Last updated: 12/16/2025
Welcome to Applications.co.zw ("we", "us", "our", or "the Platform"). This Privacy Policy explains how Applications.co.zw collects, uses, shares, and protects your personal information when you use our digital application marketplace platform.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy applies to all users of Applications.co.zw, including visitors, registered users, and Developers.
By using Applications.co.zw, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not use our platform.
We collect information that you provide directly to us and information that is automatically collected when you use our platform. The types of information we collect include:
When you use Applications.co.zw, you may provide us with:
When you use Applications.co.zw, we automatically collect certain information:
We may receive information about you from third parties:
We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:
Payment Processing: Applications.co.zw uses third-party payment processors, including Paynow and other payment services available in Zimbabwe, to process payments for application purchases. We do not directly process or store your full payment card details.
Information Shared with Payment Providers: When you make a purchase, we may share certain information with payment processors, including:
Payment Provider Privacy: Payment processors have their own privacy policies governing how they collect, use, and protect your payment information. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of payment providers before making purchases.
Payment Card Information: We do not collect, store, or have access to your full payment card numbers, CVV codes, or PINs. This information is handled directly by payment processors in accordance with Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) requirements.
Transaction Records: We maintain records of transactions for accounting, tax, and legal purposes. These records may include transaction amounts, dates, application information, and payment method types (but not full payment card details).
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
When you interact with applications or make purchases, we may share certain information with Developers:
Developers are required to use this information in accordance with their privacy policies and applicable law. We are not responsible for how Developers use your information.
We may share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf:
These service providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.
Certain information may be publicly visible on Applications.co.zw:
We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to:
If Applications.co.zw is involved in a merger, acquisition, sale of assets, or bankruptcy, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change in ownership or control of your personal information.
We may share your information with your explicit consent or at your direction.
We use cookies, local storage, and similar technologies to collect and store information about your use of Applications.co.zw. Additionally, we work with third-party services that may use cookies, storage, and display advertisements.
We use browser storage technologies, including:
This stored information helps us provide a personalized experience and remember your settings across sessions. You can clear this data through your browser settings at any time.
Applications.co.zw may display advertisements from third-party advertising networks and services. These third parties may:
Third-Party Privacy Policies: These third-party advertising services have their own privacy policies and data collection practices. We do not control how these third parties collect, use, or share your information. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third-party services to understand their practices.
Opting Out: You may opt out of personalized advertising by adjusting your browser settings, using ad-blocking software, or visiting the opt-out pages provided by advertising networks. However, you may still see advertisements, though they may be less relevant to your interests.
You can control cookies and browser storage through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies or clearing storage may affect the functionality of Applications.co.zw. Most browsers allow you to:
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Responsibility: You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. Please use strong passwords and do not share your account information with others.
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
Account Information: We retain your account information for as long as your account is active. If you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information, except where we are required to retain it for legal, tax, or accounting purposes.
Transaction Records: We retain transaction records for accounting, tax, and legal compliance purposes, typically for a minimum of 7 years as required by Zimbabwean law.
Public Content: Reviews, ratings, and comments may remain publicly visible even after account deletion, unless you request their removal.
You have certain rights regarding your personal information:
You have the right to:
You can:
You have the right to:
Note: We may retain certain information as required by law or for legitimate business purposes, such as transaction records for tax compliance.
You can:
You have the right to object to certain processing of your personal information and to request restriction of processing in certain circumstances, subject to applicable law.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at support@applications.co.zw. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable law.
Applications.co.zw is not intended for children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.
If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 18 without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information as soon as possible.
Applications.co.zw is primarily operated in Zimbabwe. However, some of our service providers may be located outside of Zimbabwe. When we transfer your information to service providers in other countries, we take steps to ensure that your information is protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable law.
By using Applications.co.zw, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries outside Zimbabwe, including countries that may have different data protection laws than Zimbabwe.
Applications.co.zw may contain links to third-party websites, applications, or services that are not owned or controlled by us. This Privacy Policy does not apply to such third-party services.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party services. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you access through our platform.
Payment Providers: When you make purchases, you will be directed to payment provider websites (such as Paynow) that have their own privacy policies. We are not responsible for how payment providers handle your information.
Data Protection Laws: We comply with applicable data protection laws in Zimbabwe. While Zimbabwe does not have comprehensive data protection legislation equivalent to GDPR, we follow best practices and international standards for data protection.
Local Regulations: We comply with relevant Zimbabwean laws and regulations regarding data privacy, including but not limited to:
Government Requests: We may be required to disclose information in response to lawful requests from Zimbabwean government authorities, courts, or law enforcement agencies in accordance with applicable law.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, services, legal requirements, or for other reasons. If we make material changes to this Privacy Policy, we will notify you by:
Your continued use of Applications.co.zw after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the changes, you should stop using our platform and may delete your account.
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
We will make reasonable efforts to respond to your inquiries in a timely manner, typically within 30 days of receiving your request.
By using Applications.co.zw, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information as described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not consent to this Privacy Policy, please do not use our platform.