Information We Collect
To provide our services effectively and securely, we collect several types of information when you use Disbux:
Personal Information
- Identity Information: Full name, phone number, email address, and date of birth for account verification
- Financial Information: Bank account details, transaction history, and wallet balance information
- Contact Information: Phone numbers and email addresses for communication and security purposes
Technical Information
- Device Data: Device identifiers, operating system, app version, and IP address
- Usage Data: How you interact with our app, features used, and performance metrics
- Location Data: General location information for fraud prevention (with your consent)
Payment Code Data
- Unique payment codes you generate and their associated metadata
- Recipient information and transaction details
- Code redemption history and patterns
What we don't collect: We do not collect sensitive personal data such as political opinions, religious beliefs, health information, or other data unrelated to our financial services.
How We Use Information
We use the information we collect to provide, maintain, and improve our services:
Service Provision
- Process payment code generation and redemption
- Facilitate money transfers and transactions
- Maintain your account and provide customer support
- Send transaction confirmations and account notifications
Security & Fraud Prevention
- Verify your identity and prevent unauthorized access
- Monitor for suspicious activities and fraud
- Comply with anti-money laundering (AML) regulations
- Protect against security threats and abuse
Service Improvement
- Analyze usage patterns to improve our platform
- Develop new features and services
- Conduct research and analytics
- Personalize your experience within the app
Information Sharing
We only share your information in specific circumstances and with appropriate safeguards:
Service Providers
- Payment processors (MoniePoint/Monnify) for transaction processing
- Cloud service providers for data storage and processing
- Analytics providers for service improvement
- Customer support platforms for assistance
Legal Requirements
- Regulatory authorities when required by law
- Law enforcement agencies for legitimate investigations
- Courts or legal proceedings when compelled
- Financial intelligence units for AML compliance
Your control: We never sell your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes. You can always request to see what information we've shared and with whom.
Your Rights & Controls
You have several rights regarding your personal information:
Access & Portability
- Request a copy of all personal data we hold about you
- Export your transaction history and account data
- Receive your data in a machine-readable format
Correction & Updates
- Update your profile information directly in the app
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Add missing information to your account
Deletion & Restriction
- Request deletion of your account and associated data
- Restrict processing of your information
- Object to certain types of data processing
Note: Some information may need to be retained for legal compliance, even after account deletion. We'll always inform you of any limitations when processing your requests.
Data Security
We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your information:
Technical Safeguards
- End-to-end encryption for sensitive data transmission
- Advanced encryption standards (AES-256) for data storage
- Multi-factor authentication for account access
- Regular security audits and penetration testing
Operational Security
- Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis
- Regular employee security training and background checks
- Incident response procedures for security breaches
- Continuous monitoring for suspicious activities
Infrastructure Security
- Secure cloud infrastructure with industry-leading providers
- Regular backups and disaster recovery procedures
- Network security and firewall protection
- Physical security controls for data centers
Data Retention
We retain your information only as long as necessary for legitimate business purposes:
Active Accounts
- Account information: Retained while your account is active
- Transaction records: Kept for 7 years for regulatory compliance
- Communication logs: Retained for 3 years for support purposes
Closed Accounts
- Personal information: Deleted within 30 days of account closure
- Transaction history: Retained for regulatory requirements (7 years)
- Fraud prevention data: Kept for 5 years for security purposes
Legal requirements: Some data must be retained longer due to Nigerian financial regulations, tax laws, and anti-money laundering requirements.
International Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside Nigeria:
Transfer Safeguards
- Standard contractual clauses for data protection
- Adequacy decisions from relevant authorities
- Certification schemes and codes of conduct
- Regular compliance monitoring and audits
Countries We Work With
- United States (cloud infrastructure providers)
- European Union (analytics and support services)
- Other countries with adequate protection levels
Children's Privacy
Disbux is not intended for use by children under 18 years of age:
- We do not knowingly collect information from children under 18
- If we discover we have collected such information, we will delete it immediately
- Parents can contact us to request deletion of their child's information
- We recommend parental supervision for any financial services
Age verification: We may request age verification during account registration to ensure compliance with this policy.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time:
- We'll notify you of significant changes via email or app notification
- Minor updates will be posted on our website with an updated date
- Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of changes
- You can always access the current version at disbux.com/privacy-policy
Stay informed: We recommend reviewing this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this privacy policy or want to exercise your rights, please contact us:
Get in Touch
We're here to help with any privacy-related questions or concerns.
Email Support
support@disbux.com
Phone Support
+234 902 919 8353
Mailing Address
Lagos, Nigeria
Response Time
Within 48 hours