Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy — Ouico

Ouico (“we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information in a safe, responsible, and transparent manner. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share information when you access or use the Ouico mobile application, website, or related services (collectively, the “Platform”).

By using the Platform, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to the practices described herein.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information necessary to operate, improve, and secure the Platform.

A. Personal Information

Full name

Email address

Phone number

Date of birth

Profile details (e.g., gender, location, profile photo)

Communication preferences

B. Service Provider Information

If you register as a service provider, we may collect:

Identity verification and KYC documents (ID card, passport, driving license, certifications)

Business and service details (service category, pricing, experience)

Address and service coverage area

Bank account or payout details (processed securely via Stripe Connect or equivalent providers)

C. Booking & Usage Data

Services viewed, booked, cancelled, or completed

Reviews and ratings

In-app messages between users and providers

Support requests and feedback

D. Device & Technical Information

IP address

Device type, operating system, and app version

App usage logs and diagnostics

Cookies and tracking technologies (for website users)

E. Payment Information

Payment method details (e.g., card type and last four digits only)

Transaction history

Note: Ouico does not store full card details. All payments are processed via PCI-DSS compliant third-party payment gateways such as Stripe or PayPal.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Create and manage user and provider accounts

Verify identities and maintain platform trust and safety

Enable service discovery, bookings, and communication

Process payments, refunds, and provider payouts

Provide customer support and resolve disputes

Improve platform functionality and user experience

Monitor performance and conduct analytics

Prevent fraud, abuse, and unauthorized activity

Comply with legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations

3. How We Share Information

We only share information when necessary and for legitimate purposes.

A. Third-Party Service Partners

Including but not limited to:

Payment processors (Stripe, PayPal, etc.)

Identity verification and KYC partners

SMS, email, and notification service providers

B. Marketplace Service Providers

When a booking is made, relevant details (such as name, contact information, service location, and booking preferences) are shared with the selected service provider to fulfill the request.

C. Legal & Regulatory Authorities

We may disclose information if required to:

Comply with applicable laws or legal processes

Respond to lawful requests from authorities

Protect the rights, safety, or security of users or the Platform

D. Internal Teams & Contractors

Authorized personnel and contractors may access data strictly for operating, maintaining, and improving the Platform, under confidentiality obligations.

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and analytics tools to:

Improve performance and reliability

Personalize user experience

Understand usage trends and behavior

Deliver relevant recommendations

You may manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that some features may be affected if cookies are disabled.

5. Data Storage & Security

We implement industry-standard safeguards to protect your information, including:

Encrypted data storage (AES-256)

Secure HTTPS/TLS transmission

Role-based access controls

Regular security audits and monitoring

While we strive to protect your data, no digital system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

6. Your Rights & Choices

Depending on applicable laws, you may have the right to:

Access your personal data

Update or correct inaccurate information

Request account deletion

Withdraw consent for data processing

Request data portability

Lodge a complaint with a relevant data protection authority

To exercise your rights, contact us at privacy@ouico.com.