MegaPari Privacy Policy

MegaPari collects personal data that users provide during registration and account activity. This information is gathered to enable the delivery of services, ensure account security, and fulfill legal obligations under applicable Ethiopian law.

Categories of Personal Data Collected

The following categories of personal information may be collected:

• Full name and date of birth;
• Contact details, including email address and phone number;
• Identification documents submitted for identity verification;
• Financial information required for deposit and withdrawal processing;
• Device and browsing data collected through the use of online services.

Technical and Organisational Protection Measures

Personal data is protected through a combination of technical and organisational safeguards, including:

• Encrypted data transmission using industry-standard protocols;
• Access controls limiting data availability to authorised personnel;
• Regular security assessments of internal systems and processes;
• Secure storage infrastructure managed in compliance with applicable standards.

User Rights

Users retain the following rights in relation to their personal data:

• The right to access personal data held by the platform;
• The right to request correction of inaccurate or outdated information;
• The right to request deletion of personal data, subject to applicable legal requirements.

Compliance with Ethiopian Law

All data collection and processing activities are conducted in accordance with the laws and regulatory frameworks applicable in Ethiopia, including obligations related to data privacy, anti-money laundering, and consumer protection.

Personal data collected through the platform is used exclusively for lawful, clearly defined purposes. The processing of user information is conducted transparently and in accordance with the consent provided at the time of registration or during subsequent interactions with the platform.

Purposes of Data Processing

Collected personal information is used for the following purposes:

• Maintaining and administering user accounts and delivering requested services;
• Processing financial transactions, including deposits and withdrawals;
• Improving platform functionality and the quality of online services offered;
• Sending relevant communications, including service notifications and promotional materials, where the user has provided consent;
• Conducting analytics to understand usage patterns and enhance the user experience;
• Fulfilling regulatory and legal compliance obligations, including identity verification and fraud prevention.

All processing activities are carried out on the basis of a lawful ground, including user consent, contractual necessity, or legal obligation. No personal data is used for purposes incompatible with those disclosed in this document.

Users have the right to access, update, or request deletion of the personal data held in connection with their accounts. These rights can be exercised by contacting the platform’s support team through the official communication channels available on the website.

Correction and Deletion Procedures

• Requests for data correction should include clear identification of the inaccurate information and the proposed update;
• Deletion requests will be reviewed in accordance with applicable legal obligations, which may require the retention of certain data for a defined period;
• All requests are processed within a reasonable timeframe, and users will be notified of the outcome.

Consent to Security Checks and Payment Processing

By using the platform, users acknowledge and consent to the following:

• Personal data may be subject to identity verification and security checks conducted by the platform or its authorised partners;
• Payment information is processed by third-party payment service providers engaged by the platform;
• These providers are bound by confidentiality obligations and are permitted to use payment data solely for the purpose of processing transactions.

The MegaPari platform is intended strictly for users who are 18 years of age or older. Access to gambling and related online services by minors is prohibited in accordance with applicable Ethiopian regulations and the platform’s terms of service.

Age Verification Limitations

The platform is unable to independently verify the age of users without the submission of valid identification documents. It is the responsibility of users to ensure that their account registration and use comply with the minimum age requirement.

Deletion of a Minor’s Data

If a parent or legal guardian identifies that a minor has registered on the platform and submitted personal data, they may submit a formal request for the deletion of that data. Upon verification of the request, all personal information associated with the minor’s account will be permanently removed from the platform’s records.

Personal data collected through the platform may be transferred to and processed in countries other than Ethiopia, where MegaPari’s partners, service providers, and operational infrastructure are located. These transfers are necessary to deliver the full range of services available on the platform.

User Consent

By accessing and using the platform, users provide their consent to the international transfer of their personal data as described in this section. This includes transfers to jurisdictions that may have data protection frameworks different from those applicable in Ethiopia.

Confidentiality Obligations of Partners

All third-party partners and service providers that receive or process personal data on behalf of the platform are required to:

• Maintain appropriate confidentiality standards;
• Use personal data solely for the purposes specified in their agreements with the platform;
• Implement adequate technical and organisational measures to protect transferred data.

The legal disclaimer applicable to this Privacy Policy may alter the scope, interpretation, or practical effects of the rules and provisions set out herein. Users should be aware that specific terms and conditions may modify how particular provisions apply in individual circumstances.

Scope of Application

This disclaimer applies from the moment a user accepts this Privacy Policy, which may occur through any of the following actions:

• Providing a digital or physical signature on a relevant document or form;
• Actively accepting the policy through a designated acceptance mechanism on the platform;
• Completing the registration process or otherwise formally acceding to the terms and conditions of which this policy forms a part.

The acceptance of this Privacy Policy constitutes a binding agreement between the user and the platform regarding the handling of personal data as described in this document.

Cookies are small text files placed on a user’s device when the platform’s website is accessed. These files store limited information about browsing activity and preferences, and are used to improve the functionality and performance of online services.

Purposes for Which Cookies Are Used

Cookies are used on the platform for the following purposes:

• Collecting statistical data about website traffic and usage patterns;
• Analysing user behaviour to identify areas for service improvement;
• Personalising the platform experience based on user preferences;
• Enhancing overall website performance and navigation.

Cookie Retention Period

Cookies placed by the platform are retained on the user’s device for a period of up to one year from the date of their placement, unless deleted by the user prior to that date. Users may manage or disable cookies through their browser settings; however, doing so may affect the functionality of certain features on the platform.

The use of the MegaPari platform, including browsing its website, registering an account, or accessing any of its online services, constitutes full and unconditional acceptance of this Privacy Policy in its entirety.

Current Version

The version of this Privacy Policy currently published on the platform’s website is the authoritative and prevailing version. In the event of any inconsistency between this version and any previously published version, the current published version shall take precedence. Users are advised to review this document periodically to remain informed of any updates or amendments.

Personal data collected through the platform may be disclosed to third parties under specific, defined circumstances. All such disclosures are conducted in accordance with applicable legal requirements and the purposes outlined in this document.

Circumstances for Third-Party Disclosure

Personal information may be shared with third parties in the following situations:

• Where required by law, regulation, or order of a competent authority;
• In connection with the resolution of disputes involving the user or the platform;
• Where disclosure is necessary to fulfil contractual obligations or enforce the platform’s terms and conditions.

Identification of Third Parties

Where third parties are identified on the platform’s website, users are directed to review those parties’ respective privacy practices. In cases where third parties are not individually listed, users will be informed of the purpose and scope of any data sharing at the time such sharing becomes necessary.

Consent Through Data Submission

By submitting personal data to the platform, users consent to its disclosure to third parties in the circumstances described above. This consent is a condition of accessing and using the platform’s services.

The MegaPari platform may contain links to third-party websites that are not owned, operated, or controlled by the platform. These external websites maintain their own privacy policies and data handling practices, which are entirely independent of this document.

Limitation of Responsibility

The platform is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or data processing activities of any third-party websites accessed through links on the platform. Users access such websites at their own discretion.

Caution When Visiting External Sites

Users are advised to:

• Review the privacy policy of any external website before submitting personal information;
• Exercise caution when interacting with online services operated by third parties;
• Be aware that the protections described in this Privacy Policy do not extend to external websites or their operators.