Privacy Policy
Your privacy matters to us at Etcnoticias
Last updated: January 15, 2025
Introduction and Scope
At Etcnoticias, we understand that your privacy is fundamental to your trust in our alternative investment platform. This comprehensive privacy policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and manage your personal information when you visit our website at etcnoticias.com or use our services. We're committed to transparency about our data practices and your rights regarding your personal information.
This policy applies to all users of our platform, whether you're browsing our educational content, participating in our learning programs, or engaging with our investment-related services. By using our website or services, you acknowledge that you've read and understood this privacy policy.
Information We Collect
We collect various types of information to provide you with the best possible experience on our platform and to comply with financial regulations applicable to investment services.
Personal Information You Provide
Automatically Collected Information
How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information for legitimate business purposes related to our alternative investment platform and educational services. Our use of your data is always proportionate and necessary for the purposes outlined below.
| Purpose | Data Used | Legal Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Account management and service provision | Contact details, account information | Contract performance |
| Regulatory compliance and verification | Identity documents, financial information | Legal obligation |
| Customer support and communication | Contact information, inquiry details | Legitimate interest |
| Website improvement and analytics | Usage data, cookies | Legitimate interest |
| Marketing communications | Contact details, preferences | Consent |
Data Sharing and Third Parties
We carefully select our partners and service providers to ensure your data remains protected. We never sell your personal information to third parties, and we only share data when necessary for service provision or regulatory compliance.
When We Share Your Information
Important: All third parties we work with are contractually required to protect your data and use it only for the specific purposes we've authorized. We conduct regular reviews of our partners' data protection practices.
Your Privacy Rights
Under UK data protection law, you have several important rights regarding your personal information. We're committed to making it easy for you to exercise these rights.
Right to Access
Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you, including details about how we process it.
Right to Rectification
Ask us to correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal information we have about you.
Right to Erasure
Request deletion of your personal information in certain circumstances, subject to regulatory requirements.
Right to Restrict Processing
Ask us to limit how we use your personal information while we resolve any disputes or concerns.
Right to Data Portability
Receive your personal information in a structured, commonly used format for transfer to another service.
Right to Object
Object to processing of your personal information based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing.
Data Security and Protection
We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our security practices include both technical and organizational measures designed to ensure the appropriate level of protection.
Technical Safeguards
Organizational Measures
Data Retention and Deletion
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy, comply with legal obligations, and resolve disputes. Our retention periods vary depending on the type of information and the purpose for which we collected it.
Typical Retention Periods
International Data Transfers
While we primarily process your data within the UK, some of our service providers may be located outside the UK. When we transfer your personal information internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data.
We use adequacy decisions, standard contractual clauses, and other approved transfer mechanisms to ensure your data receives the same level of protection regardless of where it's processed. We regularly review our international transfer arrangements to ensure they remain compliant with UK data protection law.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website, analyze usage patterns, and provide personalized content. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences, though some features may not function properly if you disable certain cookies.
Types of Cookies We Use
Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child without appropriate consent, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and, where appropriate, through other communication channels.
We encourage you to review this privacy policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information. The "Last updated" date at the top of this policy indicates when it was most recently revised.
Contact Us About Privacy
If you have questions about this privacy policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us:
Email: info@etcnoticias.com
Phone: +44 151 473 1069
Address: 7-9 Yeovil Rd, Luton LU2 9EE, United Kingdom
We aim to respond to all privacy-related inquiries within 30 days.