PRIVACY POLICY
Last Updated: 26 January 2026
1. Introduction
APC Member Connect™ is an official mobile application developed as a core component of the APC MEMS Platform (Membership Engagement and Management System) for the All Peoples Congress (APC) Party in Sierra Leone. The platform is designed to modernize, secure, and streamline party membership registration, engagement, and administration.
This Privacy Policy explains how APC Member Connect™ collects, uses, stores, protects, and discloses personal information obtained through the mobile application, associated websites, and related digital services.
The APC Party is firmly committed to respecting the privacy of its members, safeguarding personal data, and ensuring transparency in how information is handled. All data processing activities are conducted responsibly and in line with applicable laws, party regulations, and internationally accepted data protection principles.
By accessing or using APC Member Connect™, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of information:
2.1 Personal Information
- Full name
- Date of birth
- Gender
- Nationality
- Phone number
- Email address (where applicable)
- Residential address
- District, constituency, ward, and polling center details
- Membership category and party-related affiliations
- Photographs or identification documents (where required for verification)
2.2 Account and Usage Information
- Login credentials (securely encrypted)
- Application usage data
- Device information (device type, operating system, app version)
- Log data such as access dates and times
2.3 Payment Information
Where applicable, we may collect payment-related information for membership dues, subscriptions, or other party-approved payments. Payment details are processed securely, and we do not store full card details on our systems.
3. How We Use Your Information
The information collected through APC Member Connect™ is used strictly for legitimate party, administrative, and operational purposes, including but not limited to:
- Registering, maintaining, and updating APC membership records
- Verifying member identity, eligibility, and compliance with party requirements
- Facilitating communication between the APC Party and its members at ward, constituency, district, regional, and national levels
- Supporting party programs, activities, events, and internal elections where applicable
- Processing membership dues, subscriptions, and other authorized payments
- Improving system performance, usability, and service delivery
- Generating statistical reports and analytics for planning and decision-making
- Preventing fraud, misuse, or unauthorized access to the platform
- Complying with applicable legal, regulatory, and internal governance requirements
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.
Information may only be shared in the following limited circumstances:
- With authorized APC Party officials and administrators for legitimate party operations
- With trusted service providers who support system hosting, payment processing, or technical maintenance under strict confidentiality agreements
- Where required by law, court order, or government authority
- To protect the rights, safety, and security of the APC Party, its members, and the public
5. Data Storage and Security
APC Member Connect™ employs robust technical and organizational measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, alteration, or disclosure. These measures are designed to ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data at all times.
Security measures include, but are not limited to:
- Secure and controlled server environments
- Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest
- Role-based access control for authorized personnel only
- System audit trails and activity monitoring
- Regular security reviews, updates, and maintenance
While every reasonable effort is made to protect personal data, users should note that no electronic system can be completely immune from security risks..
6. Data Retention
Personal information is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, including legal, administrative, and operational requirements of the APC Party.
When data is no longer required, it is securely archived or disposed of in accordance with internal data retention policies.
7. Your Rights and Choices
Users of APC Member Connect™ are entitled to certain rights regarding their personal information, subject to applicable laws and party regulations. These rights include the ability to:
- Request access to personal information held by the APC Party
- Request correction or updating of inaccurate, outdated, or incomplete data
- Request account deactivation or data deletion, where permissible
- Raise concerns or complaints regarding data handling practices
All such requests will be reviewed and addressed through official APC Party administrative and ICT channels in a timely and responsible manner..
8. Children’s Privacy
APC Member Connect™ is intended for use by individuals who meet the APC Party’s membership eligibility criteria. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate authorization.
9. Third-Party Services and Links
The application or website may contain links to third-party services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites or services. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of such third parties.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect system updates, legal requirements, or operational changes. Any updates will be published on the official APC website and within the application where appropriate.
Continued use of APC Member Connect™ after changes are made constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.
11. Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:
APC ICT Unit
All Peoples Congress (APC) Party
Sierra Leone
www.apcsl.net
Official communication channels as published on the APC website.
APC Member Connect™
An official component of the APC MEMS Platform – empowering membership engagement through secure and modern technology.
