Why do you need my BVN, bank account details and personal information?

Why do you need my BVN, bank account details and personal information?

To comply with KYC/Anti-money laundering laws both in Nigeria and around the world with our partners, we need some of your personal information.

This includes your Name, Address, BVN/Banking Details and records verifying your identity. This is to keep you, the platform and the markets safe and free from bad actors. This information is also required for appropriate oversight by both local and global regulators.

All website traffic is encrypted and protected by using AES bank level encryption. This provides security between your device and our servers ensuring your personal and transaction details are always kept private.

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