Consumer Privacy Policy
TeleGiro, Inc.
Effective Date: July 10, 2025
Our Privacy Commitment
TeleGiro, Inc. ("We," "Us" and "Our") is committed to respecting and protecting the privacy of Our consumers across all our digital financial services, including banking, payments, and remittances.
This privacy policy applies to personal information We collect about consumers when they:
- Use our digital banking and wallet services
- Initiate domestic or international payment transactions
- Access our services through mobile applications or Our website
- Otherwise provide personal information to Us
Privacy Statement
Our consumer privacy policy is summarized in this consumer privacy statement, copies of which are made available to consumers through Our website, mobile applications, and upon request.
What does TeleGiro do with your personal information?
Financial companies choose how they share your personal information. Federal law gives consumers the right to limit some but not all sharing. Federal law also requires Us to tell You how we collect, share and protect your personal information. Please read this notice carefully to understand what we do.
The types of personal information we collect and share
The types of personal information we collect and share depend on the product or service you have with us. This information can include (but is not limited to):
Contact Information:
- Name, address, mobile and home telephone numbers
- Email address
- Emergency contact information
Identification Information:
- Social Security Number
- Driver’s license number, passport number or other government identification number
- Date of birth
- Citizenship and residency status
Financial Information:
- Bank account information (including FBO accounts)
- Debit and credit card information
- Digital wallet account details
- Payment history and preferences
- Income and employment information
Transaction Information:
- Transaction dates, amounts, and types
- Sender and recipient information
- Payment method details
- International remittance details
- ACH and wire transfer information
Digital Services Information:
- Account credentials and authentication data
- Digital wallet usage and preferences
- Banking service selections
- Enhanced wallet features usage
Technical Information:
- Computer and mobile device information
- IP address and geolocation data
- Browser and operating system information
- Mobile device identifiers
- Log file information from website and app usage
- Cookie data and similar technologies
Compliance Information:
- Identity verification documents
- Source of funds information
- Beneficial ownership data
- BSA/AML screening results
- Risk assessment data
All financial companies need to share customers' and consumers' personal information to run their everyday businesses. In the section below, we list the reasons financial companies can share their customers' and consumers' personal information; the reasons TeleGiro chooses to share; and whether you can limit this sharing.
Reasons we can share your personal information
For our everyday business purposes:
Processing and Account Management:
- Process your transactions including remittances, ACH transfers, checks, and wire transfers
- Maintain your digital wallet and banking accounts
- Provide access to FBO accounts through our banking partners
- Validate your identity and creditworthiness
- Enable payment processing through Checkbook Inc.
Service Enhancement:
- Maintain your web-based and mobile application accounts
- Gather information about service access, usage and performance
- Enhance your consumer experience across all our financial services
- Provide customer support in English and Spanish
Legal and Regulatory Compliance:
- Cooperate with criminal or government investigations
- Detect and prevent fraud, money laundering, and other illegal activities
- Respond to court orders, subpoenas, and regulatory inquiries
- Report to regulatory agencies including FinCEN as required under the Bank Secrecy Act
- Comply with state money transmitter laws in Florida, New Jersey, and other jurisdictions
- Meet requirements under the Gramm–Leach–Bliley Act and USA PATRIOT Act
Business Operations:
- Share with our service providers, including:
- Checkbook Inc. (payment processing platform)
- Banking partners (FBO account services)
- Technology service providers
- Compliance and security vendors
- In connection with a merger, acquisition or any form of sale of some or all of business
- As otherwise permitted or required by law
Marketing and Communications:
- Send you information about our products and services
- Provide updates about your account and transactions
- Send service notifications and alerts
Who is providing this notice?
TeleGiro, Inc., a Delaware corporation registered as a Money Services Business with the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) and licensed as a money transmitter in:
- Florida (License Number: FT230000431)
- New Jersey (License Number: 2305779)
How does TeleGiro protect my personal information?
To help protect your personal information from unauthorized access and use, we use security measures that comply with federal law and industry best practices. These measures include:
Administrative Safeguards:
- Employee training and access controls
- Vendor management and oversight
- Regular security assessments
- Incident response procedures
Technical Safeguards:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Multi-factor authentication
- Secure API connections with partners
- Regular security updates and patches
- Intrusion detection and prevention systems
Physical Safeguards:
- Secured data centers
- Access controls to facilities
- Environmental controls
- Secure disposal of records
We implement technical and organizational security measures designed to safeguard and protect your information from unauthorized access and improper use. We regularly review and enhance these measures as new technology becomes available.
In accordance with the FTC Safeguards Rule under the Gramm–Leach–Bliley Act, we maintain a comprehensive information security program that includes administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect customer information. This program is regularly tested and evaluated to ensure the security and confidentiality of customer records and information.
Despite our reasonable efforts, third parties may unlawfully intercept or access your transmissions to us or may wrongly instruct you to disclose information to them by posing as TeleGiro or by misinforming you about our services. Therefore, it is important that you always use good judgment when sending money and when using internet and mobile technologies.
How does TeleGiro collect my personal information?
We collect your personal information, for example, when you:
Account and Service Activities:
- Open a digital wallet or banking account
- Submit information on applications and forms
- Link bank accounts or payment methods
- Set up enhanced wallet features
- Provide beneficiary information for remittances
Transaction Activities:
- Send or receive money domestically or internationally
- Use ACH, check, or wire transfer services
- Make payments through our platform
- Request transaction history or statements
Verification Activities:
- Show a government issued ID
- Complete identity verification processes
- Provide proof of address or income
- Answer security questions
Digital Interactions:
- Use our online sites or mobile apps
- Click on our online advertisements
- Enter promotions or contests
- Contact customer service
Third-Party Sources:
We also collect your personal information from a variety of sources, including:
- Checkbook Inc. (our payment platform partner)
- Banking partners and financial institutions
- Consumer reporting agencies
- Identity verification services
- Government databases
- Public records
- Social media platforms (with your consent)
We may collect, track, and combine information across devices, platforms, and transaction channels to provide you with a seamless experience.
For how long does TeleGiro keep my personal information?
We retain your personal data for the period of time necessary to:
- Satisfy the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy
- Comply with our record retention policies
- Meet legal and regulatory requirements
As a regulated financial institution, we are required to maintain certain records for specific periods:
- Transaction records: Up to 10 years following account closure
- Identity verification records: 5 years after account closure
- Customer communications: 5 years
- Suspicious activity reports: 5 years
- Other records as required by the Bank Secrecy Act, USA PATRIOT Act, and state regulations
Specific retention periods may vary depending on the type of information and applicable legal requirements.
Why can't I limit all sharing?
Federal law gives you the right to limit only:
- Sharing for affiliates' everyday business purposes – information about your creditworthiness
- Affiliates from using your information to market to you
- Sharing for non-affiliates to market to you
State laws and individual companies may give you additional rights to limit sharing. See below for more on your rights under state law.
Other Important Information
Children's Privacy
Our website, mobile applications, and financial services are not directed at persons under the age of 18. TeleGiro does not knowingly collect or maintain information from persons under the age of 18.
External Websites
Our website and applications may contain links to third-party websites, including:
- Banking partner portals
- Checkbook Inc. services
- Government websites
- Social media platforms
TeleGiro is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of websites that are linked to or from our website.
Online Activities
We use various technologies to enhance and secure your experience:
- Session management for secure banking
- Analytics to improve our services
- Security monitoring to prevent fraud
- Performance optimization
We do not honor "do not track" signals from web browsers. Other parties may collect information about your online activities when you use our services.
Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Maintain secure banking sessions
- Remember your preferences
- Process transactions safely
- Comply with regulatory requirements
- Improve our services
For detailed information, please see our separate Cookie Policy available at www.telegiro.com/cookie-policy .
Data Security
We employ multiple layers of security to protect your information:
- Encryption of sensitive data
- Secure data centers with restricted access
- Regular security audits and penetration testing
- Employee background checks and training
- Vendor security assessments
- Incident response procedures
Third-Party Services
We work with carefully selected partners to provide our services:
Checkbook Inc.:
- Provides payment processing platform
- Maintains PCI-DSS compliance
- Subject to their own privacy practices
Banking Partners:
- Provide FBO account services
- Subject to federal banking regulations
- Maintain separate privacy policies
State-Specific Privacy Rights
California Residents
Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), you have rights to:
- Know what personal information we collect, use, and share
- Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)
- Opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
- Non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights
To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@telegiro.com or (323) 546-9392.
New Jersey Residents
New Jersey residents may request information about:
- Categories of personal information collected
- How we use and disclose information
- Your rights regarding your information
Contact: New Jersey Department of Banking and Insurance, Division of Banking
20 West State Street, PO Box 040, Trenton, NJ 08625-0040
Phone: (609) 292-7272
Florida Residents
Florida law requires us to inform you that we do not sell your personal information. For questions about our privacy practices:
Contact: Florida Office of Financial Regulation
200 East Gaines Street, Tallahassee, FL 32399
Phone: (850) 487-9687
Changes
TeleGiro reserves the right to modify this Privacy Statement. When we make material changes, we will:
- Update the effective date
- Notify you through our website or app
- Provide notice via email for significant changes
- Give you the opportunity to opt out of material changes in how we use previously collected information
You can always access the current Privacy Statement at www.telegiro.com/privacy.
Questions
Please contact TeleGiro with any questions regarding this Privacy Policy:
- Phone: (323) 546-9392
- Email: privacy@telegiro.com
- Mail: TeleGiro, Inc., 100 Almeria Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33134
Data Protection Officer: dpo@telegiro.com
Compliance with Regulatory Requirements
As a registered Money Services Business, TeleGiro complies with:
Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and USA PATRIOT Act:
- Customer identification and verification
- Suspicious activity monitoring and reporting
- Currency transaction reporting
- Record keeping requirements
Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA):
- Financial privacy protections
- Safeguards Rule compliance
- Annual privacy notices
State Regulations:
- Florida and New Jersey money transmitter requirements
- State-specific privacy laws
- Data breach notification requirements
FinCEN Requirements:
- MSB registration and reporting
- Anti-money laundering program
- Compliance officer designation
We are committed to maintaining the confidentiality of your personal information while meeting our legal and regulatory obligations. Our comprehensive compliance program includes procedures for verifying customer identity, monitoring transactions, and reporting suspicious activity as required by applicable laws and regulations.
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Florida Money Transmitter License #FT230000431
New Jersey Money Transmitter License #2305779
FinCEN MSB Registration