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Data Privacy Policy

PayRep Microfinance Bank Ltd is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy

Document Version: 1.0 | Effective Date: October 2024 | Next Review: October 2026

Table of Contents
Background & Introduction

PayRep Microfinance Bank Ltd and its affiliate companies are totally committed to protecting and respecting the privacy of our customers and agents. When you sign up and use PayRep services, you accept the terms described within this agreement.

This Privacy Policy is designed to meet our obligations under the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA), a legal framework that sets guidelines for the protection and processing of personal information of individuals within the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

Note: Any modifications to this Privacy Policy will be made on this page and you will receive notification through all our channels of service.

Who We Are & How to Contact Us

PayRep Microfinance Bank Ltd is a Microfinance Bank dedicated to supporting rural SMEs by providing them with access to credit and digitized transaction records. Our platform, PayRep, uses technology to enable credit access, repayments, and collections.

Email Support

contact@payrepmfb.ng

Phone Support

+234 809 102 4666

Your Rights Relating to Personal Data

Access Your Data

Request a copy of personal data we hold about you

Correct Your Data

Have incorrect or incomplete information corrected

Erase Your Data

Request deletion of your personal data

Object to Processing

Object to processing of your personal data

Restrict Processing

Ask us to suspend processing of your data

Data Portability

Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format

Withdraw Consent

Withdraw consent for data processing at any time

How to Exercise Your Rights: Contact us using the details above. We try to respond to all legitimate requests within one month.

Marketing Communication Preferences

You can stop receiving marketing messages or modify your preferences by:

  • Following the opt-out links in any marketing emails
  • Using the notification settings in the PayRep application
  • Contacting us directly using the contact information above
What Personal Data We Collect

1. Customer Information

To use PayRep services, you must provide information including:

  • Full name and contact details
  • Date of birth and gender
  • Bank Verification Number (BVN)
  • ID documentation and photographs

2. Device Information

When you use the PayRep mobile app, we automatically collect:

  • Device identifiers and SIM card information
  • Operating system and browser settings

3. Location & Analytics

With your consent, we collect location data for certain services and use analytics tools like Google Analytics to improve our app performance.

How We Use Your Personal Data

We use your personal data for the following purposes under the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA):

Service Provision

To provide our financial services, process payments, and maintain account security

Legal Compliance

To comply with financial regulations and legal obligations

Legitimate Interest

For research and development, marketing, and protecting our legal rights

Who We Share Your Personal Data With

We may share your personal data with the following third parties:

Service Providers

For website development, hosting, payment processing, and identity verification

Professional Advisers

Lawyers, accountants, bankers, and auditors for consultancy services

Regulatory Authorities

To comply with laws, regulations, and legal obligations

Our Affiliates

To help develop, maintain, and provide our services

How We Protect Your Personal Data

PayRep is entirely committed to protecting the information we collect from you. We maintain appropriate safeguards including:

Administrative

Security policies and procedures

Technical

Firewalls and data encryption

Physical

Secure facilities and access controls

How Long We Store Your Personal Data

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as reasonably needed for the purposes outlined in this policy, unless:

  • You request data removal as described in your rights
  • A longer retention period is required by financial regulations
  • We need the data for legitimate business interests or legal compliance
Your Responsibilities

Important Security Notice

  • • Protect your password and PIN - never share them with anyone
  • • We will never request your PIN or password via email or SMS
  • • If you receive such requests, disregard them and contact us immediately
  • • Change your password immediately if you believe it has been compromised
Changes to This Privacy Policy

PayRep may change this Privacy Policy from time to time at our sole discretion. We will notify you when changes have been made through all our service channels. By continuing to use the mobile application or website after changes, you agree to accept the new policy.

Questions About This Policy?

If you have any questions about our privacy practices or this policy, please don't hesitate to contact us.