Privacy Policy

The Nairobi Air Quality Portal is operated by the County Government of Nairobi to share environmental data and promote public health awareness. We are committed to protecting the privacy of our users and ensuring responsible data management.

1. Information We Collect

The portal primarily collects non-personal information such as device type, browser version, and usage analytics to improve system performance. Any personal details voluntarily submitted (e.g., via contact forms) are used solely for official communication.

2. Use of Information

Data collected is used to enhance user experience, improve service reliability, and generate insights for urban environmental planning.

3. Data Sharing

The County Government may share anonymized environmental data with accredited research institutions, health agencies, and policy partners. No personal user data is sold or shared for commercial use.

4. Cookies

Our platform may use cookies to remember user preferences or enhance site analytics. You can disable cookies in your browser settings if desired.

5. Data Security

The County employs reasonable administrative and technical safeguards to protect data integrity. However, no system is 100% secure, and users should exercise caution when sharing information online.

6. Data Retention

Personal information collected through the portal is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected or as required by law.

7. Legal Basis for Processing

All collection and use of personal information on this portal is conducted in compliance with the Kenya Data Protection Act, 2019, and related regulations. Users have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of their personal information as provided under the Act.

8. Your Rights

Users may request access to their personal data, correction of inaccurate information, or deletion of their data where applicable. Such requests can be made by contacting the Department of Environment atenvironment@nairobi.go.ke.

9. Policy Updates

We may revise this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with a new effective date.

10. Contact

For questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Department of Environment, Nairobi County Government
Email: environment@nairobi.go.ke