Privacy Policy

Data Controller

EchoForger B.V. is the data controller responsible for your personal data. Our contact details are:

Data We Collect

We collect and process various types of personal data depending on how you interact with our services. The data we collect includes information you provide directly to us, information we collect automatically when you use our website, and information we may receive from third parties.

Information You Provide

• Contact information (name, email address, phone number, postal address)
• Financial information relevant to wealth building consultation
• Communication preferences and enquiry details
• Information provided during consultations or meetings
• Feedback, survey responses, and correspondence

Information We Collect Automatically

• Website usage data (pages visited, time spent, click patterns)
• Device information (IP address, browser type, operating system)
• Location data (general geographic location based on IP address)
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies data

How We Use Your Information

We process your personal data for various purposes based on different legal bases. Here's how we use your information and the legal basis for each purpose:

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies and tracking technologies for analytics, advertising, and remarketing purposes, including Google Ads. These technologies help us measure campaign effectiveness, deliver relevant advertisements, and improve our services. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through our cookie consent banner.

For detailed information about the cookies we use, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal data to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• With your explicit consent
• With trusted service providers who assist us in operating our business (under strict confidentiality agreements)
• When required by law, legal process, or government request
• To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of others
• In connection with a business transaction (merger, acquisition, etc.)

Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Our data retention periods are based on:

• The nature of the data and the purposes for which it was collected
• Legal and regulatory requirements
• The need to resolve disputes or enforce agreements
• Your ongoing relationship with us

Generally, we retain client consultation records for seven years after the end of our professional relationship, and marketing data until you opt out or withdraw consent.

Your Rights

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws, you have several rights regarding your personal data:

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and authentication procedures
• Staff training on data protection principles
• Secure data backup and recovery procedures

International Data Transfers

Your personal data is primarily processed within the European Economic Area (EEA). If we transfer data outside the EEA, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as:

• European Commission adequacy decisions
• Standard contractual clauses approved by the European Commission
• Binding corporate rules or certification schemes

Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 18. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your rights, or need to contact us regarding data protection matters, please reach out to us:

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Dutch Data Protection Authority (Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens) if you believe we have not handled your personal data in accordance with applicable law.