Privacy Policy
Secure by Pay ("Secure by Pay", "we", "our", or "us") values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, store, and protect your personal information when you use our website, mobile applications, and related services (collectively, the "Platform").
By accessing or using the Platform, you agree to the collection and use of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information that helps us provide secure escrow services.
A. Personal Information
When you create an account, we may collect:
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Date of birth
- Residential address
- Government-issued identification
- Selfie or identity verification photos (where required)
- Business information (for merchant accounts)
B. Financial Information
To facilitate escrow transactions, we may collect:
- Bank account information
- Payment card details (processed securely through payment providers)
- Payment history
- Transaction records
- Wallet balances (where applicable)
Secure by Pay does not store complete payment card information unless permitted and secured in accordance with applicable industry standards.
C. Transaction Information
We collect information relating to transactions, including:
- Buyer information
- Seller information
- Product descriptions
- Transaction amounts
- Delivery details
- Shipment tracking information
- OTP verification records
- Refund history
- Dispute history
D. Device and Technical Information
We automatically collect certain technical information, including:
- Device type
- Operating system
- Browser information
- IP address
- Device identifiers
- Log files
- Time zone
- App version
- Crash reports
E. Usage Information
We collect information about how you interact with the Platform, including:
- Pages visited
- Features used
- Search history
- Login activity
- Session duration
- Clickstream data
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Create and manage your account
- Process escrow transactions
- Verify your identity
- Prevent fraud and unauthorized activities
- Process refunds
- Resolve disputes
- Send transaction notifications
- Deliver OTP verification codes
- Improve our Platform
- Monitor platform security
- Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
- Respond to customer support requests
3. Legal Basis for Processing
Where applicable, we process your information based on:
- Your consent.
- Performance of a contract.
- Compliance with legal obligations.
- Protection against fraud.
- Legitimate business interests.
4. How We Share Information
We may share your information with:
Payment Providers
To process deposits, withdrawals, and refunds.
Logistics Partners
Where necessary to verify deliveries and shipment information.
Identity Verification Providers
To verify your identity and comply with Know Your Customer (KYC) requirements.
Service Providers
Including providers of:
- Cloud hosting
- Analytics
- Customer support
- Email delivery
- SMS delivery
- Push notifications
- Fraud detection
These providers are contractually required to safeguard your information.
Regulatory Authorities
Where required by law, court order, or government request.
Business Transfers
If Secure by Pay is acquired, merged, or reorganized, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
5. Information We Do Not Sell
Secure by Pay does not sell your personal information to third parties.
We do not rent your personal information for advertising purposes.
6. Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Keep you signed in
- Remember your preferences
- Improve performance
- Measure platform usage
- Detect fraudulent activities
You may disable cookies through your browser settings, although some features may not function properly.
7. Data Retention
We retain your information only for as long as necessary to:
- Provide our services
- Comply with legal obligations
- Resolve disputes
- Prevent fraud
- Enforce our agreements
Some transaction records may be retained for longer periods where required by law.
8. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical, administrative, and organizational measures to protect your information, including:
- Encryption of sensitive data in transit
- Encryption of sensitive data at rest where appropriate
- Secure authentication mechanisms
- Role-based access controls
- Continuous security monitoring
- Audit logging
- Regular security reviews
While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure.
9. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on applicable law, you may have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Correct inaccurate information
- Update your profile
- Request deletion of your information
- Restrict certain processing
- Object to certain processing activities
- Request a copy of your personal information in a portable format
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
Some requests may be limited where Secure by Pay must retain information to comply with legal obligations or prevent fraud.
10. Marketing Communications
We may send you:
- Service notifications
- Transaction confirmations
- Security alerts
- Product updates
- Promotional messages (where permitted)
You may opt out of promotional communications at any time. Service-related notifications cannot be disabled while your account remains active.
11. Children's Privacy
Secure by Pay is not intended for individuals under the age of 18.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that such information has been collected, we will take reasonable steps to delete it.
12. International Data Transfers
Your information may be processed or stored in countries outside your country of residence. Where required by law, Secure by Pay will implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information during international transfers.
13. Third-Party Services
Our Platform may contain links to third-party websites or services.
Secure by Pay is not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party providers. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of those providers before sharing personal information.
14. Fraud Prevention and Monitoring
To protect our users and maintain the integrity of the Platform, Secure by Pay may monitor transactions, account activity, device information, and other relevant data to detect and prevent fraud, unauthorized access, money laundering, and other unlawful activities.
Where appropriate, suspicious activity may be reported to relevant authorities in accordance with applicable laws.
15. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Material changes will be communicated through the Platform or by other appropriate means.
Your continued use of the Platform after such changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
16. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Secure by Pay
Email: privacy@securebypay.com
Website: www.securebypay.com
17. Acknowledgement
By creating an account or using SecurebyPay, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection, use, storage, and disclosure of your information as described herein.
Still have questions?
Our team is here to help. Reach out to us for assistance with your account, transactions, or any questions about SecurebyPay.