Privacy Notice

Last updated: January 2024

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly, such as your name, email address, phone number, and payment details when you register, create a campaign, or make a donation.

We also automatically collect certain information about your device, including your IP address, browser type, and usage patterns when you interact with our platform.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Process donations and withdrawals
• Verify your identity (KYC) for campaign organizers
• Send transaction confirmations and campaign updates
• Prevent fraud and ensure platform security
• Improve our platform and user experience

3. Sharing Your Information

We share your information with:

• Campaign organisers when you donate (unless you choose anonymous)
• Payment processors (Pesapal) to complete transactions
• Identity verification providers for KYC checks
• Law enforcement when legally required

4. Anonymous Donations

If you choose to donate anonymously, your name will not be displayed publicly. However, the campaign organiser and YouFundMe staff may still receive information about you for fraud prevention purposes.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active. Verification documents are purged 30 days after approval. Transaction records are retained for 7 years as required by Ugandan law.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data. Contact us at privacy@youfundme.org to exercise these rights. We will respond within 30 days.

7. Cookies

We use essential cookies to keep you logged in and remember your preferences. We do not use advertising or tracking cookies. You can manage cookie settings in your browser.

8. Security

We use industry-standard security measures including HTTPS encryption and AES-256 data encryption at rest. Our payment processor is PCI-DSS compliant.

9. Changes to This Notice

We may update this Privacy Notice from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes via email or platform notification. Continued use of YouFundMe after changes constitutes acceptance.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Notice, contact our Data Protection Officer at privacy@youfundme.org.