Welcome to EssentialStores.com.ng  We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, make a purchase, or interact with our services.


1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information from you:

a. Personal Information:

  • Full Name

  • Phone Number

  • Email Address

  • Delivery Address

  • Payment Details (processed securely via third-party payment gateways such as Paystack)

b. Automatically Collected Data:

  • Device information (IP address, browser type, operating system)

  • Cookies and usage data (pages visited, time spent on site, click patterns)

c. Transactional Information:

  • Order history

  • Product preferences

  • Communication records (including messages via WhatsApp integration)


2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data to:

  • Process and fulfill your orders

  • Send order confirmations and delivery updates

  • Respond to customer inquiries and provide support

  • Improve our website, products, and services

  • Send promotional offers, discounts, or updates (only with your consent)

  • Comply with legal or regulatory requirements


3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell or rent your personal data. However, we may share your information with:

  • Trusted service providers (delivery partners, payment processors, etc.) who help us operate our business

  • Regulatory authorities when required by law

  • Marketing partners (only if you’ve opted in to receive promotions)

All third parties are obligated to keep your information secure and use it only for agreed purposes.


4. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. You may request deletion of your account or data at any time.


5. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience and track traffic patterns. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect some website features.


6. Security of Your Information

We use administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. All payments are processed through secure SSL-encrypted gateways (e.g., Paystack).


7. Your Data Protection Rights

Under applicable laws (including the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation – NDPR), you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request correction or deletion of your data

  • Withdraw consent to marketing communications

  • Lodge a complaint with a regulatory authority

To exercise these rights, contact us at admin@essentialstores.com.ng or 0903 783 9117.


8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to other sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.


9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices. Any updates will be posted on this page with a new effective date.


10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at:

Essential Stores Nigeria
📍 Enugu, Nigeria
📧 admin@essentialstores.com.ng
📞 0903 783 9117