User Consent & Data Usage

This document explains how we use your personal data and the consent choices available to you. By using 254rent, you consent to our data practices as described in this notice and our Privacy Policy.

1. Types of Consent

1.1 Explicit Consent

We obtain your explicit consent for:

• Marketing communications (email, SMS, push notifications)
• Sharing your data with third-party partners for marketing
• Processing sensitive personal data (if applicable)
• Cross-border data transfers (where required)

1.2 Implied Consent

Your use of our Service implies consent for:

• Processing necessary for service delivery
• Account creation and management
• Property listing and search functionality
• Communication between users

2. How We Use Your Data

2.1 Service Delivery

We use your data to:

• Create and manage your account
• Display your property listings
• Enable communication between landlords and tenants
• Process payments and subscriptions
• Provide customer support

2.2 Service Improvement

We use your data to:

• Analyze usage patterns and improve our platform
• Develop new features and services
• Conduct research and analytics
• Prevent fraud and ensure security

2.3 Marketing (With Your Consent)

With your explicit consent, we may:

• Send you promotional emails about new features or properties
• Send SMS notifications about relevant listings
• Show you personalized property recommendations
• Share your information with trusted partners for marketing (with your consent)

3. Your Consent Choices

3.1 Managing Your Consent

You can manage your consent preferences at any time through:

• Your account settings page
• Email unsubscribe links
• Contacting us directly at privacy@254rent.com

3.2 Withdrawing Consent

You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time. Withdrawing consent will:

• Stop marketing communications immediately
• Not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before withdrawal
• May limit certain features that require your consent

Note: Withdrawing consent for essential service functions may affect your ability to use certain features of the platform.

4. Data Sharing Consent

4.1 Public Information

By creating a listing, you consent to making certain information public, including:

• Property details and photos
• Contact information (as provided)
• Property location
• Rental price and terms

4.2 Third-Party Sharing

We only share your data with third parties:

• With your explicit consent
• For service delivery (e.g., payment processors, hosting providers)
• As required by law
• To protect our rights and prevent fraud

5. Cookies and Tracking Consent

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. You can control cookies through:

• Cookie consent banner on first visit
• Browser settings
• Account preferences

See our Cookie Policy for detailed information.

6. Age of Consent

Our Service is intended for users aged 18 and above. By using our Service, you represent that you are at least 18 years old and have the legal capacity to enter into agreements.

If you are under 18, you must have parental or guardian consent to use our Service.

7. Consent for Specific Features

7.1 Location Services

We may request access to your location to show nearby properties. You can grant or deny this permission, and you can change it at any time in your device settings.

7.2 Notifications

We may send push notifications about new listings, messages, or important updates. You can manage notification preferences in your account settings or device settings.

8. Updating Your Consent

You can update your consent preferences at any time by:

• Logging into your account and visiting Settings → Privacy
• Clicking unsubscribe links in marketing emails
• Contacting us at privacy@254rent.com

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about consent or data usage, please contact us:

• Email: privacy@254rent.com
• Phone: +254 703 922 274
• Data Protection Officer: dpo@254rent.com