Entire Agreement
This DPA forms part of and should be read together with:
- Terms and Conditions
- User Agreement
- Privacy Policy
- Cookie Policy
- Trust & Safety Policy
- Intellectual Property & DMCA Policy
- Code of Conduct
- Acceptable Use Policy
- Employer Hiring Policy
- Freelancer Service Agreement
In the event of conflict between this DPA and other platform policies concerning Personal Data processing, the provisions of this DPA shall prevail to the extent required by applicable law.
- Acknowledgment
By accessing or using Chekpros.com, users acknowledge that they have read, understood, and agreed to the terms of this Data Processing Agreement.
Users further acknowledge that Chekpros may collect, process, transfer, retain, secure, and manage Personal Data in accordance with applicable laws, this Agreement, and the Platform’s broader privacy framework.