Privacy Policy

Effective Date:

July 8, 2025

Last Updated:

July 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:

  • 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 the 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