Introduction

At Nexus Equity, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of privacy for our clients. This Privacy Policy details how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information. As a leading asset management firm in The U.S.A., operational for ten years, we understand the importance of safeguarding your personal and financial information. This policy applies to all current and former clients of Nexus Equity.

Collection of Information

Types of Information Collected

Nexus Equity collects various types of personal information, including but not limited to:

• Personal Identification Information: Name, address, email, phone number, date of birth, and other contact details.
• Financial Information: Bank account details, transaction history, investment details, credit information, and income details.
• Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device information, and cookies.

Methods of Collection

We collect personal information through several channels:

1. Direct Interactions: Information provided directly by you through account applications, service requests, and other forms.
2. Automated Technologies: As you interact with our website, we collect technical information automatically using cookies and other tracking technologies.
3. Third-Party Sources: We may receive information about you from other sources, such as credit reporting agencies, affiliates, and other third parties.

Use of Information

Purposes for Using Information

Nexus Equity uses your personal information for the following purposes:

• Account Management: To set up, manage, and maintain your accounts.
• Transaction Processing: To execute transactions, provide confirmations, and issue statements.
• Customer Service: To respond to your inquiries, requests, and feedback.
• Personalization: To tailor our services and communications to your preferences.
• Marketing and Research: To conduct market research, improve our services, and send you promotional materials.
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes.

Legal Bases for Processing

We process your personal information based on several legal grounds, including:

• Performance of a Contract: Processing necessary to provide our services to you.
• Legal Obligation: Processing required to comply with legal and regulatory obligations.
• Legitimate Interests: Processing based on our legitimate interests, such as improving our services and preventing fraud.
• Consent: Processing based on your explicit consent, which you can withdraw at any time.

Sharing of Information

With Whom We Share Information

Nexus Equity may share your personal information with the following parties:

• Affiliates and Subsidiaries: Within the Nexus Equity group for operational efficiency and consistency.
• Service Providers: Third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf, such as IT services, payment processing, and customer support.
• Regulatory Authorities: Government agencies and regulators as required by law.
• Business Partners: With your consent, we may share information with partners for joint marketing efforts.
• Other Third Parties: In connection with corporate transactions, such as mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales.

International Transfers

Given the global nature of our operations, your personal information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in countries outside The U.S.A. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and that your information remains protected.

Security of Information

Our Security Measures

We employ a comprehensive security program to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, alteration, and disclosure. Our security measures include:

• Encryption: We use advanced encryption technologies to protect data during transmission and storage.
• Access Controls: Strict access controls to limit access to your information to authorized personnel only.
• Regular Audits: Routine security audits and assessments to identify and mitigate potential vulnerabilities.
• Employee Training: Ongoing training programs to ensure that our staff understands and complies with data protection practices.

Breach Response

In the unlikely event of a data breach, Nexus Equity has a response plan in place to promptly address and mitigate the impact. We will notify affected individuals and relevant authorities as required by law.

Your Rights

Access and Correction

You have the right to access the personal information we hold about you and to request corrections of any inaccuracies. To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@Nexus Equity.com.au.

Data Portability

You have the right to request a copy of your personal information in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format, and to transmit that data to another controller.

Right to Erasure

In certain circumstances, you can request the deletion of your personal information, such as when it is no longer necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, or if you withdraw your consent.

Objection and Restriction of Processing

You have the right to object to the processing of your personal information and to request restrictions on how we process it, particularly about direct marketing and profiling.

Withdrawal of Consent

If our processing of your personal information is based on your consent, you have the right to withdraw that consent at any time. This will not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Types of Cookies

We use different types of cookies on our website, including:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems.
• Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
• Functional Cookies: Enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization.
• Targeting Cookies: Used to deliver ads more relevant to you and your interests.

Managing Cookies

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. For more information on how to control and delete cookies, visit your browser’s help section.

International Data Transfers

Compliance with Data Protection Laws

When transferring your personal information internationally, we comply with all applicable data protection laws. We implement appropriate safeguards, such as standard contractual clauses, to ensure the protection of your data.

Countries of Transfer

Your personal information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside The U.S.A. that may not have the same data protection laws. However, we ensure that your information receives the same level of protection as it would in The U.S.A.

Changes to This Policy

Policy Updates

Nexus Equity reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or other operational reasons. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website and, where appropriate, through other communication channels.

Effective Date

The effective date of this Privacy Policy is [insert date]. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

Contact Us

How to Reach Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please get in touch with us at:

Nexus Equity Asset Management
Privacy Officer
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 302 330 8140
Address: 800 North King Street, Wilmington, DE 19801

Complaints

Suppose you are not satisfied with our response or believe we are processing your personal information violating the law. In that case, you have the right to complain to the relevant data protection authority.

Additional Information

Children’s Privacy

Nexus Equity’s services are not intended for children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently received information from a child, we will delete it from our records.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those websites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

Retention of Information

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. The retention period may vary depending on the nature of the information and applicable legal requirements.

Data Anonymization

In some cases, we may anonymize your personal information so that it can no longer be associated with you. We use anonymized data for research and analysis to improve our services.