Last Updated: 27th June 2025
Welcome to Hahanawe ("we", "our", or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application (the “App”).
The app may request access to your device’s microphone (android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO) for the following purposes:
Voice Messages: To enable users to send voice messages within chats
Voice Notes: To allow recording of personal notes for vehicle or property descriptions
Audio Feedback: To collect user reviews or feedback via audio
Voice Search: To enable property or car search using voice commands
Temporary Storage: Audio recordings are stored temporarily on your device
User-Initiated Transmission: Audio is only transmitted when you actively choose to send it
No Background Recording: We do not record audio in the background without your permission
No Continuous Listening: We do not continuously monitor or record audio
Account details (name, email, phone number)
Property or car preferences and search history
Location data (with your explicit permission)
Device and usage information
Uploaded photos or videos
We use the information we collect to:
Provide and enhance our vehicle and real estate services
Facilitate communication between users, agents, and sellers
Personalize your user experience
Send notifications about matching listings
Offer customer support
Ensure security and prevent fraudulent activity
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share data only under the following conditions:
With Your Consent: Only when you explicitly agree
With Service Providers: Trusted partners who help operate and maintain the app
For Legal Compliance: If required by law, legal process, or to protect our rights
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset transfer
We implement strong security measures to protect your data:
Encryption during transmission and storage
Secure cloud and local storage
Routine security audits and assessments
Access controls and authentication requirements
As a user, you have the right to:
Access and review your personal data
Correct or update inaccurate information
Delete your account and associated data
Control your app permissions (including audio)
Opt out of marketing or non-essential notifications
You control how the app uses your microphone:
Enable/Disable Access: Via device settings → Apps → Hahanawe → Permissions
Revoke Permission Anytime
Manage Voice Data: Voice messages can be deleted from chat history
Audio Data: Stored only for the duration necessary for its purpose
Voice Messages: Retained based on chat history policies
Account Data: Kept as long as your account is active
Deleted Accounts: All related data is permanently erased
Hahanawe is not designed for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under this age.
By using our app outside your country, you consent to the transfer and processing of your information in countries that may have different data protection laws.
We may revise this policy periodically. Significant changes will be communicated via the app or email. Please check this policy regularly for updates.
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, feel free to reach out:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +250 782 385 754
Address: KG 626 st, House 10
By using the Hahanawe App, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy, and you consent to the collection and use of your information, including audio data, as described herein.