Last Updated: October 2024
The House of Wisdom is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you register and interact with our platform. It complies with GDPR requirements and explains your rights regarding your personal data.
1. Information We Collect
We collect and process the following information:
- Personal Identification Data: Such as name, email address, phone number, and other contact details.
- Professional Information: Including your role, company name, and investment interest.
- Technical Data: Such as IP address, browser type, and operating system, collected via cookies to enhance your experience and ensure platform security.
2. Purpose of Collecting Your Data
Your data is collected to facilitate your registration, verify your identity, and communicate essential information related to your investor account. Specifically, we use your data for:
- Processing and approving investor registrations
- Communicating relevant investment updates, opportunities, and platform information
- Analysing user interactions to improve platform functionality and security
3. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your data based on:
- Consent: By registering, you consent to our use of your data for the stated purposes.
- Legitimate Interest: To provide our services and ensure the security of our platform.
4. Data Retention
We retain your data only as long as necessary for the purposes it was collected and as required to comply with legal obligations. After this period, your data will be securely deleted or anonymised.
5. Data Sharing and Transfers
Your personal data is handled with strict confidentiality. We do not sell your information to third parties. We may share your data with:
- Service Providers: Trusted partners who support our operations, such as IT providers, who comply with data protection laws.
- Legal and Regulatory Authorities: As required by law.
If your data needs to be transferred outside the EEA, we ensure adequate protection in line with GDPR standards.
6. Data Security
We implement robust security measures to protect your data against unauthorised access, alteration, or destruction. These include encryption, access control, and regular security assessments.
7. Your Rights
Under GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access, correct, or delete your data
- Restrict or object to data processing
- Data portability
- Withdraw consent at any time (without affecting prior lawful processing)
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [insert contact email].
8. Cookies
Our platform uses cookies to improve functionality, gather insights on user behaviour, and enhance your experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device when you access our platform, enabling us to remember your preferences and tailor content accordingly.
Types of Cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for platform functionality and security.
- Analytical Cookies: Help us understand user interactions to improve our services.
- Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences.
By using our platform, you consent to our use of cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings, though disabling cookies may affect platform performance and functionality.
9. Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page, with an updated effective date.
10. Contact Us
For questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us at:
The House of Wisdom
Email: info@thehouseofwisdom.com