Privacy Policy
Data Protection Compliance
AltFunds Global AFG AG (“AltFunds Global,” “we,” or “us”) is committed to protecting personal data in accordance with the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (nFADP) and, where applicable, the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
We apply data protection, privacy, and confidentiality standards consistent with those expected of professional firms handling sensitive client information.
1. Who We Are
Data Controller:
AltFunds Global AFG AG
Chamerstrasse 176
6300 Zug, Switzerland
2. Scope of This Policy
This policy applies to:
- Visitors to our website: www.altfundsglobal.com
- Clients and prospective clients who contact or engage with us
- Users of our chatbot, webinars, forms, or consultation services
3. What Personal Data We Process
We believe in being clear about what we collect and why.
| Category | Examples | Why We Need It |
|---|---|---|
| Identification Data | Name, nationality, date of birth | To verify your identity for secure onboarding (KYC/AML) and to introduce you to regulated investment opportunities. |
| Contact Information | Email, phone number, address | To communicate with you, send updates, and schedule meetings about private equity, venture capital, and real estate funds. |
| Financial/Project Data | Proof of funds, business plans | To understand your goals and ensure the investment opportunities we discuss are a good fit. |
| Technical Metadata | IP address, browser type | To make our website run smoothly and securely for all users. |
| Communication Records | Emails, meeting notes, chat transcripts | To keep an accurate record of our conversations and your interests for our wealth management and family office services. |
We may also share your information with our trusted partners. Specifically:
To connect you with exclusive opportunities, we introduce qualified clients to licensed financial intermediaries and regulated investment platforms. These partners are responsible for their own compliance and data handling once you engage with them.
4. Why We Process Your Data
- Fulfil our services and communicate with you.
- Conduct necessary compliance checks.
- Facilitate valuable connections by introducing you to pre-vetted, licensed financial service providers and global investment opportunities.
- Improve your experience on our site.
- Meet our legal obligations.
5. Legal Basis for Processing
- Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR – Contract necessity
- Art. 6(1)(c) GDPR – Legal obligation (e.g., AML)
- Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR – Legitimate interest
- Art. 6(6) and Art. 31(2)(a) nFADP – Consent or overriding interest
Where required, consent is obtained explicitly.
6. Retention of Personal Data
- KYC/AML files – Retained for 10 years
- Communication records – Up to 5 years
- Website/session data – Up to 12 months (anonymized thereafter)
Once data is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymized.
7. Data Sharing and Confidentiality
We do not sell your data. We treat it with the confidentiality you’d expect from a firm working with sophisticated investors and family offices.
We only share data when essential, with parties like:
- Our professional advisors.
- Technology providers that help us run our business.
- Licensed Financial Partners: When we make an introduction for a private equity, real estate, or structured finance opportunity, we share the necessary details with that regulated partner. At that point, they manage your data in accordance with their own privacy policies and regulatory requirements.
8. Cross-Border Data Transfers
- FDPIC-approved jurisdictions
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
- Explicit consent where required
9. Your Rights
You have the right to access, correct, or delete your data.
Please note: once we have shared your data with a licensed financial intermediary for a specific introduction, that intermediary becomes the independent data controller for that relationship. Due to strict financial compliance and anti-money-laundering regulations, they are required to retain specific data for years, and we cannot request deletion on your behalf.
10. Cookies and Website Tracking
- Essential website functionality
- Usage analytics (e.g., Google Analytics)
- Session management and user preferences
You may control cookies through your browser. See our Cookie Policy for more.
11. Data Security
- SSL encryption
- Access restrictions and audit trails
- Encrypted cloud storage
- Role-based data access
12. Changes to This Notice
This policy may be updated for legal or operational reasons. The latest version is published at www.altfundsglobal.com/legal. Significant updates will be announced via the website or direct communication where necessary.
Contact Us
Legal & Compliance Department
AltFunds Global AFG AG
Chamerstrasse 176
6300 Zug, Switzerland