Privacy Policy
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At MoneyMite, we are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, share, and protect your data when you use our website, mobile app, or services to send money from Canada to destinations worldwide.
We comply with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and other applicable Canadian federal and provincial privacy laws.
1. Who We Are
MoneyMite (trading name of Fastrems Money Transfer Limited)
Business Address: 44322 YALE RD UNIT 3B #196, CHILLIWACK, British Columbia, Canada, V2R 4H1
Registration Name: Fastrems Money Transfer Limited
Incorporation No.: BC1468310 (British Columbia, incorporated February 28, 2024)
MSB Reg. No.: C100000142 (FINTRAC)
Regulator: FINTRAC (Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada)
Email: it@moneymite.com
We act as the data controller for the personal information we collect through our services.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Identity and Contact Information: Full name, date of birth, nationality, address, phone number, email address, and government-issued ID documents (e.g., passport, national ID).
- Transaction Information: Sender and recipient details (name, bank account, mobile wallet, or cash pickup location), amount, currency, purpose of transfer.
- Payment Information: Bank/card details (processed securely by our payment partners; we do not store full card numbers).
- Verification & Compliance Data: KYC/AML documents, selfies, proof of address, source of funds information (required by FINTRAC and Canadian anti–money laundering laws).
- Technical & Usage Data: IP address, device type, browser information, app usage, cookies, location data (if enabled), and interaction logs.
- Communication Data: Messages, support tickets, call recordings (if you contact us).
3. How We Collect Your Information
We collect data when you:
- Create an account or verify your identity
- Initiate a money transfer
- Use our website or mobile app
- Contact our support team
- Subscribe to updates or rate alerts
We may also receive information from third parties (e.g., payment processors, identity verification providers) to comply with legal obligations.
4. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal data to:
- Provide and improve our money transfer services
- Verify your identity and prevent fraud, money laundering, and terrorist financing (KYC/AML compliance)
- Process transactions and deliver funds to recipients
- Communicate with you about your transfers, support queries, and service updates
- Comply with FINTRAC, PIPEDA, and other Canadian regulatory requirements
- Analyze usage to enhance our website and app
- Send important security or service notifications (not marketing unless you opt in)
5. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your data based on:
- Contractual necessity: to provide the money transfer service you request
- Legal obligation: to comply with anti-money laundering, counter-terrorism financing, and tax reporting laws
- Legitimate interests: to prevent fraud, improve services, and ensure security (balanced against your rights)
- Consent: for optional marketing communications (you can withdraw consent anytime)
6. Sharing Your Information
We may share your data with:
- Payment processors and banking partners (to execute transfers)
- Identity verification and fraud prevention providers
- Regulatory authorities (e.g. FINTRAC, law enforcement) when required by law
- Our professional advisors (e.g., lawyers, accountants) under confidentiality
- Service providers (hosting, analytics, support tools) under strict data protection agreements
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
7. International Transfers
As we provide services worldwide, your data may be transferred outside Canada. When this happens, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place (e.g., standard contractual clauses or adequacy decisions) to protect your information.
8. Data Security
We use industry-standard measures to protect your data, including encryption, access controls, firewalls, and regular security assessments. However, no system is 100% secure – we cannot guarantee absolute security.
9. Data Retention
We keep your information only as long as necessary:
- Transaction records: at least 5–7 years (as required by FINTRAC/AML laws)
- Account data: while your account is active + a reasonable period after closure
- Marketing data: until you unsubscribe
10. Your Rights
Under PIPEDA and applicable Canadian law, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate information
- Request deletion (subject to legal retention obligations)
- Restrict or object to processing
- Data portability
- Withdraw consent (where applicable)
To exercise these rights, email us at it@moneymite.com. We will respond within one month (extendable if complex).
11. Cookies & Tracking
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies for functionality, analytics, and performance. You can manage preferences via our cookie banner.
12. Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed at children under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from minors.
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted here with an updated "Last Updated" date. Significant changes will be notified via email or in-app notice.
14. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, contact:
- it@moneymite.com
- +1 (604) 555-0123
- MoneyMite (Fastrems Money Transfer Limited), 44322 YALE RD UNIT 3B #196, CHILLIWACK, British Columbia, Canada, V2R 4H1
You have the right to complain to the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC) if you believe we have not handled your data correctly:
- Website: priv.gc.ca
Thank you for trusting MoneyMite with your transfers.