DATA PROTECTION POLICY

Effective Date: May 1, 2025

1. Purpose

This Data Protection Policy outlines how IPIQ CAPITAL LLC (“Company”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) collects, processes, stores, shares, and protects personal data. The purpose of this Policy is to ensure that personal data is handled in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (where applicable), and other relevant U.S. privacy laws.

2. Scope

This Policy applies to all personal data collected by IPIQ CAPITAL LLC through our website (http://ipiqcapital.com), direct communication (email, forms, meetings), and in connection with the consulting services we provide to clients.

It applies to all employees, contractors, partners, and service providers who process personal data on our behalf.

3. Principles of Data Processing

We adhere to the following data protection principles:

  • Lawfulness, Fairness & Transparency: We process data lawfully, fairly, and in a transparent manner.

  • Purpose Limitation: We collect data only for specified, legitimate purposes.

  • Data Minimization: We only collect data that is adequate, relevant, and necessary.

  • Accuracy: We keep personal data accurate and up to date.

  • Storage Limitation: We do not keep personal data longer than necessary.

  • Integrity & Confidentiality: We process data in a manner that ensures appropriate security.

  • Accountability: We are responsible for and can demonstrate compliance with these principles.

4. What Data We Process

The types of personal data we may process include:

  • Identification details (e.g., name, email, company, job title)

  • Contact data (e.g., phone, address)

  • IP address and device data

  • Professional information (e.g., business interests, services used)

  • Communications and content voluntarily submitted via forms or email

We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal data unless required by law.

5. Lawful Basis for Processing

We process personal data on one or more of the following lawful bases:

  • Consent of the data subject

  • Fulfillment of a contract

  • Compliance with legal obligations

  • Legitimate interests (e.g., providing services, marketing, improving security)

6. Data Security Measures

To protect personal data, we implement:

  • Encrypted connections (HTTPS)

  • Strong passwords and user authentication

  • Access controls and role-based permissions

  • Secure hosting with reputable providers

  • Regular software updates and patching

  • Staff training on data protection and cybersecurity

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Once data is no longer needed, we delete it securely.

8. Data Sharing and Transfers

We may share personal data with:

  • Trusted service providers (e.g., IT support, hosting, analytics)

  • Legal or regulatory authorities where required by law

  • Third parties in connection with a business merger or acquisition

We do not sell or lease personal data. If we transfer personal data outside the U.S., we ensure adequate safeguards are in place (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses for GDPR compliance).

9. Data Subject Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

  • Access your data

  • Correct inaccurate data

  • Delete your data

  • Object to or restrict processing

  • Withdraw consent at any time

  • Request data portability

  • Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority

To exercise these rights, email us at info@ipiqcapital.com.

10. Roles and Responsibilities

  • Management: Ensures company-wide compliance with this Policy

  • Staff and Contractors: Must follow procedures outlined in this Policy

  • Data Protection Contact: Monitors data handling practices and responds to data requests

11. Policy Review and Updates

This Policy is reviewed annually and may be updated as needed to remain compliant with applicable laws and best practices. The latest version is always available on our website.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to data protection, contact:

IPIQ CAPITAL LLC
11004 Water Lily Way
Bradenton, FL 34202
Email: info@ipiqcapital.com