Privacy Policy
Lekki Peninsula Phase 1 Residents Association (LERA)
Last updated: December 26, 2025 | Effective: January 1, 2026
At LERA, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website, mobile applications, and community services. By using our services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you provide directly to us, including:
Contact Information:
- • Full name and residential address
- • Email address and phone number
- • Emergency contact information
- • Property ownership details
Account Information:
- • Username and password
- • Profile information and preferences
- • Payment information for services
- • Communication preferences
1.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you access our services, we may automatically collect certain information:
Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers
Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, click patterns, search queries
Location Data: General location information based on IP address
Cookies and Tracking: Information collected through cookies and similar technologies
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:
Service Provision
To provide, maintain, and improve our community services and website functionality
Community Management
To manage resident accounts, process payments, and coordinate community activities
Communication
To send important announcements, newsletters, and respond to your inquiries
Security and Safety
To ensure community safety, prevent fraud, and maintain platform security
Legal Compliance
To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights and those of our community
3. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
3.1 With Your Consent
We may share your information when you explicitly consent to such sharing.
3.2 Service Providers
We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our services, such as payment processors, hosting providers, and analytics services. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information.
3.3 Legal Requirements
To comply with legal obligations, court orders, or government requests
To protect against fraud, security threats, or illegal activities
To enforce our Terms of Service or other agreements
3.4 Community Safety
In emergency situations or to protect the safety of our community members, we may share necessary information with relevant authorities or emergency services.
4. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information:
Technical Measures:
- • SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
- • Secure password hashing and storage
- • Regular security audits and updates
- • Firewall protection and intrusion detection
Organizational Measures:
- • Limited access to personal data
- • Employee training on data protection
- • Regular backup and disaster recovery
- • Incident response procedures
Important: While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
5.1 What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide a better user experience and analyze site usage.
5.2 Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
Required for basic website functionality, authentication, and security
Analytics Cookies
Help us understand how visitors use our website and improve our services
Functional Cookies
Remember your preferences and settings for a personalized experience
5.3 Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website. You can typically find cookie settings in your browser's "Privacy" or "Security" tab.
6. Your Rights and Choices
You have certain rights regarding your personal information under applicable data protection laws:
Access
Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
Rectification
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information
Erasure
Request deletion of your personal information in certain circumstances
Portability
Request transfer of your personal information to another service provider
Restriction
Request limitation of how we process your personal information
Objection
Object to our processing of your personal information in certain cases
To exercise these rights: Contact us at info@lekkiphase1.orgwith your request. We will respond within 30 days and may require verification of your identity.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy:
Account Data: Retained while your account is active and for 7 years after account closure for legal and tax purposes
Communication Records: Retained for 5 years to handle inquiries and maintain service history
Analytics Data: Anonymized and aggregated data retained indefinitely for service improvement
Legal Obligations: Certain data retained longer if required by law or for legal proceedings
8. Third-Party Links and Services
Our website may contain links to third-party websites and services that are not owned or controlled by LERA. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third parties.
We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party services you use in connection with our services. This Privacy Policy applies only to information collected by LERA.
9. Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete such information.
If you are a parent or guardian and you are aware that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so that we can take necessary action.
10. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than Nigeria. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and implement appropriate safeguards to protect your personal information during international transfers.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by:
Posting the updated policy on our website with a new "Last updated" date
Sending you an email notification (if you have provided your email address)
Displaying a prominent notice on our website for a reasonable period
Your continued use of our services after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Data Protection Officer
LERA Secretariat
18 Admiralty Wy, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos 105102, Lagos
Email: info@lekkiphase1.org
Phone: +234 704 038 3685
Response time: Within 30 days of receipt
Your Privacy Matters: We are committed to addressing your privacy concerns promptly and transparently. For urgent privacy matters, please call us directly during business hours (9 AM - 6 PM WAT, Monday - Friday).
This Privacy Policy is effective as of January 1, 2026, and was last updated on December 26, 2025.
By using our services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.