Privacy Policy
This policy is effective from 2nd January 2025.
Introduction
Welcome to PF1! We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you use our platform. It also outlines your rights and our obligations under global privacy laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other applicable regulations. By accessing or using PF1, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please refrain from using our platform. For any questions or concerns regarding this policy, feel free to contact us at privacy@propfirmone.com.
Definitions
In this Privacy Policy, the following definitions apply:
- "Personal data" means information that can directly or indirectly identify you, also referred to as "Personal Information" or "Personal Data."
- "Consent of the data subject" means your freely given, specific, informed, and unambiguous indication of your will to allow us to process your personal data.
- "Controller" means PF1, the entity responsible for determining the purposes and means of processing personal data.
- "Data retention" refers to the period during which we will retain your data.
- "Legal Basis" (or "lawful basis") means the legal justification for processing personal data.
- "Processing" includes any operation or set of operations performed on personal data, such as collection, recording, organization, storage, alteration, retrieval, disclosure, and more.
- "Third party" refers to any person or entity other than the data subject (you), controller (PF1), processor, or those authorized by the controller or processor to process personal data.
Information We Collect
To provide and enhance our services, we collect certain personal information from you. Below is a breakdown of the data we collect and how we collect it:
Personal Information You Provide
We may collect the following types of personal information directly from you through forms, account registration, or service interactions including but not limited to:
- Name
- Email Address
- Data obtained from third parties (e.g., trading platform providers)
- Payment Information
If you register using Google Single Sign-On (SSO), we will automatically receive your Google account email address. This email address will be used to create your PF1 account and to enroll you in our communications list, which includes our weekly newsletter and platform updates. You may opt out of non-essential communications at any time.
Information Collected Automatically
When you interact with our platform, certain data may be collected automatically:
- Device Information: Details such as IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
- Usage Data: Information about your interactions with our platform, including pages visited, features used, and session duration.
Information from Third Parties
We may receive additional data about you from trusted third-party services integrated with our platform. Examples include:
- Payment Processors: To verify and complete transactions.
- Analytics Providers: To improve the functionality and performance of our platform.
Why We Collect This Information
The data we collect is essential for:
- Delivering the services you expect.
- Improving platform performance and user experience.
- Ensuring the security and integrity of our platform.
- Complying with legal obligations and regulations.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected to provide our services, enhance your experience, and ensure the platform's security. Specifically, we use your information to:
- Deliver the features and services you request and manage transactions securely.
- Understand user preferences and improve the functionality and performance of the platform.
- Communicate with you about service-related updates or promotional materials if you have opted in.
- Comply with legal obligations and protect against fraudulent or illegal activities.
Your Rights and Choices
As a user of our platform, you have several rights regarding your personal information. These rights vary depending on your location but generally include:
- Access and Rectification: You can request access to the personal data we hold about you and request corrections if the data is inaccurate or incomplete.
- Data Deletion: You have the right to request the deletion of your personal data, subject to certain legal or contractual obligations that require us to retain specific information.
- Data Portability: Where applicable, you may request a copy of your data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
- Objection to Processing: You can object to certain types of data processing, such as direct marketing or processing based on legitimate interests. This includes the right to object to receiving marketing communications. If you registered using Google SSO and were automatically enrolled in our newsletter, you may opt out at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in our emails or contacting us directly. Opting out will not affect your ability to continue using PF1.
- Withdraw Consent: If you have provided consent for specific data processing, you can withdraw it at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at privacy@propfirmone.com. We will respond to your request in accordance with applicable laws.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. Retention periods may vary depending on the nature of the data and the reason for its collection. When your data is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it in accordance with industry standards. We will retain your email address for the purpose of sending newsletters and updates until you unsubscribe, at which point it will be removed from our marketing list but may still be retained for essential account-related communications.
Data Transfer
As a global platform, we may transfer your data to countries outside your own for processing and storage. These transfers will always comply with applicable privacy laws. For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure that such transfers are based on mechanisms like Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or other approved legal frameworks. When transferring data internationally, we take steps to protect your information and ensure that third parties receiving the data implement robust security measures. If you have concerns about how your data is handled during international transfers, you can contact us at privacy@propfirmone.com.
Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. These measures include encryption, access controls, regular security audits, and secure storage practices. While we strive to ensure the highest level of protection, no system is entirely foolproof. Therefore, we encourage you to use strong passwords and take steps to safeguard your account.
Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make significant changes, we may notify you by prominently posting a notice on our platform or sending you an email. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
Contact
If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@propfirmone.com