Last Updated: January 1, 2026 Expansion Inc ("Funding Expansion," "Company," "we," "us," or "our") operates FundingExpansion.com (the "Website"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information about you when you visit our Website or use our services. 1. Information We Collect Information You Provide Directly: When you apply for funding, complete a contact form, or register as a referral partner, we may collect: your name, address, email address, telephone number, date of birth, Social Security number (when required for credit authorization), business name, business address, EIN/TIN, bank account information, monthly revenue information, business history, and other business financial information. Automatically Collected Information: When you visit our Website, we may automatically collect: IP address, browser type, operating system, pages viewed, time spent on pages, referring URLs, and other usage data through cookies and similar tracking technologies. From Third Parties: We may collect information about you from consumer reporting agencies (credit bureaus), data providers, public records, and our lending partners. 2. How We Use Your Information We use your information to: (a) process your funding application; (b) match you with appropriate lenders and funding products; (c) communicate with you about your application and our services; (d) send marketing communications if you have opted in; (e) comply with legal and regulatory obligations; (f) prevent fraud and maintain security; (g) improve our Website and services; and (h) conduct analytics and business operations. 3. How We Share Your Information We may share your information with: (a) Lending Partners: We share your application information with our network of lenders, funders, and financial institutions for the purpose of evaluating and funding your application; (b) Service Providers: We share information with vendors who assist us in operating our business (including cloud services, CRM platforms, analytics providers); (c) Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets; (d) Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or governmental authority; (e) Consent: With your explicit consent for other purposes. We do not sell your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes. 4. California Consumer Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA) If you are a California resident, you have the following rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA): (a) the right to know what personal information we collect, use, and share; (b) the right to delete personal information; (c) the right to correct inaccurate personal information; (d) the right to opt-out of the sale or sharing of personal information; (e) the right to limit use of sensitive personal information; and (f) the right to non-discrimination for exercising these rights. To exercise these rights, contact us at: Support@fundingexpansion.com or call 949.776.5333. We will respond within 45 days of receiving a verifiable consumer request. 5. Cookies and Tracking We use cookies and similar tracking technologies. You can control cookies through your browser settings. We use Google Analytics, ActiveCampaign tracking pixels, Facebook Pixel, and Google Ads conversion tracking. To opt out of Google Analytics, visit tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout. 6. Text Message / SMS Communications If you have opted in to receive SMS messages from us, you may receive transactional messages regarding your application and marketing messages if separately consented. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency varies. To unsubscribe from marketing SMS, reply STOP to any message. For help, reply HELP. To opt-out from all Funding Expansion texts, contact us at Support@fundingexpansion.com. 7. Data Security We implement industry-standard security measures including SSL/TLS encryption, secure data storage, access controls, and regular security assessments. However, no method of data transmission over the internet is 100% secure. 8. Data Retention We retain your information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy and to comply with legal obligations, typically 7 years for financial records. 9. Children's Privacy Our Website and services are not directed to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. 10. Changes to This Policy We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last Updated" date at the top reflects the most recent revision. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. 11. Contact Us For questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise your rights, contact: Expansion Inc (Funding Expansion) 2588 El Camino Real, Suite F516 Carlsbad, CA 92008 Email: Support@fundingexpansion.com Phone: 949.776.5333