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Privacy Policy

Last updated: 1 October 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how Starlight Ventures Holdings (BVI) (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, stores, and protects personal data provided by visitors, clients, and prospective clients through our website or during the course of our services. We are committed to complying with all applicable data protection laws, including:

EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
UK GDPR
British Virgin Islands Data Protection Act
Applicable international privacy principles

By using our website or submitting information to us, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal identification

Full name
Contact details (email, phone, address)
Date of birth
Nationality

1.2 Business information

Company name
Registration documents
Shareholding information
Financial statements
Project details

1.3 Compliance & verification

Passport, ID card, driver's licence
Utility bills
Bank statements (with permitted redactions)
AML/KYC documentation

1.4 Website & technical data

IP address
Browser type
Cookies
Analytics data

1.5 Communications

Emails
Messages submitted via forms
Uploaded documents
Voice notes or attachments

2. How We Use Your Information

To process funding applications
To conduct KYC/AML checks and compliance screening
To assess project eligibility
To prepare documentation for underwriting
To respond to enquiries and provide support
For internal administration and record-keeping
To meet legal and regulatory obligations
For fraud prevention and risk assessment
To improve our services and website

We do not sell your personal data to third parties.

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

Consent (when you submit information voluntarily)
Contractual necessity (to prepare applications, agreements, or services you request)
Legitimate interest (business operations, fraud prevention)
Legal obligation (AML/KYC, regulatory compliance)

4. How We Store & Protect Data

Encrypted servers
Secure email infrastructure
Restricted access to authorised personnel
Compliance-approved document storage
Regular security audits
Encrypted backups

Uploaded documents are stored securely in compliance with data protection laws.

5. How Long We Keep Data

KYC/AML documents: 5 years (regulatory requirement)
Project files: 7 years
Enquiries that do not proceed: up to 12 months
Website analytics: up to 26 months

After this period, data is securely deleted.

6. Sharing Your Information

We may share data with:

Underwriters
Insurance partners
Legal advisors
Compliance and AML specialists
Financial institutions
Technical service providers (email, web hosting, CRM)

We ensure all third parties comply with strict confidentiality and data protection requirements. We never share data for marketing purposes.

7. International Transfers

As a BVI international business company we may transfer data to:

United Kingdom
European Union
United States
Other jurisdictions required for underwriting or compliance

All transfers are protected by GDPR-approved safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs), secure transfer mechanisms, and regulated partners.

8. Your Rights (GDPR & UK GDPR)

Access your personal data
Request corrections
Request deletion (where lawful)
Restrict processing
Object to processing
Request data portability
Withdraw consent at any time

Requests can be made by contacting us at contactus@starlightventuresholdings.org.

9. Cookies

Our website may use cookies for analytics, performance, security, and functional features. You can disable cookies through your browser settings.

10. Marketing Communications

We only send marketing emails when you have given consent, or it is permitted under business legitimate interest. You may opt out at any time.

11. Third-Party Tools Used on This Website

Website hosting & email infrastructure
Form, messaging and support widgets
SMTP/IMAP email providers
Analytics tools
Outbound communication tools (where you have opted in)

All tools comply with international data standards.

12. Contact Information

For privacy-related enquiries:
Starlight Ventures Holdings (BVI)
Email: contactus@starlightventuresholdings.org

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. The latest version will always be published on this website.