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title: Why does my bank statement say “Blue Gecko”?
description: "If you donate on **BackaBuddy**, your bank app or statement may show **Blue Gecko (Pty) Ltd** as the payment reference. **Blue Gecko owns and operates the BackaBuddy crowdfunding platform**, including the technology and payment systems that securely process donations. Your…"
url: "https://news.backabuddy.co.za/support/donors/why-does-my-bank-statement-say-blue-gecko/"
updated: "2026-03-16"
category: Donors
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# Why does my bank statement say “Blue Gecko”?

If you donate on **BackaBuddy**, your bank app or statement may show **Blue Gecko (Pty) Ltd** as the payment reference.

**Blue Gecko owns and operates the BackaBuddy crowdfunding platform**, including the technology and payment systems that securely process donations.

Your donation is still **100% processed through BackaBuddy and goes directly to the campaign you selected.**

Seeing **“Blue Gecko” on your bank statement is normal and expected** when donating through BackaBuddy.

### **In simple terms:**

- **BackaBuddy** – the crowdfunding platform you donate through
- **Blue Gecko (Pty) Ltd** – the company that operates the platform and processes payments

If you have any questions about a donation, our support team is always happy to help. Please contact us on [queries@backabuddy.co.za](mailto:queries@backabuddy.co.za). We’re happy to help!