Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

The Asia Corporate Finance Institute ("ACFI", "we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy of our users. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share your personal information when you use our website and services.

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and company name when you submit forms or subscribe to our newsletter.
• Certification Application Data: Firm details, professional qualifications, transaction history, and other information submitted as part of the certification process.
• Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, and other analytics data collected through cookies and similar technologies.
• Communication Data: Messages, inquiries, and feedback you send to us through our contact forms.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Process and manage certification applications
• Maintain and update the directory of certified firms
• Send newsletter communications (with your consent)
• Respond to inquiries and provide customer support
• Improve our website and services
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

• Service Providers: Trusted third parties who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or servicing you (e.g., hosting providers, email services).
• Directory Listings: Information about certified firms is published in our public directory with consent.
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, regulation, or legal process.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Newsletter subscribers may unsubscribe at any time.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to: access your personal data, correct inaccurate data, request deletion of your data, restrict processing, data portability, and object to processing. To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@acfi.asia.

8. Cookies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience and analyze website traffic. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Essential cookies are required for the website to function properly.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

11. Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact our Data Protection Officer at privacy@acfi.asia or through the contact form on our About page.