1 Information We Collect

At Edgewaes, we collect information that helps us provide better financial insights and services to our users. When you visit our website or interact with our services, we gather several types of data to enhance your experience and deliver personalized content.

We don't collect sensitive financial information like bank account numbers, credit card details, or social security numbers through our website. Our focus is on providing educational content and insights rather than handling financial transactions.

2 How We Use Your Information

Your information helps us create a better experience and deliver relevant financial insights. We use the data we collect for specific, legitimate business purposes that benefit both our operations and your user experience.

• Delivering personalized financial content and market insights based on your interests and browsing behavior
• Sending newsletters, updates, and educational materials about financial trends and opportunities
• Improving our website functionality, loading speeds, and overall user interface design
• Responding to your questions, comments, and support requests in a timely manner
• Analyzing user patterns to develop new features and enhance existing services
• Ensuring website security and preventing unauthorized access or fraudulent activities
• Complying with legal requirements and protecting our legitimate business interests

We never use your personal information for purposes beyond what we've outlined here without getting your explicit consent first. Our team reviews data usage practices regularly to make sure we're staying within appropriate boundaries.

3 Information Sharing and Disclosure

We don't sell your personal information to third parties, and we're careful about who we share data with. When we do share information, it's only with trusted partners who help us operate our website and deliver services to you.

Our third-party relationships include website hosting providers, email marketing platforms, analytics services, and customer support tools. These partners are contractually bound to protect your information and can only use it for the specific services they provide to us.

We might also disclose your information if required by law, such as responding to court orders, legal processes, or government requests. In cases involving potential fraud, security threats, or protection of rights and property, we may share relevant information with appropriate authorities.

If our business structure changes through mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales, your information might be transferred to new owners. We'll notify you about any such changes and give you options regarding your data before any transfer occurs.

4 Data Security Measures

Protecting your information is a top priority for us. We've implemented multiple layers of security to safeguard the data you share with us, both during transmission and while it's stored on our systems.

While we take security seriously, no method of data transmission or storage is completely secure. We continuously update our security practices and respond quickly to any potential threats or breaches.

5 Your Privacy Rights

You have several rights regarding your personal information, and we're committed to helping you exercise these rights easily and effectively. Under applicable privacy laws, you can control how your data is collected, used, and stored.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us using the information provided below. We'll respond to your request within 30 days and guide you through the process. Some requests might require identity verification to protect your information.

6 Data Retention and Deletion

We keep your personal information only as long as necessary to provide our services and meet legal requirements. Our retention periods vary based on the type of information and how it's used in our operations.

Contact information and communication records are typically retained for up to three years after your last interaction with us, unless you request earlier deletion. Website usage data and analytics information are generally kept for two years to help us understand trends and improve our services.

Technical logs and security-related data might be stored for shorter periods, usually between six months to one year, depending on the specific purpose. Some information may need to be kept longer for legal compliance, tax purposes, or resolving disputes.

When we delete your information, we use secure deletion methods to make sure it can't be recovered or accessed. Backup systems are also purged according to our data retention schedule to ensure complete removal.

7 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and gather information about how visitors use our site. These small files are stored on your device and help us remember your preferences and improve site functionality.

Essential cookies are necessary for basic website functions like security, navigation, and form submission. These cookies don't require your consent because they're fundamental to providing the service you've requested.

Analytics cookies help us understand visitor behavior, popular content, and areas where users might experience difficulties. This information guides our website improvements and content development decisions.

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences, though disabling certain cookies might affect website functionality. Most browsers allow you to view, manage, and delete cookies, as well as set preferences for future cookie handling.

8 International Data Transfers

While Edgewaes operates primarily in the United States, some of our service providers and partners may be located in other countries. When your information is transferred internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your privacy.

We only work with international partners who provide adequate data protection through contractual agreements, certification programs, or compliance with recognized privacy frameworks. These arrangements ensure your information receives protection equivalent to what's required under US privacy laws.

If you're located outside the United States and use our services, you acknowledge that your information will be processed in the US, where privacy laws might differ from those in your country. We maintain the same high privacy standards regardless of where data is processed.

9 Policy Changes and Updates

We review and update this privacy policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, services, or legal requirements. When we make significant changes that affect how we handle your information, we'll notify you through email or prominent website announcements.

Minor updates, such as clarifications or formatting changes, might be made without advance notice. We recommend checking this page occasionally to stay informed about our current privacy practices.

The "last updated" date at the top of this policy shows when the most recent changes were made. If you continue using our website after policy changes take effect, it means you accept the updated terms.