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.