Privacy Policy - ÓRỌRÙN

1. Introduction and Scope

ORORUN ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy and security of the personal data entrusted to us by our users globally. This Privacy Policy outlines our practices concerning the collection, use, and disclosure of your information through our digital platform, ÓRỌRÙN (meaning "EASY" in Yoruba), which facilitates research on Dispute Resolution and provides access to a global directory of legal experts.

As a provider of legal technology services with an international user base, we adhere to global data protection standards, including principles derived from the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the Delaware Personal Data Privacy Act (DPDPA), and various national data protection laws.

This Policy applies to all users of our services, including researchers, academics, students, institutional subscribers, and the legal professionals listed in our expert directory.

2. Data Controller

ÓRỌRÙN is the Data Controller responsible for the processing of your Personal Data in connection with the services provided through the ÓRỌRÙN platform.

Contact Details:

Company Name/Entity: ÓRỌRÙN
Registered Address: 1111B S Governors Ave STE, 40219 Dover DE 19904
Email: info@ororun.co

3. Categories of Personal Data Collected

We collect information necessary to provide our seamless research and expert-sourcing services. The data collected varies depending on the user type:

A. Data Collected from Research and Institutional Users

Category of Data	Examples of Data Elements	Purpose of Collection
Identification and Contact Data	Name, email address, postal address, phone number.	To register and manage user accounts and facilitate communication.
Professional/Affiliation Data	Institution name, firm name, job title, student status.	To verify eligibility for specific subscription tiers (e.g., academic access) and customize services.
Subscription and Billing Data	Payment transaction history, billing address, subscription tier.	To manage contractual obligations and process payments. (Note: Actual payment details like card numbers are processed by third parties.)
Usage and Technical Data	IP address, device type, browser information, pages visited, search queries, time spent on the platform.	To diagnose technical issues, monitor platform security, and analyze service performance to enhance the user experience.

B. Data Collected from Listed Experts (Arbitrators/Litigators)

In addition to the identification and contact data above, we collect specific information to populate the expert directory, which is intended to be publicly searchable and visible to facilitate user connection:

Category of Data	Examples of Data Elements	Purpose of Collection
Professional Credentials (Publicly Visible)	Name, Country, Jurisdiction, Cases Presided Over, Role in Cases Presided Over, Qualifications, professional experience, areas of specialization, languages spoken, jurisdiction(s) of practice, publications.	To establish expertise and facilitate the identification of a suitable arbitrator by users.
Profile Content (Publicly Visible)	Professional biographies, and professional photographs.	To populate the searchable online profile.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

The ÓRỌRÙN platform utilizes cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience, analyze platform performance, and support targeted marketing efforts.

Essential Cookies:These cookies are strictly necessary for the fundamental operation of the website, enabling core functions like security, network management, and accessibility.
Analytics and Performance Cookies:We utilize third-party services (such as Google Analytics) to collect information about how users interact with our platform, including pages visited, time spent, and error reporting. This data helps us measure service efficiency and improve the structure and content of the service.
Marketing and Targeting Cookies:We or our third-party partners may place cookies to build a profile of your interests and, with your consent, show you relevant advertisements on other sites or platforms.

By using the ÓRỌRÙN platform, you consent to the use of these tracking technologies. You retain the ability to manage your cookie preferences through our dedicated cookie consent banner or via your browser settings.

5. Legal Basis and Purposes of Processing

We process your Personal Data only when we have a valid legal basis for doing so, which may include:

Legal Basis (DPDPA & GDPR Principles)	Description and Applicable Data
Contractual Necessity	Processing is necessary to fulfill a contract with you or to take steps, at your request, before entering a contract (e.g., managing your subscription, providing access to case law database).
Legitimate Interest	Processing is necessary for our legitimate interests (or those of a third party) where your interests and fundamental rights do not override those interests (e.g., improving our service security, analyzing platform usage, marketing ÓRỌRÙN to existing users).
Consent	You have given clear consent for us to process your Personal Data for a specific purpose (e.g., subscribing to optional marketing newsletters, placing non-essential cookies).
Legal Obligation	Processing is necessary for compliance with a legal obligation to which we are subject (e.g., tax, accounting, or audit obligations).

6. Disclosure and Sharing of Personal Data

We do not sell your personal data. We may share your data with the following categories of recipients, strictly for the purposes outlined in this Policy:

Service Providers:We engage third-party companies and individuals to facilitate our services (e.g., hosting, IT security, data analytics, customer support). These providers are contractually bound to process data only on our instructions and to maintain adequate security measures.
Payment Processors:We do not directly collect or store sensitive payment information (such as full credit card numbers). All subscription fees are processed securely by PCI-compliant third-party payment processors. We share only necessary billing information with these processors to complete the transaction.
Expert Profile Visibility:The professional data provided by listed experts (including Name, Country, Jurisdiction, Cases Presided Over, and Role in Cases Presided Over) is intentionally displayed on the ÓRỌRÙN platform and accessible to all visitors. This public disclosure is a core function of the service, relying on the expert's specific consent for making their profile public to facilitate contact and engagement.
Legal Compliance:Where required by law, court order, or governmental regulation, we may disclose your data to legal and regulatory authorities.
Corporate Transactions:In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your Personal Data may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

7. Data Security and Retention

Security:

We implement robust technical and organizational measures designed to protect your Personal Data against accidental or unlawful destruction, loss, alteration, unauthorized disclosure, or access. These measures include encryption, access controls, and regular security audits.

Retention:

We retain your Personal Data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including for the purposes of satisfying any legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.

8. International Data Transfers

As an international service, your data may be processed in, and transferred to, countries outside of your jurisdiction. When we transfer Personal Data across international borders, we implement appropriate safeguards to ensure the data remains protected in accordance with this Policy and applicable law, such as using Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) where required.

9. Your Data Protection Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may be entitled to the following rights regarding your Personal Data:

Right of Access:The right to request copies of your Personal Data held by us.
Right to Rectification:The right to request that we correct any information you believe is inaccurate or incomplete.
Right to Erasure ('Right to be Forgotten'):The right to request the deletion of your Personal Data, under certain conditions.
Right to Restrict Processing:The right to request that we restrict the processing of your Personal Data, under certain conditions.
Right to Object to Processing:The right to object to our processing of your Personal Data, particularly where the legal basis is legitimate interest or direct marketing.
Right to Data Portability:The right to request that we transfer the data we have collected to another organization, or directly to you, under certain conditions.
Right to opt-out:
The right to opt-out of the processing of your personal data for the following purposes:
- • Targeted Advertising
- • Sale of Personal Data
- • Profiling that produces legal implications or effects of a similar nature
Right to Appeal:The right to appeal a data controller's decision concerning the exercise of your rights by responding to our email denying your request. Your response must be submitted 30 (thirty days) after receiving our decision. If your appeal is unsuccessful you may submit a complaint with the Delaware Department of Justice.

How to exercise your rights:

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided in Section 2. We may require you to verify your identity before responding to such requests.

10. Changes to this Policy

We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Policy periodically.

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