Privacy Policy

Introduction

At InvestRisk Uganda, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our investment risk assessment services. We encourage you to read this privacy policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your personal data.

By accessing or using our services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. This Privacy Policy applies to all users of our website and services, including visitors, clients, and anyone who provides personal information to us.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Fill out contact forms or request consultations
• Subscribe to our newsletter or updates
• Engage with our investment risk assessment services
• Communicate with us via email, phone, or other channels
• Participate in surveys or feedback forms

This personal information may include:

• Name and contact details (email address, phone number, mailing address)
• Professional information (company name, job title, industry)
• Financial information relevant to risk assessment services
• Investment preferences and risk tolerance
• Communication preferences and history

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing behavior, including:

• IP address and geographic location
• Browser type and version
• Operating system and device information
• Pages visited and time spent on our website
• Referring website and search terms used
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for various purposes, including:

Business Operations

• Processing and responding to your inquiries and requests
• Maintaining and improving our website and services
• Conducting market research and analysis
• Developing new products and services
• Ensuring security and preventing fraud

Legal and Compliance

• Complying with applicable laws and regulations
• Protecting our legal rights and interests
• Responding to legal processes and government requests
• Preventing illegal activities and policy violations

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to outside parties except in the following circumstances:

Service Providers

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or providing services to you. These parties are contractually obligated to keep your information confidential and use it only for the purposes we specify.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities, including to meet national security or law enforcement requirements.

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity, subject to the same privacy protections outlined in this policy.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of sensitive data during transmission and storage
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and authentication procedures
• Employee training on data protection practices
• Secure backup and disaster recovery procedures

However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights and Choices

You have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

Access and Portability

You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you and to receive a copy of this information in a structured, commonly used format.

Correction and Updates

You may request that we correct or update any inaccurate or incomplete personal information we have about you.

Deletion

You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain legal and contractual obligations that may require us to retain certain information.

Objection and Restriction

You have the right to object to certain uses of your personal information or to request that we restrict the processing of your information under certain circumstances.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website usage. Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website.

Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function properly
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website
• Functional Cookies: Enable enhanced functionality and personalization
• Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements and track campaign effectiveness

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. However, disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. The retention period depends on various factors, including:

• The nature and sensitivity of the information
• The purposes for which we collected the information
• Legal and regulatory requirements
• Contractual obligations
• Business and operational needs

When we no longer need your personal information, we will securely delete or anonymize it in accordance with our data retention policies.

International Data Transfers

Your personal information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that such transfers are conducted in accordance with applicable data protection laws and that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information.

If you are located in the European Union or other regions with specific data protection laws, we will ensure that any international transfers comply with the applicable legal requirements and provide adequate protection for your personal information.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 18, we will take immediate steps to delete such information.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately so that we can take appropriate action.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, services, or applicable laws. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we collect, use, and protect your information. Your continued use of our services after any changes to this policy constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.