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Privacy Policy

This policy explains what personal information GoldSpark Mines Ltd collects, how we use it, and the rights you have over it. It applies to our website, our trading operations, and our shipment and logistics services.

Last updated · 2026Applies worldwideGoldBod · Act 1140
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Introduction

Who we are, what this policy covers, and the principles that guide how we handle your information.

GoldSpark Mines Ltd ("we", "our", or "the Company") is a gold mining, refining, and export company incorporated in the Republic of Ghana and headquartered at 15 Tulip Link, East Legon, Accra. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information when you visit our website, submit an inquiry, request a quote, track a shipment, or engage with us in any other way.

We are committed to handling personal data with the same integrity and transparency we apply to every gram of gold we sell. This policy applies to all visitors, prospective clients, existing clients, partners, and applicants who interact with our website or our commercial team.

Our commitment

We collect only the information we need, we retain it only for as long as necessary, and we never sell it. If you have any questions after reading this policy, you can reach us at any time using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

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Information We Collect

What personal information we collect, when we collect it, and the lawful basis for doing so.

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, as well as limited technical information that is automatically recorded when you use our website.

Information you provide directly

  • Contact form: name, email address, phone number, subject, and message body.
  • Quote and trading inquiries: company details, declared quantities, destination country, and settlement preferences.
  • Shipment tracking: tracking identifiers issued at dispatch and, where applicable, recipient contact details.
  • Client account registration: name, email address, telephone number, and password.
  • Careers: name, email address, résumé, and any supporting documents you choose to submit.

Information collected automatically

  • Technical data such as IP address, browser type, device type, and operating system.
  • Usage data such as pages visited, time spent on pages, referring URLs, and interaction events.
  • Cookies and similar technologies that help us remember your preferences and measure site performance.

We do not knowingly collect information from anyone under the age of 18. If you believe a minor has provided personal information to us, please contact us so we can remove it.

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How We Use Your Information

The specific purposes for which we process personal information, and the lawful bases that apply.

We process personal information only for legitimate business purposes and only to the extent necessary to fulfil those purposes. These include:

  • Responding to inquiries submitted through our contact form or by telephone or email.
  • Preparing quotes, proposals, and commercial terms for prospective and existing clients.
  • Processing and delivering gold shipments, including coordinating with courier partners and customs authorities.
  • Verifying identities and complying with our obligations under Ghanaian and international regulations, including anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing requirements.
  • Maintaining accurate commercial records, invoices, and compliance files.
  • Improving the performance, security, and usability of our website.
  • Sending service updates, regulatory notices, and, where you have consented, occasional market commentary.
  • Complying with legal obligations, responding to lawful requests from public authorities, and enforcing our contractual rights.

Lawful bases

We rely on one or more of the following lawful bases: your consent, the performance of a contract with you, compliance with a legal obligation, and our legitimate business interests. Where we rely on consent, you can withdraw it at any time by contacting us.

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Cookies and Tracking

How we use cookies, what types we set, and how you can control them.

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to operate correctly, remember your preferences, and understand how visitors use the site. Cookies are small text files that your browser stores on your device.

Categories of cookies we use

  • Strictly necessary: required for the site to function, including authentication, security, and shipment tracking lookups.
  • Functional: remember your language, theme, and display preferences.
  • Analytical: help us understand which pages are visited most often so we can improve the experience.
  • Marketing: only set where you have consented, and used solely to measure the effectiveness of our own campaigns.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Blocking certain cookies may affect the functionality of the site, particularly authentication and shipment tracking. For more control, you may use our cookie preferences panel where it is available.

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Third Parties and Sharing

Who we share personal information with, why, and the safeguards we apply.

We do not sell personal information. We share it only with trusted partners who help us operate the business, and only under written contractual terms that protect your data.

Categories of recipients

  • Service providers: hosting, cloud storage, email delivery, analytics, and customer support tools.
  • Logistics partners: couriers, vault operators, and customs brokers involved in delivering consignments.
  • Professional advisers: auditors, legal counsel, and compliance consultants bound by confidentiality obligations.
  • Regulators and public authorities: where we are legally required to disclose information, including the Minerals Commission of Ghana and the GoldBod framework established under the Ghana Gold Board Act, 2025 (Act 1140).
  • Insurers: where a shipment requires coverage for the declared value.

Where personal information is transferred outside Ghana, we ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place, including contractual protections and, where relevant, alignment with recognised data protection frameworks.

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Your Rights

The rights you have over your personal information, and how to exercise them.

Depending on your location, you may have a number of rights over the personal information we hold about you. We are committed to honouring these rights in line with applicable law.

  • Access: request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
  • Correction: ask us to correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
  • Deletion: request that we delete information we no longer have a lawful reason to keep.
  • Restriction: ask us to limit how we use your information while a concern is being investigated.
  • Objection: object to processing based on our legitimate interests or to direct marketing.
  • Portability: receive a copy of your information in a structured, machine-readable format.
  • Withdraw consent: withdraw any consent you have given at any time, without affecting the lawfulness of prior processing.

How to exercise your rights

Send a written request to the contact details at the bottom of this page. We will acknowledge your request within five business days and aim to complete it within thirty days. We may ask for proof of identity before acting on your request.

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Retention and Security

How long we keep your information and the safeguards we apply to protect it.

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this policy or to comply with legal, regulatory, tax, and accounting requirements. Commercial records relating to gold trading are retained for the minimum period required by Ghanaian law.

Security measures

  • Encrypted transmission of data between your browser and our servers using HTTPS.
  • Role-based access controls so that only authorised personnel can view client information.
  • Multi-factor authentication for administrative access.
  • Regular review of access logs and security events.
  • Written confidentiality obligations for employees, contractors, and partners.
  • Physical and environmental safeguards at our offices in Accra and our operational base in the Obuasi Municipal District.

While we apply industry-standard protections, no system can guarantee absolute security. If we become aware of a data breach that affects your rights, we will notify you and the relevant authorities as required by law.

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Contact Us

How to reach us with questions about this policy or your personal information.

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests relating to this Privacy Policy or the personal information we hold about you, please contact the GoldSpark Mines Ltd data protection desk using the details below. We respond to all privacy-related correspondence within one business day.

Email

info@goldsparkmines.com

Phone

+233 20 703 9025

Registered Head Office

15 Tulip Link, East Legon, Accra, Ghana

Field Operations

Obuasi Municipal District, Ashanti Region, Ghana

If you are not satisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the relevant data protection authority in your jurisdiction.

Policy Updates

We review and update this policy regularly.

When we make material changes, we will publish the updated policy here and, where required, notify you directly. The date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision.