Privacy Policy
How we collect, use, and protect your personal information
Last updated: December 2024
Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly to us, such as when you create an account, make a transaction, or contact us for support.
Personal Information:
- Name, email address, phone number
- Date of birth and identification documents
- Address and nationality
- Financial information and trading experience
- Employment and income information
Automatically Collected Information:
- IP address and device information
- Browser type and operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on our platform
- Trading activity and transaction history
- Location data (with your consent)
Third-Party Information:
We may receive information about you from third parties, such as identity verification services, credit agencies, and other financial institutions.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:
Service Provision:
- Creating and managing your trading account
- Processing transactions and providing trading services
- Providing customer support and responding to inquiries
- Sending important account and service notifications
Legal and Regulatory Compliance:
- Verifying your identity and preventing fraud
- Complying with anti-money laundering (AML) requirements
- Meeting regulatory reporting obligations
- Conducting risk assessments and monitoring
Business Operations:
- Improving our services and platform functionality
- Conducting market research and analysis
- Developing new products and features
- Marketing and promotional activities (with your consent)
When We Share Your Information
We may share your personal information in the following circumstances:
Service Providers:
We work with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our platform, processing payments, and providing customer support.
Legal Requirements:
We may disclose your information when required by law, regulation, or legal process, or to protect our rights and the safety of our users.
Business Transfers:
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction.
Regulatory Authorities:
We may share information with financial regulators, law enforcement agencies, and other authorities as required by applicable laws and regulations.
We Do Not:
- Sell your personal information to third parties
- Share your information for marketing purposes without consent
- Provide access to unauthorized parties
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our platform and provide personalized services.
Types of Cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Required for basic platform functionality
- Performance Cookies: Help us understand how you use our platform
- Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
- Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements
Managing Cookies:
You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our platform.
Third-Party Cookies:
We may use third-party analytics and advertising services that place cookies on your device. These services have their own privacy policies.
How We Protect Your Information
We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your personal information:
Technical Safeguards:
- SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
- Advanced encryption for data storage
- Multi-factor authentication
- Regular security audits and penetration testing
- Secure data centers with physical access controls
Organizational Measures:
- Employee training on data protection
- Access controls and need-to-know basis
- Regular security awareness programs
- Incident response procedures
Data Retention:
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
Access and Portability:
- Request access to your personal information
- Receive a copy of your data in a portable format
- Request information about how we process your data
Correction and Deletion:
- Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Object to certain types of processing
Control and Consent:
- Withdraw consent for marketing communications
- Opt-out of certain data processing activities
- Restrict how we use your information
How to Exercise Your Rights:
To exercise any of these rights, please contact our Data Protection Officer at privacy@evest.com. We will respond to your request within the timeframes required by applicable law.
Contact Information:
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
- Email: privacy@evest.com
- Address: [Company Address]
- Phone: [Contact Number]
Risk Warning
Trading financial instruments involves substantial risk and may not be suitable for all investors. You could lose all or more than your initial investment.
CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.
Past performance is not indicative of future results. The value of investments can go down as well as up. Before trading, please ensure you fully understand the risks involved and seek independent advice if necessary.
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