Privacy Policy

Effective Date:

May 8, 2025

Last Updated:

May 8, 2025

Harness (“Harness,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is a digital platform designed to mobilize funding and manage renewable energy projects across Africa. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal and project-related information when you access our services.

1. What Information We Collect

We collect information from two main user groups, developers and investors, as well as data from platform use including:

  • Verified Investor Network

  • Milestone-Based Disbursement

  • Built-in Contract & Compliance Tools

A. Developer Information

  • Company and tax registration details

  • Contact and personnel data (e.g., project manager, CEO)

  • Technical and financial records (installed capacity, licenses, EPC services, funding sources)

  • Technical and financial records (installed capacity, licenses, EPC services, funding sources)

B. Investor Information

  • Name, contact, and investment type (e.g., VC, institutional, impact investor)

  • Capital availability, prior investment history, geographic/project preferences

  • Compliance and legal verification documents

C. Platform Data

  • Matching preferences and funding thresholds

  • Performance metrics (e.g., energy output from IoT devices)

  • Project risk and due diligence reports

2. How We Use the Information

We use collected data to:

  • Match developers and investors using AI-based algorithms

  • Facilitate seamless onboarding and verification

  • Monitor project impact and track energy generation metrics

  • Ensure compliance with financial and environmental regulations

  • Refine marketplace analytics and improve platform functionality

3. Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your data. We may share limited information with:

  • Verified investors or project developers you engage with on the platform

  • KYC/AML service providers for compliance purposes

  • Regulatory agencies when required by law

4. Data Security

Harness uses SSL encryption, role-based access, cloud-based firewalls, and secure document storage to protect your information.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access or update your data

  • Request data deletion (where legally permitted)

  • Withdraw consent to data processing

  • File a complaint with a data protection authority

Contact: contact@harnessafrica.com