Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2026

Compliant with Algerian Law 18-07 of June 10, 2018 regarding the protection of individuals in the processing of personal data

1. Introduction

The protection of your personal data is a priority for Sakhiy. This Privacy Policy informs you about how we collect, use, store and protect your data in accordance with Algerian legislation in force.

2. Applicable Legal Framework

Law No. 18-07 of June 10, 2018

Regarding the protection of individuals in the processing of personal data. This law guarantees respect for your privacy and regulates the collection and use of your data.

Law No. 09-04 of August 5, 2009

Laying down special rules relating to the prevention and fight against offenses related to information and communication technologies.

Article 11: Data is retained for a period of one (1) year from the date of registration.

3. Data Controller

Company name: Sakhiy

Address: [Address in Algeria]

Email: privacy@sakhiy.com

The data controller is the person who determines the purposes and means of processing personal data.

4. Data Collected

4.1 Registration data

  • First and last name
  • Email address
  • Phone number (optional)
  • Username (pseudonym)
  • Password (encrypted)
  • Date of birth (optional)
  • Wilaya and municipality

4.2 Profile data

  • Profile photo
  • Biography
  • Notification preferences
  • Language preferences

4.3 Usage data

  • Posted listings
  • Exchanged messages
  • Favorites and searches
  • Donation history

4.4 Technical data

  • IP address
  • Browser type and device
  • Pages viewed and visit duration
  • Cookies (see dedicated section)

5. Processing Purposes

Your data is used to:

Create and manage your user account
Facilitate listing publication and search
Enable communication between users
Send you relevant notifications
Improve our services and user experience
Ensure security and prevent fraud
Comply with our legal obligations

6. Legal Basis for Processing

Consent: You consent to the processing of your data by accepting this policy when registering.

Contract execution: Processing is necessary to provide our services.

Legitimate interest: To improve our services and ensure platform security.

7. Data Retention Period

In accordance with Article 11 of Law 09-04 of August 5, 2009

Data is retained for a period of one (1) year from the date of registration.

Active account: As long as your account is active

Inactive account: 1 year after last login

Deleted account: 30 days (to allow recovery)

Archive data: Maximum 1 year in compliance with Law 09-04

8. Data Sharing

Your data is never sold to third parties. It may be shared only in the following cases:

Other users: Public profile information (username, photo, general location)
Technical service providers: Hosting, email sending (under confidentiality agreement)
Legal authorities: Upon legally grounded judicial or administrative request

9. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures:

Encryption

HTTPS/SSL for all communications

Passwords

Secure hashing (bcrypt)

Firewall

Protection against attacks

Restricted access

Authorized personnel only

10. Your Rights

In accordance with Law 18-07, you have the following rights:

Right of access

You can access your data from your profile or request a complete copy.

Right to rectification

You can modify your data at any time from your account settings.

Right to erasure

You can delete your account and request erasure of your data.

Right to object

You can object to certain processing (marketing emails, profiling).

Right to data portability

You can retrieve your data in a structured format.

To exercise these rights, contact us at: privacy@sakhiy.com

11. Cookies

We use cookies to:

  • Maintain your login session
  • Remember your preferences (language, theme)
  • Analyze platform usage (anonymous)

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may be limited.

12. Policy Modifications

We reserve the right to modify this policy at any time. Significant changes will be notified to you by email or on the platform.

13. Contact

For any questions regarding this policy or your personal data:

Regulatory Compliance

This policy complies with Algerian laws in force:

  • • Law 18-07 (June 10, 2018): Protection of personal data
  • • Law 09-04 (August 5, 2009): Prevention of ICT offenses - 1 year data retention