Privacy Policy

Introduction

Alden Chambers is committed to protecting the privacy of individuals who engage our investment consulting services. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and handle personal information in accordance with Taiwan Personal Information Protection Act and applicable data protection regulations.

Given the sensitive nature of investment advisory relationships, privacy and confidentiality are fundamental to our practice. We maintain rigorous data protection standards to ensure your personal information receives appropriate security.

For questions regarding this policy or our data practices, contact us at [email protected]

Information We Collect

Personal Information Collected:

• Name and contact details (email address, phone number, physical address)
• Investment interests and financial considerations discussed during consultations
• Documentation provided for assessment purposes
• Communication records from our advisory relationship
• Professional and business information relevant to investment matters

How Information Is Collected:

• Through contact forms and consultation requests on our website
• During private chamber consultations and advisory meetings
• Via email, telephone, and secured communication channels
• Through documentation you provide for due diligence purposes
• Website usage data through cookies (see Cookie Policy)

Legal Basis for Processing:

• Consent: You provide explicit consent when engaging our services
• Contract: Processing necessary to perform our advisory services
• Legitimate Interest: Conducting our investment consulting business professionally
• Legal Obligation: Compliance with Taiwan financial service regulations

Data Retention:

Personal information is retained for the duration of our advisory relationship plus seven years following engagement completion, as required by Taiwan financial record-keeping regulations. After this period, data is securely disposed of unless ongoing legal obligations require continued retention.

How We Use Your Information

Primary Purposes:

• Providing investment consulting and advisory services as contracted
• Conducting opportunity assessments and due diligence coordination
• Managing documentation and professional coordination
• Communicating with you regarding your engagement
• Maintaining records required by Taiwan financial regulations

Third-Party Sharing:

We engage qualified professionals (legal counsel, financial specialists, verification services) as necessary for comprehensive advisory service. These professionals are bound by confidentiality obligations and receive only information essential to their specific role in your engagement.

We do not sell, rent, or share personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. Information is disclosed to external parties only when:

• Required for providing our advisory services with your consent
• Necessary to comply with legal obligations or regulatory requirements
• Essential to protect our legal rights or respond to legal proceedings

Marketing Communications:

We may send occasional updates about our services to existing or former clients. You may opt out of these communications at any time by contacting [email protected]

Data Protection Measures

Security Measures:

• Encrypted storage for all digital records containing personal information
• Secured communication channels for sensitive discussions
• Access controls limiting who can view personal information
• Physical security measures for paper documentation stored in chambers
• Regular security audits and protocol reviews
• Staff training on confidentiality obligations and data protection

Breach Notification:

In the unlikely event of a data breach affecting your personal information, we will notify you promptly in accordance with Taiwan data protection requirements, typically within 72 hours of breach discovery.

Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website uses cookies to improve user experience and analyze site usage. We use the following types of cookies:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand website usage patterns
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and choices

For detailed information about cookies, including how to manage your preferences, please see our Cookie Policy.

Your Privacy Rights

Under Taiwan Personal Information Protection Act, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [email protected]. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external websites you visit.

Children's Privacy

Our services are intended for individuals aged 18 and above. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If we become aware that we have collected information from a minor, we will delete it promptly.

Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Significant changes will be communicated to active clients via email. Continued use of our services after policy updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the most recent changes were made.