Privacy Policy

Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how sparkesit B.V. ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, discloses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website at sparkesit.world or use our financial advisory services. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Dutch privacy laws.

Data Controller Information

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

• Company Name: sparkesit B.V.
• Registration Number: 53891760
• VAT Number: NL879451620B01
• Address: Kerkstraat 239, 5042 AO Tilburg, North Brabant, Netherlands
• Email: privacy@sparkesit.world
• Phone: +31 139564225

Data Collection

We collect personal data that you provide to us directly and information that is automatically collected when you visit our website. The data we collect includes:

Information You Provide

• Contact information (name, email address, phone number, postal address)
• Financial information relevant to our advisory services
• Communications you send to us
• Information provided during consultations and meetings
• Any other information you choose to provide

Automatically Collected Information

• IP address and browser information
• Pages visited and time spent on our website
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see our Cookie Policy)
• Device information and operating system

How We Use Your Information

We use of your data is based on legitimate business interests, contractual necessity, and your consent where required. We use your information for the following purposes:

• Providing financial advisory services and consultations
• Responding to your enquiries and communications
• Processing and managing client relationships
• Complying with legal and regulatory obligations
• Improving our website and services
• Sending relevant information about our services (with your consent)
• Protecting against fraud and ensuring security

Legal Basis for Processing

Under GDPR, we process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

• Contract: To perform our financial advisory services
• Legitimate Interest: To improve our services and communicate with you
• Legal Obligation: To comply with financial regulations and legal requirements
• Consent: For marketing communications and certain cookies

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent, except in the following circumstances:

• Service providers who assist us in operating our business
• Legal authorities when required by law or regulation
• Professional advisors (lawyers, accountants) bound by confidentiality
• In connection with a business transfer or merger

Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Generally, client data is retained for seven years after the end of our business relationship, in accordance with financial services regulations. Website analytics data is typically retained for 26 months.

Your Rights

Under GDPR and Dutch privacy law, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Right of Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data in certain circumstances
• Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
• Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for specific processing activities

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, secure servers, access controls, and regular security assessments. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

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 adequacy decisions or standard contractual clauses approved by the European Commission.

Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyse website traffic. For detailed information about our use of cookies, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 16. If we become aware that we have collected such data, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

Changes to This Policy

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

Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your rights, or have concerns about how we handle your personal data, please contact us:

• Email: privacy@sparkesit.world
• Phone: +31 139564225
• Post: sparkesit B.V., Kerkstraat 239, 5042 AO Tilburg, Netherlands

Supervisory Authority

If you believe we have not addressed your concerns adequately, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Dutch Data Protection Authority (Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens) or your local supervisory authority.