How we collect, use, and protect your information.
Introduction
Founders Support Initiative (FSI) is committed to protecting your privacy.
This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal data
when you use our website or apply to our programs.
Information We Collect
Full name, email address, phone number and country
Date of birth and demographic details
Startup and business information submitted in applications
Payment confirmation data (processed securely by Flutterwave)
Website usage data such as device, IP address and browser type
How We Use Your Information
Evaluate grant and program applications
Contact applicants regarding updates and opportunities
Improve our programs, website and services
Prevent fraud, spam and misuse of our platform
Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
Payments
Application fees are processed securely by Flutterwave. FSI does not store
your card or banking details. Payment providers handle sensitive financial
data according to their own security and compliance standards.
Data Sharing
We do not sell or rent your personal data.
We may share limited data with:
Program partners and mentors involved in application review
Service providers supporting our operations
Authorities where legally required
Data Security
We implement technical and organizational security measures to protect
your data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.
Your Rights
Request access to your personal data
Request correction or deletion of your data
Withdraw consent for communications
Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Continued use of our
website indicates acceptance of any updates.
