NDPR Certified: The New Level of Trust at SquareMe
Some milestones occur quietly but have a significant impact on your everyday experience. Squareme’s recent achievement falls into that category.
On August 8, 2025, Squareme officially earned the NDPR Compliance Certificate, a certification granted by Nigeria’s Data Protection Commission. In plain terms, it means that regulators have reviewed our handling of your data and given their approval. What this means is that you can use Squareme, knowing your information is protected under some of the strongest privacy standards in Africa.
Most companies talk about being “secure” or “privacy-focused”, but very few have the papers to back it up. This certification is Squareme’s way of showing users that your trust is not something we take lightly. It represents months of review, documentation, testing, and verification. And even though all the technical work happened behind the scenes, the real benefit belongs to you, because you’re the one whose daily transactions, digital identity, and payment information get safeguarded.
Why This Should Matter to You
Every app you use knows something about you: your name, your phone number, your transactions, your device information, and, in many cases, much more. But not every app treats that information with respect. By earning this certification, Squareme is making a clear statement: your data is not an afterthought. It’s protected with strict standards that regulate what we can collect, what we can’t touch, what we can store, and what is completely off-limits unless you explicitly allow it.
It also means that whenever you use Squareme for a transaction, the data generated for and from such actions is processed using systems that meet legal and safety requirements. No guesswork.
What Exactly Was Reviewed During the Audit?
During the NDPR audit, regulators carefully examined several key areas of Squareme’s operations. They looked at data collection, ensuring that the way we gather information from users is respectful, transparent, and fully consent-based. Data storage and security were reviewed to confirm that your information is protected with encryption, monitored systems, and controlled access. The audit also assessed data sharing, verifying that your information is only shared with third parties when you explicitly permit it. User rights were evaluated, confirming that you have clear, easy-to-use options to access, understand, or request deletion of your data. Finally, internal processes were reviewed, including staff training, documentation, and operational controls, to ensure they are updated, consistent, and compliant with best practices.
What This Means for You Going Forward
You don’t need to take any action to benefit from this certification, but here are a few things you can explore if you want more control:
- Review your data settings: It’s a good habit to occasionally check the personal information linked to your Squareme account.
- Request visibility whenever you need it: transparency is now a right, not a privilege.
- Read updated privacy notices/terms: They will be written in more user-friendly language over time.
- Use the app with confidence: The whole point of this process is to give you peace of mind every time you make a transaction.
Final Thoughts
The NDPA Checkmark is more than just a badge. It’s a promise, a promise that your data is handled with care, protected with intention, and treated with the seriousness it deserves. Every time you open Squareme, make a payment, send money, or subscribe to a service, you’re interacting with a platform that has been independently verified to keep you safe. Thank you for trusting Squareme. We’ll continue earning that trust every step of the way.
