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Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 8, 2025

At Great Dyke Fintech ("GDF", "we", "our", or "us"), we are committed to protecting your privacy and personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use our website and services.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

When you join our waiting list or contact us, we collect:

• Name and email address
• Country of residence
• Remittance corridor interest (home country/destination)
• Primary financial needs and interests
• Consent preferences for marketing and research

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• IP address and location data
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited and time spent on site
• Referral source
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

• Waiting List Management: To register your interest and provide early access to GDF services
• Communication: To send updates about product development, launch dates, and relevant news
• Product Development: To understand user needs and build features that serve diaspora communities
• Research: With your consent, to conduct user research and testing
• Analytics: To improve our website and understand user behavior
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

3. Legal Basis for Processing (UK GDPR)

We process your personal data based on:

• Consent: When you voluntarily provide information through our forms
• Legitimate Interests: To develop and improve our services, conduct analytics, and communicate with potential users
• Legal Obligation: To comply with financial services regulations and legal requirements

4. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We do not sell your personal data. We may share your information with:

• Service Providers: Email marketing platforms, analytics tools, and hosting providers who help us operate our website
• Regulatory Bodies: When required by law or financial services regulations
• Business Partners: With your consent, community organizations or partners relevant to your interests

All third parties are contractually bound to protect your data and use it only for specified purposes.

5. International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed in countries outside the UK/EEA. When we transfer data internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as:

• Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)
• Adequacy decisions for countries with equivalent data protection standards
• Appropriate technical and organizational security measures

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy:

• Waiting List Data: Until you request deletion or unsubscribe, or for up to 3 years if inactive
• Website Analytics: Typically 26 months (as per standard analytics retention)
• Legal Requirements: We may retain certain data longer if required by law or regulation

7. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR and data protection laws, you have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
• Erasure: Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
• Restriction: Limit how we use your data
• Portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format
• Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time for consent-based processing

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@gd-fin.tech.

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience. See our Cookie Policy for detailed information about the cookies we use and how to manage them.

9. Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data, including:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and authentication
• Staff training on data protection
• Incident response procedures

However, no system is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but will notify you and relevant authorities in the event of a data breach where required by law.

10. Children's Privacy

GDF services are not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we become aware that we have collected data from a child, we will delete it promptly.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by email (if you're on our waiting list) or by posting a notice on our website. Continued use after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise your data rights, contact:

Great Dyke Fintech
Email: privacy@gd-fin.tech
Data Protection Inquiries: dpo@gd-fin.tech

13. Supervisory Authority

If you have concerns about how we handle your personal data, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO):

Information Commissioner's Office
Website: ico.org.uk
Helpline: 0303 123 1113