PRIVACY POLICY Last updated: 2025.10.13 QuantJournal (“we”, “our”, “us”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you use our website and services available at quantjournal.app (the “Service”). By using the Service, you agree to the practices described in this Policy. 1. Data Controller The data controller is: QuantJournal – Alberto Sfolcini Registered in Italy [email protected] 2. Data We Collect We may collect the following types of information: - Account Information: email address and login credentials. - Usage Data: actions performed on the platform (e.g., trades logged, notes created). - Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, operating system. - Payment Data: processed securely via third-party providers (we do not store credit card information). 3. How We Use Your Data We use your personal data to: Provide and improve the Service. Operate user accounts and subscriptions. Analyze anonymized usage patterns to enhance functionality. Communicate important updates, promotions, or support information. Comply with legal obligations. We will never sell your personal data to third parties. 4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR) We process personal data under the following legal bases: Contractual necessity (to provide the Service). Legitimate interest (to improve our platform and ensure security). Consent (for newsletters, marketing, or optional features). Legal obligation (to comply with applicable laws). 5. Data Retention We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to provide the Service or as required by law. You may request deletion of your account and data at any time (see Section 8). 6. Data Sharing We may share your data only with: Service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics, payment processors) bound by confidentiality agreements. Legal authorities, if required by applicable law. 7. Cookies & Tracking QuantJournal uses cookies and similar technologies to: Maintain user sessions. Analyze website traffic and improve usability. Store user preferences. You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features of the Service may not work properly. 8. Your Rights (GDPR) As an EU/EEA user, you have the right to: Access your personal data. Correct inaccurate or incomplete data. Delete your data (“right to be forgotten”). Restrict or object to processing in certain cases. Portability: request your data in a structured format. Withdraw consent at any time (for optional features like marketing emails). To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected] 9. Security We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data. However, no system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. 10. International Data Transfers If data is processed outside the EU/EEA (e.g., cloud hosting providers), we ensure appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) to protect your data in compliance with GDPR. 11. Changes to This Policy We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make material changes, we will notify you via email or within the Service. 12. Contact Us If you have any questions or requests about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: [email protected]