Swiit Data Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
Welcome to Swiit, a global fintech service provided by the Sweet Intelligence
group of companies. We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal
data.This Data Privacy Policy ("Policy") explains how
Swiit ("we," "us," or
"our") collects, uses, discloses, and transfers personal data in connection
with our services and mobile applications (the "Services"). It also outlines
how we comply with various data protection laws, including the EU
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the Singapore
Personal Data Protection Act 2012 (PDPA), U.S. laws like the
Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA) and Bank Secrecy Act (BSA),
and other applicable regulations. We have structured this Policy to be clear and
user-friendly, with sections addressing who we are, what data we collect, why and how we use
it, how we share and transfer it across borders, your rights regarding your data, how long we
retain data, and how we secure it.
By using Swiit's Services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Policy. We
may update this Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal
requirements. If we make material changes, we will notify you by appropriate means (e.g. via
our app or website). The current version of this Policy is always available through our
app/website, and your continued use of the Services after an update indicates your acceptance
of the revised Policy.
2. Who We Are
Swiit is a financial technology service application offered through a group of affiliated
legal entities. These entities work together to provide the Swiit apps, website and related
services, and each plays a specific role in handling your data. In this Policy, when we refer
to "Swiit," we mean all entities collectively. Below is who we are and what each entity does:
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Sweet Intelligence Inc. (USA) – Referred to as "SII", this
is our U.S. entity incorporated in Colorado. SII is a licensed money services business (MSB)
and serves as the primary regulated compliance entity. SII is the main contracting party for
our banking partner (Zenus Bank) and is responsible for ensuring compliance with U.S.
financial laws (including the Bank Secrecy Act and FinCEN regulations) in relation to your
account. SII oversees anti-money laundering (AML) compliance and is the party that holds the
MSB license in Colorado.
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Sweet Intelligence Pte. Ltd. (Singapore) – Referred to as
"SIPTE", this entity operates our mobile application and platform. When you
sign up and use the SweetBanks app or website, SIPTE is the operator handling the day-to-day
collection of your information through the app. SIPTE also manages our identity verification
process in partnership with third-party vendors. SIPTE ensures that our operations comply
with Singapore's laws (such as the Personal Data Protection Act, PDPA) and any other
operational regulations.
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Sweet Intelligence Limited (Hong Kong) – Referred to as
"SIL", this entity is based in Hong Kong. Integrates anti-money laundering
(AML) and sanctions screening services. SIL facilitates our compliance processes by routing
relevant personal data to third-party screening tools and databases. For example, SIL helps
perform sanctions, fraud, and AML checks (via service providers) to ensure users are not
barred or high-risk individuals.
Unified Privacy Commitment: For purposes of this Privacy Policy,
"Swiit" refers collectively to SII, SIPTE, and SIL. All these entities work
together to provide you with a seamless service. We have internal agreements and controls in
place to ensure that regardless of which entity is handling your information, your data is
protected consistently and lawfully. We present a unified approach under the Swiit brand,
while each entity carries out its respective responsibilities in compliance with local
regulations. (In practice, one entity may delegate certain data processing tasks to another
under inter-company agreements, but your rights and protections remain the same.) This unified
policy applies to all personal data collected by any Swiit entity in connection with our
services.
3. Categories of Personal Data Collected
We collect various categories of Personal Data in order to provide and improve our Services,
to comply with legal requirements, and for other purposes described in this Policy. In this
Policy,
"Personal Data" (or "personal information") means any information relating to
an identified or identifiable individual, as defined under relevant privacy laws. Other
capitalized terms may be defined within this Policy or under applicable law. This Policy
covers all such Personal Data, whether collected from you directly, generated through your use
of our Services, or obtained from third-party sources. The types of Personal Data we may
collect include, but are not limited to, the following:
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Identity Data:
Information that identifies you, such as your full name, date of birth, nationality, and
government-issued identification details (e.g. ID or passport number, issuance and expiry
dates). This also includes images of your identity documents (like a photo or scan of your
passport or ID card) and any personal details shown on those documents. We may also collect
additional biographical details like gender or occupation as required for KYC compliance.
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Selfie and Biometric Data:
A photograph or live "selfie" image of your face for identity verification purposes. We use
facial likeness (and in some cases may use facial recognition technology) to confirm that
you are the same person as in your photo ID. Note: We only use biometric
data for fraud prevention and identity verification in compliance with applicable laws, and
in some jurisdictions we will obtain your explicit consent for this (e.g. if required by
biometric data laws).
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Contact Data:
Your contact information, such as your residential address, email address, phone number, and
mailing address. This allows us to communicate with you and is also needed for verification
(for example, proof of address documentation).
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Address and KYC Documents: Documents you provide to verify your address or
other aspects of your identity. This can include utility bills, bank statements, or other
official documents containing your name and address. We also retain any questionnaires or
forms you fill out as part of Know-Your-Customer (KYC) due diligence (for instance,
information about your source of funds if required).
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Financial and Transaction Data:
Information about the financial transactions you conduct through Swiit or related services.
For example, if our app or partner bank provides you with an account or payment
functionality, we collect details like your bank account number or virtual account ID,
transaction amounts, currency, timestamps, recipient or sender information, and transaction
descriptions or metadata. We also collect details of your linked payment methods or funding
instruments (e.g., if you link an external bank account or card, we may collect that
account/card number and associated account holder name). Note: Actual
banking services are provided by our partner Zenus Bank, and additional
privacy disclosures from Zenus may apply to data they collect directly for account creation
and maintenance.
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Usage and Metadata:
Data generated through your use of the app and our services. This includes logs of your
actions (e.g. login times, features used), preferences you set, and other analytics
information. For instance, we may collect metadata like referral sources, app version,
clickstream data within the app, and cookies or similar tracking technologies if applicable
(for example, if we have a web portal).
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Device and Technical Information
Information about the device and network you use to access Swiit. This can include device
identifiers, device type, operating system version, mobile app version, browser type (if
using a web interface), IP address, and other technical identifiers. We collect this to
secure your account (e.g., for fraud detection, recognizing trusted devices) and to optimize
our services for your technical environment.
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Cookies and Analytics Data:
We and our third-party partners use cookies, pixels, local storage, and similar tracking
technologies on our websites and apps to collect data about your device and online activity.
This data may include cookie identifiers or session IDs, browsing preferences, and pages or
content viewed. We may receive reports based on the use of such technologies by our
analytics providers (for example, aggregated usage statistics or error logs). This
information helps us carry out website analytics, measure the effectiveness of features or
content, personalize your experience, remember your preferences, and enhance security. You
can control certain cookies through your browser settings or via our provided cookie consent
tools (where required by law). Please note that if you disable cookies, some features of our
Services might not function as intended.
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Preferences and Behavioral Data:
Information about your preferences and settings in relation to our Services. For example,
this includes your preferred language, marketing and communication preferences (e.g. whether
you have opted in or out of receiving promotional communications), and settings or
configurations you choose within the app. We may also infer your interests or
characteristics based on your interactions with the Services (such as features you use
frequently) to personalize your experience. Additionally, we collect any feedback, survey
responses, or opinions you voluntarily provide about our Services.
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Self-Reported and Communication Data:
Any other personal data you choose to provide us when interacting with us. For example, if
you contact Swiit Support or our compliance team, we will collect the
information you give in those communications (such as the content of emails, chat messages,
or call recordings if you call customer service). Likewise, if you respond to surveys,
provide feedback, or participate in promotions, we will collect whatever data you provide in
those contexts.
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Third-Party Compliance and Screening Information:
Information obtained from third-party sources for compliance, fraud prevention, or
verification purposes. For instance, we may receive data about you from our
screening partners that perform sanctions, anti-money-laundering (AML) and
politically exposed person (PEP) checks. This can include confirmation of whether you appear
on government watchlists, sanctions lists, or adverse media databases, as well as due
diligence notes (e.g. a risk score or alerts associated with your profile). We collect and
use such information to fulfill our legal obligations and to protect our platform from
illicit use. These third-party checks may reveal sensitive details (for example, public
records of criminal convictions or regulatory actions, if applicable), which we handle in
accordance with law and solely for compliance purposes.
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Information from Linked Accounts and Third-Party Services:
If you choose to link or integrate external accounts or services with Swiit, we will receive
certain information from those third parties. For example, if you link an external bank
account or financial institution to our platform, we may collect personal and financial data
from that institution with your authorization. This can include both public
and non-public information about your account and transactions, such as your account holder
name, account balance, transaction history, account credentials/tokens, and any associated
metadata necessary to facilitate the integration. Similarly, if our Services connect with
third-party payment processors, e-commerce platforms, accounting systems, or other services
you use, we will receive whatever information you allow to be shared from those sources
(which may include invoices, payroll or HR data, or other commercial information related to
your business or personal finances). We use this linked data to provide our Services to you
and will treat all such externally sourced personal data in line with this Policy.
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Other Data Collected by the App:
There may be additional data we collect to comply with specific regulations or to provide
certain features. For instance, we might ask for your occupation or
employment status (as part of regulatory KYC requirements), or your
tax identification number if needed for reporting. We will always inform
you at the time of collection if any additional personal data is required. In general, we
will not collect any highly sensitive personal data about you unless necessary (for example,
we do not collect information about your race, religion, or health, as
these are not required for our services). If any sensitive data is collected (such as
biometric data for identity verification), it will be done with your consent and handled
with enhanced security.
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Data of Others:
In some cases, you might provide us personal data about others – for example, if you refer a
friend or if a joint account feature is offered. If you do so, you must ensure you have the
other person’s permission. We will treat such data in line with this Policy.
We collect most of this information directly from you (e.g., through our app’s onboarding
process, forms you fill, or documents you upload). In addition, we may also obtain some data
from external sources
with your knowledge: for instance, we might receive identity verification
results or risk scores from third-party services (such as sanctions screening databases) or
receive updated address information from reliable data providers to keep our records
accurate. We ensure that any third-party data sources are lawfully used and that we have a
right to use that data (for example, under an anti-fraud legitimate interest or with your
consent, as required by law).
We will indicate to you when Personal Data is requested whether the provision of the data is
optional or required. Some of the above categories (particularly Identification Data,
Contact Information, and certain Financial Information) are necessary for us to provide our
core Services (for example, we generally
cannot provide financial services or open an account for you without verifying your
identity or collecting required details)
. If you choose not to provide required information, we may not be able to offer you some or
all of the Services. Where we collect sensitive Personal Data (such as biometric identifiers
or data revealing criminal offences from compliance checks), we will do so in accordance
with applicable law and, where required, with your prior consent.
4. Purposes of Processing Personal Data
We collect and process Personal Data for a variety of purposes in connection with operating
the Swiit Services and our business. Below we describe the key purposes for which we use your
Personal Data, as well as the legal bases that make such processing lawful under applicable
regulations (for example, GDPR, PDPA, and relevant U.S. laws or other relevant statutes).
Depending on the context, more than one legal basis may apply to the same piece of Personal
Data.
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Providing and Maintaining Our Services:
We use your Personal Data to set up your account, authenticate your identity, and provide
you with the features and functionalities of the Swiit app and related services. This
includes using Identification and Contact Data to register your user account, enabling you
to log in securely, and facilitating any transactions or operations you request. For
example, we will use your provided information to help you open and manage a linked bank
account through Zenus Bank, to process payments or transfers you initiate, and to display
your account information and transaction history within the app. This processing is
necessary for performance of our contract with you (i.e. the User Agreement or Terms of
Service governing the app). In some cases, it is also in our legitimate interests to ensure
the proper functioning of our platform and to serve you as a customer. Additionally, certain
uses of your data for this purpose (such as verifying identity to open an account) are done
to comply with legal obligations in financial regulations.
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Communication and Customer Support:
We use contact information (like your email and phone number) to communicate with you about
your account and the Services. This includes sending administrative or service messages such
as account confirmations, transaction alerts, security notifications (e.g. OTP codes or
fraud warnings), and updates about changes to our terms or this Policy. We also use your
name and contact details, along with any relevant account info, to respond when you reach
out with questions, requests, or support issues. If we record customer service calls or save
chat transcripts (where permitted by law), we do so to train our staff and to ensure we
accurately resolve your issues. Communicating and assisting you is part of our contractual
obligations to provide the Service and is also within our legitimate interests to maintain
good customer relations and service quality.
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Identity Verification and Fraud Prevention:
Personal Data (especially Identification Data and Biometric Identifiers) is used to verify
your identity and protect against fraud, money laundering, or other unauthorized activity.
For instance, we utilize your government ID information and biometric facial data to confirm
that you are who you claim to be when signing up (this may involve automated matching of
your selfie to your ID photo via a secure third-party verification service). We also use
Compliance and Screening Information, as well as data from your device and usage patterns,
to detect and prevent suspicious or prohibited activities on our platform. This includes
running sanction/PEP checks, checking for inconsistencies or risk indicators in your
transactions, and using automated systems to flag potential fraud or security issues (such
as multiple failed login attempts or logins from a new location/device). Much of this
processing is required for us to comply with legal obligations – for
example, anti-money laundering (AML), countering the financing of terrorism (CFT), "know
your customer" regulations, and sanctions laws mandate that we authenticate identities and
screen users against certain databases. In addition, protecting our Service from fraud and
abuse is in our legitimate interests (as well as in the interest of all our
users), and in some cases, we are processing this data
in the public interest of preventing crime. Where biometric data is used,
we rely on your consent (collected in-app at the time of verification, as
required by laws governing biometric privacy or sensitive data).
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Providing Financial Services (with Partner Institutions):
We share relevant Personal Data with our downstream financial partner (Zenus Bank) and use
it internally to facilitate the financial products you access through Swiit. For example, to
help you open a bank account or utilize banking services, we use your Identification,
Contact, and Financial Information to fill in account application forms, conduct required
screenings, and then securely transmit that information to
Zenus Bank which will finalize the account onboarding and regulatory
checks. We also assist Zenus in ongoing account maintenance by relaying any updated
information you provide. As another example, if you initiate a funds transfer or payment
through the app, we will use and share necessary details (such as your account number, the
recipient's details, and payment amount) with payment networks or service providers to
execute the transaction. These activities are a core part of our
contractual service to you (enabling you to use the requested financial
service), and they are also performed to comply with legal requirements
in the banking/financial industry (since both we and our partners must follow regulations
related to payments, KYC, record-keeping, etc.).
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Improving and Developing Our Services:
We analyze usage data, device information, and feedback to understand how our Services are
performing and where improvements are needed. For instance, we may use analytics data (from
cookies and app logs) to identify usability issues in the app interface, to diagnose crashes
or bugs, and to assess which features are most popular or useful to users. We may also
aggregate and anonymize Personal Data to generate insights that help us develop new features
or products (for example, analyzing general user trends or financial product usage without
identifying any individual user). It is in our legitimate interests to
continually improve our offerings, enhance user experience, and innovate our financial
technology solutions. When required by law (for example, if analytics cookies require
consent), we will obtain your consent before collecting data for these
purposes. We ensure that any analytics or research use of data is done in a
privacy-protective manner (using de-identified data wherever feasible).
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Marketing and Personalization:
With your permission, we may use certain Personal Data to send you promotional
communications about new products, features, or special offers from Swiit that might
interest you. This may include using your email address to send newsletters or referral
program invitations, or using your usage patterns to tailor the marketing content you see
(for example, showing you features in the app that you haven't tried yet but may find
useful). We may also utilize cookies or third-party advertising partners to present you with
relevant ads on our or others' websites about Swiit services. We rely on
consent for sending marketing emails or texts where required by law (and
you can withdraw that consent at any time). In other contexts, marketing to our existing
users about similar services may be considered within our
legitimate interests, but we will always honor opt-out requests. We do not
sell your Personal Data to third-party advertisers, and any targeted
advertising uses cookies or similar identifiers without sharing your identifiable
information externally. Where law requires an opt-in (for example, for third-party ad
cookies), we will obtain it first.
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Legal Compliance and Risk Management:
We process Personal Data as needed to comply with our legal and regulatory obligations, and
to manage legal or regulatory risks. This includes using and retaining records of your
identity and transactions to meet financial regulatory requirements (such as record-keeping
rules, responding to lawful requests from government authorities, filing mandatory reports
like suspicious activity reports, or satisfying audits by regulators). We may also process
data to enforce our terms of service or other agreements, to investigate or take action
against fraudulent or illegal activities (e.g. account takeovers or money laundering
attempts), and to resolve disputes or defend our legal rights. If necessary, we will use
Personal Data to cooperate with law enforcement, courts, or regulators in accordance with
applicable law (for example, providing information in response to a valid subpoena). These
activities are primarily driven by legal obligations to which we are
subject. In situations where no specific legal obligation applies, we may rely on our
legitimate interests in protecting our rights, preventing harm, and
ensuring regulatory compliance across our operations.
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Other Purposes (with Notice to You):
If we intend to use your Personal Data for any purpose that is materially different from the
purposes listed in this Policy, we will provide you with additional notice and, if required,
request your consent. We will not use your Personal Data for any wholly new, unrelated
purposes without informing you and obtaining a lawful basis to do so.
Lawful Bases Summary:
Depending on your jurisdiction, the concept of "lawful basis" for processing may or may not
apply in the same way. We have outlined above the common bases such as Consent,
Contractual necessity, Legal Obligation, Legitimate Interests
, and Public Interest. In all cases, we ensure that we have a permissible
ground under relevant law to handle your Personal Data. If at any time you have questions
about the legal basis for a particular processing activity, you may contact us for more
information (see the "Contact Us" section below).
5. Disclosure of Personal Data to Third Parties
We treat your personal data with care and confidentiality. We will
never sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, in
order to run the Swiit service and comply with our legal and contractual obligations, we do
need to share your data with certain trusted parties. We disclose personal
data only to the extent necessary and with safeguards in place. The key categories of parties
with whom we share data are:
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Affiliate and Subsidiary Companies:
If Swiit is part of a corporate group or has affiliates/subsidiaries, we may share Personal
Data within our controlled group of companies. This would be done for internal
administrative purposes, to support provisioning of the Services, or for centralized
functions such as data storage, IT support, or analytics. All Swiit group entities receiving
your data will comply with this Policy and are bound by appropriate confidentiality and data
protection obligations.
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Service Providers and Vendors:
We employ third-party companies and individuals to perform functions on our behalf that
involve processing personal data. These
service providers act under our instructions and include, for example:
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Cloud Infrastructure and Storage Providers:
We host our platforms and store data on secure cloud servers provided by reputable
third-party infrastructure companies. Your Personal Data may thus be stored and processed
on systems maintained by these providers (for example, in data centers located in the
United States or other regions). Our cloud providers are contractually obligated to
protect your information with robust security measures and to process it only for our
purposes.
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Identity Verification Services:
We use external biometric verification providers and document validation services to help
confirm your identity during onboarding. This means your identification documents and
facial biometric data may be securely transmitted to such a provider for analysis and
verification. The provider returns an identity confirmation or fraud detection result to
us. These partners are given only the data necessary for the verification process and are
prohibited from using it for any other purpose.
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Compliance and Screening Partners:
As part of our legal compliance, we share your details (like name, date of birth, and
other identifiers) with third-party compliance databases or screening services that check
against sanction lists, PEP lists, criminal records, or other watchlists. The information
exchanged is used to obtain risk and compliance results (e.g., confirming you are not on a
prohibited list). Our screening partners process your data solely to provide us with
compliance reports and are bound by confidentiality.
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Payment and Transaction Processors:
If we facilitate payments, transfers, or card transactions, we will share necessary
information with banks, payment networks, card issuers, and payment processing companies
to complete those transactions. For example, if you transfer funds, we send the receiving
bank your name, account number, and transfer amount. These third parties are typically
directly regulated (e.g., banks) or are service providers under contract with us.
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Analytics and Technical Tools:
We may share certain online identifiers or device data with analytics platforms or error
tracking services to help us debug and improve our app. For instance, we might use a
service that collects crash reports or usage metrics. These providers may set their own
cookies or similar technologies on our site (with your consent where applicable) to
collect information on our behalf. Data shared is usually pseudonymized or aggregated. We
ensure no personally identifying details are sold or shared for independent use by these
vendors.
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Communications Providers:
To send you SMS messages, emails, or app notifications (for login verification, alerts, or
support communications), we use third-party communication platforms. We share your contact
details and the content of the message as needed to utilize their service. These providers
are authorized to use your info only to send out our communications to you.
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Other Business Support Vendors:
We may also use vendors for services such as cloud backups, cybersecurity monitoring,
marketing email distribution, document management, or customer relationship management. In
all cases, these vendors will have access to Personal Data
only as needed to perform their functions for us, and they are bound by
data protection agreements.
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Banking and Financial Partners:
As noted, we partner with Zenus Bank (and potentially other financial
institutions) to offer certain financial services through our platform. We will share your
Personal Data with Zenus Bank to the extent necessary for them to provide you with banking
products (for example, to create and service your bank account, perform compliance checks,
monitor transactions for fraud, etc.). Zenus Bank, as an independent regulated financial
institution, will process your data in accordance with its own privacy obligations and the
law. We have agreements in place with Zenus to ensure appropriate protection of your data
and to restrict its use to the intended purposes. Similarly, if we collaborate with other
financial partners or fintech firms (for instance, to offer co-branded services or
facilitate cross-border payments), we will share data with them under strict requirements of
confidentiality and only as needed for the joint service.
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Third-Party Integrations at Your Request:
If you choose to integrate or share data from your Swiit account with third-party services,
we will transfer information as directed by you. For example, if you use a feature to export
data to an accounting software or if you initiate a connection to another financial app, we
will send the relevant information to that third party with your consent. Likewise, if you
participate in a referral program that involves sending some of your information (like your
referral code or name) to a person you refer, we will do so at your direction. Any data you
explicitly instruct us to share with a third party falls under this category. Please note
that once data is transferred at your request, the third party's handling of your data will
be governed by their own privacy policy.
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Business Transfers:
In the event that Swiit undergoes a business transaction such as a merger, acquisition by
another company, reorganization, or sale of all or part of its assets, Personal Data may be
transferred to the successor or acquiring entity as part of the transaction. We will ensure
that any such entity is bound to respect your Personal Data in a manner consistent with this
Policy. If a transfer would result in a materially different use of your Personal Data not
covered by this Policy, you will be notified and, if required by law, given an opportunity
to consent or opt-out.
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Legal and Regulatory Disclosures:
We may disclose Personal Data to third parties when required or permitted by law, such as:
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Government Authorities and Law Enforcement:
If we receive a legally binding request (such as a subpoena, court order, or law
enforcement demand) for disclosure of data, or if we are required to report certain
activities (like suspicious transactions) to regulators, we will comply to the extent the
law compels or allows us. We will only provide the information specifically required and
will object to overly broad requests when appropriate. In some cases, law enforcement or
regulators may request information without informing you, due to legal restrictions.
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Exercise of Legal Rights:
We may share data as needed to establish, exercise, or defend against legal claims. For
example, if we are involved in litigation or a regulatory investigation, relevant data may
be disclosed to our attorneys, advisors, courts, or opposing parties under legal
processes.
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Protection of Rights and Safety:
If we believe disclosure is necessary or appropriate to prevent physical harm or financial
loss, or in connection with an investigation of suspected or actual illegal activity, we
may share Personal Data with the appropriate authorities or organizations. This can
include exchanging information with other companies and organizations for fraud protection
and credit risk reduction, in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
In all cases of third-party disclosure, we strive to share
only the minimum necessary information to fulfill the purpose. We also ensure
that any third party handling Personal Data on our behalf (i.e., our processors) are
contractually obligated to implement adequate privacy and security measures to safeguard your
data. Aside from the scenarios above, we will not disclose your Personal Data to any
unauthorized third party without your consent.
6. Data Subject Rights and Choices
You have certain rights and choices regarding your Personal Data under applicable privacy
laws. Swiit is committed to respecting and facilitating your rights. The availability of
specific rights may vary depending on your jurisdiction. In general, subject to legal
conditions and exceptions, you have the following rights:
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Right to Access:
You have the right to request a copy of the personal data we hold about you and to obtain
information about how it is processed. This is sometimes called a "Data Subject Access
Request." Upon verification of your identity, we will provide you with a summary of your
personal data in our systems, typically within 30 days or the timeframe required by law.
This will include the categories of data, purposes of processing, and any parties with whom
it's shared. (Note: For security, we will not provide data that contains sensitive
information about others or proprietary business information, but we will provide as much of
your data as possible.) There is no fee for the first request, but a reasonable fee may be
charged for repetitive or excessive requests as permitted by law.
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Right to Correction (Rectification):
If any of your Personal Data that we maintain is inaccurate or incomplete, you have the
right to request that we correct or update it. This ensures that we are using accurate
information about you. For example, if you change your phone number or notice an error in
your profile data, you can ask us to rectify it. Where feasible, we will also inform any
third parties who received the incorrect data so they can update their records. In some
cases, you can directly make edits to certain profile fields via our app; otherwise, you can
contact us to make the correction.
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Right to Deletion:
You have the right to request that we delete your Personal Data that we have collected from
you. If you request deletion, we will erase or anonymize your Personal Data from our
records, and instruct our service providers to do the same, to the extent required by law.
Important: This right is not absolute – we may retain personal information if an exception
applies. For instance, we may keep certain data to comply with legal obligations (such as
record-keeping regulations for financial transactions or KYC information that must be
retained for a minimum period), to resolve disputes, or to exercise or defend legal claims.
If we must retain some data for these reasons, we will inform you of that in response to
your request.
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Right to Withdraw Consent:
In situations where we rely on your consent to process your Personal Data (such as for
marketing emails or processing sensitive biometric data), you have the right to withdraw
that consent at any time. Withdrawal of consent will not affect the lawfulness of any
processing done prior to such withdrawal, but it will stop the relevant processing going
forward. For example, you can opt out of marketing communications by clicking the
"unsubscribe" link in our emails or adjusting your app settings – once opted out, we will
stop sending you promotional messages. For biometric data, if you withdraw consent, we will
cease any future collection or use of that data for identity verification, though we may
still need to retain existing biometric records for compliance audits if required by law (we
will securely protect and eventually delete them according to legal retention rules).
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Right to Object or Opt-Out:
You have the right to object to certain types of processing or to opt out of certain data
uses.
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Direct Marketing Opt-Out:
You can always opt out of our direct marketing communications as described above. Once you
do, we will no longer use your contact information for non-essential emails or texts.
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Targeted Advertising and Sale of Data:
Swiit does not sell personal data for monetary consideration. We also do not engage in
targeted advertising using your data in a manner that qualifies as a "sale" or "sharing"
under laws. If in the future we ever considered doing so, we would provide a clear opt-out
mechanism. As of the effective date of this Policy, there is nothing you need to opt out
of in terms of sale or sharing – we simply do not do it. If you have any concerns, you may
contact us to confirm.
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Right to Object to Legitimate Interests Processing:
If you are in a jurisdiction (such as the EU, under GDPR) that provides a right to object
to processing based on legitimate interests, you may object to our processing of your data
for those purposes. Although GDPR may not directly apply to our operations, we will honor
reasonable objections for residents of jurisdictions with similar rights. For example, if
you object to us processing your data for analytics under a legitimate interest basis, we
will review your request, and unless we have a compelling legitimate ground to continue,
we will cease the processing or offer you an opt-out.
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Right to Restrict Processing:
In certain situations (for instance, if you contest the accuracy of your data or have
objected to processing pending verification), you can request that we restrict processing
of your data (meaning we only store it and not actively use it) until the issue is
resolved. This right may be available under GDPR-like regimes. We will accommodate
restriction requests as required.
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Right to Data Portability:
You have the right to obtain a copy of certain Personal Data in a portable and, if
technically feasible, readily usable format that allows you to transmit the data to another
entity. Specifically, for data that you provided to us and that we process by automated
means on the basis of your consent or to perform a contract (e.g. your account information,
transaction history), you can request an electronic copy. Where applicable, we can transmit
this data directly to another service provider at your direction, if it is technically
feasible. This right is intended to give you greater control over your information across
different services.
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Right to Non-Discrimination / No Retaliation:
We will not discriminate against you or refuse to provide our Services to you just because
you exercised any of your privacy rights. For instance, unless permitted by law, we won't
deny you service, charge you a different price, or provide a lesser quality of service as a
consequence of you making a data rights request. (Do note that deletion of certain data may
affect our ability to provide certain features if that data was necessary for them, but we
will inform you if that is the case so you can make an informed decision.)
How to Exercise Your Rights:
Most rights can be exercised by sending us a request at our contact point (see Contact Us
section). To protect your security, we will need to verify your identity (for example, by
confirming ownership of your email or phone, or asking for certain identifying info) before
fulfilling a request. We will respond as soon as possible, generally within 30 days or the
timeframe required by law. If we need more time or cannot comply with a request, we will
explain the reasons. For instance, if you request extensive data under access right, we might
ask for a bit more time; if you request deletion of data we must keep, we will explain the
legal obligation. We do not discriminate against users for exercising their privacy rights –
the services and pricing you receive will remain the same.
Keep in mind that some of your information might be controlled by you directly – for example,
you may delete or modify content you posted within the app, or change your settings – without
needing to contact us. We encourage you to make use of those options as well.
7. International Transfers of Personal Data
Swiit is a global service and, as such, your Personal Data may be transferred to and stored in
multiple countries. We understand that cross-border data transfers must be done in compliance
with applicable data export and privacy regulations. This section outlines how we handle
international transfers and the safeguards we implement to protect your Personal Data when it
moves outside of its country of origin.
Global Operations & Data Locations:
The personal data we collect from you may be processed outside of your home jurisdiction,
including in countries that may not provide the same level of data protection as the laws in
your country. In particular, Swiit's primary operations (including servers and support
infrastructure) may be located in the United States and other locations. For example, if you
are in Singapore or another country, your data will likely be transferred to our cloud servers
in the U.S. (or other regions where our service providers maintain facilities) for processing.
Additionally, as part of providing financial services, your data will be shared with Zenus
Bank in the United States. This means Personal Data initially collected in your country will
cross international borders in order to be used and stored by Zenus and by our systems.
Equivalent Protection:
Regardless of where we process data, we apply consistent privacy safeguards. If Personal Data
is transferred to a country with data protection standards different from those in your
jurisdiction, we will take appropriate measures to ensure an equivalent level of protection
for that data. For instance, we treat all Personal Data in line with the principles of this
Policy and applicable law, no matter where it resides. Our employees and contractors across
all locations are trained on confidentiality and data protection requirements.
Safeguards for EU/UK Personal Data:
If we ever collect personal data directly from individuals in the European Economic Area
("EEA"), United Kingdom, or other regions with cross-border transfer restrictions, we will
ensure that such data is transferred in compliance with those jurisdictions' requirements.
Typically, this means that if we send EEA or UK personal data to a country not deemed
"adequate" by the European Commission (such as the U.S.), we will rely on approved transfer
mechanisms. The most common mechanism we use is the Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
adopted by the European Commission (and the UK International Data Transfer Addendum, as
needed). These are contractual commitments between data transferors and transferees that
obligate us and the recipient to protect the personal data to EU GDPR standards. We may also
rely on other safeguards or derogations where appropriate, such as the necessity of transfer
for performance of a contract with you, or obtaining your explicit consent for the transfer,
in each case in accordance with EU/UK law. If you have questions about cross-border data
pertaining to the EU/UK, you can contact us for more information.
Transfers from Singapore:
For personal data collected in Singapore, we will abide by the PDPA's requirements for
overseas transfers. This means that before transferring Singapore data out of Singapore, we
will take reasonable steps to ensure the receiving organization is bound by legally
enforceable obligations (such as contract terms or binding corporate rules) to provide a
standard of protection to the data that is comparable to the protection under the PDPA. In
practice, this often involves incorporating contractual clauses with foreign recipients that
stipulate PDPA-level protections or ensuring the recipient country has an appropriate adequacy
recognition (if applicable). By engaging with our Services, you understand that your data may
be transferred overseas, but we will protect it as described.
Enhanced Regulatory Requirements in Certain Jurisdictions:
We acknowledge that certain jurisdictions have enhanced regulatory requirements regarding
international personal data transfer. In some countries, local laws or regulations may mandate
specific procedures, certifications, or government approvals before personal data can be sent
abroad. For example, some jurisdictions require a form of transfer risk assessment,
registration with authorities, or even obtaining special export permits for personal data.
Swiit is committed to complying with all such local rules requiring heightened export
safeguards. If your personal data is subject to a jurisdiction that imposes additional
controls on cross-border transfers, we will ensure those conditions are met prior to
transferring your data. This could involve conducting and documenting a transfer impact
assessment, implementing additional encryption or de-identification measures for data in
transit, or processing certain data within a restricted environment when legally required to
do so. We will do what is necessary to lawfully transfer data while preserving its privacy and
security.
Your Consent to International Transfer:
By using our Services and providing us with your information, you acknowledge and consent that
your Personal Data may be transferred across international borders, including to countries
outside your country of residence. We will only do so in accordance with this Policy and for
the purposes outlined. If applicable laws require your explicit consent for a particular
cross-border transfer, we will obtain that consent at the appropriate time (for instance,
during account registration or when you initiate a transaction that involves overseas data
processing).
Note on Partner Bank Transfers:
When you instruct us to facilitate an account or transaction with Zenus Bank (or another
financial partner in a different country), that action inherently involves transferring your
data to that jurisdiction to fulfill your request. Such transfers are a necessary part of the
service you have chosen, and we ensure that any partner receiving your data has committed to
protecting it. Zenus Bank, for example, is subject to U.S. federal and state banking privacy
laws which provide safeguards for your information. Additionally, our agreement with Zenus
contractually obligates them to treat your personal data in line with strict confidentiality
and security standards.
In summary, we take the security and legality of international data transfers seriously. We
have implemented measures like contractual safeguards, internal policies, and technical
protections (encryption, access controls, etc.) to secure your data when it travels abroad. If
you have questions about the countries to which your data has been transferred or the
safeguards in place, you may contact us as described in the Contact section. We will do our
best to provide you with additional information, taking into account both transparency and our
own security obligations.
8. Data Security and Retention
Data Security
Swiit employs a comprehensive information security program to safeguard your Personal Data
against loss, misuse, unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. We
implement industry-standard technical and organizational measures appropriate to the
sensitivity of the data. These measures include, but are not limited to:
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Encryption:
All communications between your app (or browser) and our servers are encrypted using modern
TLS (HTTPS) protocols. This protects your data in transit from eavesdropping or tampering.
Additionally, we encrypt personal data at rest in our databases and storage systems. We use
strong encryption algorithms (such as AES-256) to ensure that if someone were to obtain the
raw storage, they still could not read your data without the decryption keys. Sensitive
fields (like passwords and secret keys) are further hashed or encrypted at the application
level for extra protection.
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Access Controls and Authentication:
Swiit implements strict access control mechanisms to limit who can access personal data. By
principle of least privilege, our employees and contractors are only given the minimum
access necessary for their role. For example, our support team can see your account info to
assist you, but they cannot view sensitive identity documents unless absolutely required and
approved by management. We maintain detailed logs of who accesses what data and regularly
review these logs for any anomalies. Access to production systems requires multi-factor
authentication and is restricted to authorized personnel. Where feasible, data is
pseudonymized so that even internally we minimize use of direct identifiers.
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Network and Application Security:
We protect our systems with multiple layers of security. Our cloud environment is secured by
firewalls that block unauthorized connections. We employ an intrusion detection and
prevention system to monitor for suspicious activities or attacks on our network. Security
patches and updates are applied promptly to our servers and software to address
vulnerabilities. We also use secure coding practices in development: our engineering team
undergoes security training, and all code changes are peer-reviewed and tested. We guard
against common web and mobile app threats (such as SQL injection, XSS, CSRF) through
rigorous QA and automated scanning.
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Vulnerability Management:
We conduct regular vulnerability scans and penetration tests on our infrastructure and
applications. This means we or third-party security experts proactively attempt to find
weaknesses so we can fix them before any bad actors exploit them. We also operate a bug
bounty or responsible disclosure program inviting security researchers to report any flaws
they discover, which we then rapidly address. Our systems are also periodically audited for
security compliance (for instance, by partners or regulators).
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Monitoring and Logging:
Our systems produce logs of various activities (logins, data access, configuration changes,
etc.). We actively monitor these logs for unusual patterns that could indicate a security
incident. For example, if there were multiple failed login attempts on an admin account or
data being accessed in bulk unexpectedly, our security alarms would trigger. We also utilize
automated tools to detect and block malicious traffic (like DDoS attacks or bot abuse).
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Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity:
We maintain regular backups of critical data (with sensitive data encrypted, as noted). Our
backups are stored in geographically separate secure locations to ensure redundancy. We
periodically test restoration procedures so that we can recover data in the event of data
loss or corruption. In case of a significant outage or disaster, we have a business
continuity plan that outlines how to restore operations quickly while protecting data. Our
infrastructure is built with high availability in mind – for instance, using multiple
servers and availability zones to avoid single points of failure.
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Physical Security:
Although we are a cloud-based service (no customer data is stored on paper or in on-premise
servers that you need to worry about), our cloud providers like AWS have robust physical
security at their data centers (24/7 guard patrols, biometric access, CCTV, etc.). On our
side, any physical devices that might contain personal data (like an employee's laptop) are
encrypted and locked down. We do not print sensitive personal data, and any paper records
(if we ever create them) are stored securely and shredded when no longer needed.
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Continuous Improvement:
Security threats evolve, and so do our defenses. We review and update our security measures
regularly in light of new risks and technologies. We may also obtain security certifications
or attestation reports (such as SOC 2, ISO 27001) to demonstrate our commitment to security
– if we do, we can provide those details on request or in our documentation. Internally, our
leadership and board (if applicable) place high importance on cybersecurity, ensuring it
gets appropriate resources and attention.
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Data Breach Response:
Despite all precautions, no system is 100% immune to incidents. Swiit has a detailed
incident response plan to handle any data breaches or security incidents swiftly and
effectively. If we detect a data breach that affects personal data, we will contain and
investigate it immediately. We will also notify affected users and the relevant authorities
without undue delay, and within any legally required timeframes. For example, under GDPR we
would notify the supervisory authority within 72 hours if a breach is likely to result in a
risk to individuals, and we would also inform individuals directly if there's a high risk to
their rights (unless measures like encryption make the risk low). Our notifications would
include information about the breach and guidance on steps you may need to take to protect
yourself. We hope this never occurs, but we are prepared nonetheless.
While we strive to protect your Personal Data, it's important to note that no method of
transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. Therefore, we
cannot guarantee absolute security. You also play a role in keeping your data safe: we urge
you to maintain the confidentiality of your account credentials, use unique and strong
passwords, and notify us immediately if you suspect any unauthorized access to your account.
Data Retention:
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was
collected, or to comply with legal or business requirements. Because Swiit is a financial
service subject to strict regulations, our retention periods may be influenced by laws such as
anti-money laundering regulations, tax laws, and other compliance rules. Below are some key
points about retention:
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General Retention Period:
If you are an active customer, we will keep your personal data for the duration of your
usage of the Swiit services. This allows us to provide the service to you continuously. If
you decide to close your account or if your account becomes inactive, we will initiate the
data deletion process for data that is no longer needed, subject to the specific exceptions
below.
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AML/KYC Data:
Many financial regulations mandate that we retain customer identification and transaction
records for a minimum period even after the end of the customer relationship. For example,
under U.S. BSA and international AML standards, we must keep identifying information and
transaction history for at least 5 years after an account is closed or after a transaction
is conducted. Likewise, the EU's 5th Anti-Money Laundering Directive and Singapore's MAS
Notice on Prevention of Money Laundering set 5-year minimum retention for KYC records.
Therefore, even if you delete the app or close your Swiit account, we will archive your
identity verification details and transaction logs for five (5) years (or longer if required
by local law) from the date of closure. This data will be securely stored and isolated, used
only if needed for compliance (e.g., if requested by regulators or for audit purposes).
After the mandatory period, we will securely erase or anonymize that data.
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Transaction Records:
Apart from legal minimums, we may retain certain financial transaction records for our own
accounting and dispute resolution purposes. For instance, if you made a transaction that
could later be disputed (say a transfer or payment), we might keep those logs for a time in
case of chargebacks, complaints, or reconciliation needs. Typically, this aligns with the
5-year rule, but some specific data (like audit logs) might be kept slightly longer if
necessary to demonstrate compliance or to resolve issues.
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Communications:
If you've corresponded with us (customer support inquiries, emails), we may retain those
communications for a period to ensure we have a history of your service requests and how we
handled them. This can be useful for improving service and for any future queries. These are
generally kept for a shorter period (maybe 1-2 years) unless they contain information
pertinent to compliance (e.g., if you sent documents via support, those might fall under KYC
retention rules).
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Analytics Data:
Aggregated or anonymized analytics data (which no longer identifies you) may be retained
longer for statistical purposes, since it doesn't impact your privacy anymore. If analytics
data is tied to your profile, we either delete it or de-identify it when it's no longer
needed.
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Pending Requests or Disputes:
If you have an unresolved issue with Swiit (for example, an open support ticket, a dispute,
or a legal claim), we will retain the data relevant to that issue until it is resolved, even
if that extends beyond the normal retention period. We do this to ensure we have the
necessary information to address the problem. Similarly, if required by a government order
or litigation hold, we may retain data until we are cleared to delete it.
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Account Deletion:
When you request account deletion (or we terminate your account), we will remove or
anonymize personal data that is not subject to a specific retention requirement. This
typically means your profile information, device tokens, etc., are deleted from our live
systems. However, as explained, certain records will be archived for the required period. We
also maintain backups of our database for disaster recovery – those backups are securely
stored and rotated. It's possible that your data could linger in encrypted backups for a
short time even after deletion from live systems, but our backup retention is time-limited
and old backups are purged, so eventually that data will also be rendered unrecoverable. We
do not use backup data for any active purpose and access to it is highly restricted.
In plain terms, we aim not to keep personal data longer than we absolutely need to. When data
is no longer needed, we dispose of it in a secure manner. "Secure" means that if in physical
form (paper), it's shredded/incinerated, and if electronic, it's permanently erased (or
thoroughly anonymized such that it cannot be linked back to an individual). We also
periodically review the data we hold and delete or anonymize records that are no longer
necessary.
If you have specific questions about how long a certain type of data is retained, or if you
want us to delete something sooner (and believe there's no legal need for us to keep it),
please contact us – we will address requests on a case-by-case basis.
9. Children's Privacy
Our Services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect
personal information from children. Users must be at least 18 years old (or the age of
majority in your jurisdiction) to create an account with Swiit and use our financial services.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child under 18 may have provided
personal data to us, please contact us immediately. We will take steps to promptly delete the
information and terminate the child's account if we discover personal data from a minor. We
also do not knowingly "sell" or "share" the personal information of minors under any
definitions in applicable law.
In jurisdictions where a higher age threshold applies (for example, under 21 for certain
financial activities), we will abide by those requirements. We reserve the right to ask for
proof of age if we suspect a user is underage.
10. Governing Law
This Privacy Policy, and any disputes or claims arising out of or in connection with it
(including non-contractual disputes or claims), are governed by the laws of the State of
Colorado, USA, as the primary jurisdiction of Sweet Intelligence Inc.. By using our services,
you agree that any issues regarding personal data or privacy will be resolved under Colorado
law.
However, if you are located in a jurisdiction with mandatory data protection laws, those laws
(such as GDPR in the EU, PDPA in Singapore, PIPL in China, etc.) will still apply to our
handling of your personal data regardless of Colorado law for other aspects. Governing law in
this context mainly affects interpretation of this Policy and any legal proceedings. We chose
Colorado law for consistency, but we also comply with applicable local privacy laws as
described throughout this Policy.
In the event of a dispute, we hope to resolve it amicably. But if it proceeds to formal
resolution, unless prohibited by law, the courts of Colorado would have jurisdiction. (If you
are an EU resident, you retain the right to seek action in your home country under GDPR;
nothing in this section is meant to limit rights granted under local law.)
11. Contact Us
We welcome any questions, concerns, or requests you may have about this Policy or about how we
handle your Personal Data. Our Compliance Officer (CO) is responsible for overseeing Swiit's
data protection strategy and compliance. You may reach out to our CO as follows:
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By Email:
You can email zoe@swiit.ai for any privacy or data protection inquiries. Please include
"Privacy Inquiry" in the subject line and provide detail on your question or request, along
with your contact information. This email can be used for exercising your data subject
rights (as described in Section 5) or for asking any questions about your Personal Data in
our custody.
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By Mail:
If you prefer to contact us by postal mail, you may send correspondence to:
Attn: Compliance Officer – Sweet Intelligence Inc.
1312 17th St, Unit #2955
Denver, Colorado 80202, USA
We will endeavor to respond to your inquiries promptly – generally within a few business days
for simple queries, and within the applicable statutory timeframe for formal requests. If you
are contacting us to exercise a specific legal right, please clearly state the right you wish
to exercise and the scope of the request (for example, "I am requesting access to my personal
data."). This will help us process your request more efficiently.
Language:
This Policy is provided in English. If we provide translations in other languages, the English
version will control in case of any discrepancies, as this is our official version.
12. Changes to this Policy
We may update this Data Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in law, changes in
our business or Services, or for other operational reasons. When we make changes, we will
revise the "Last Updated" date at the top of the Policy and post the updated Policy through
our app and website. If the changes are significant, we will provide a more prominent notice
(such as an email notification or in-app alert) to inform you of the update.
We encourage you to review this Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are
protecting your Personal Data. Your continued use of the Swiit Services after any changes to
this Policy will be deemed acceptance of those changes, unless applicable law requires
explicit consent. If required by law, we will seek your affirmative consent to material
changes that impact how we handle previously collected Personal Data.
Last Updated: December 18, 2025.
By using Swiit's Services, you agree to this Policy. Thank you for entrusting Swiit with your
personal data – we are committed to keeping that trust through our robust privacy and security
practices. If you have any questions or feedback regarding this Policy, please do not hesitate
to contact us. Your privacy is important to us, and we will do our utmost to address any
concerns you have.