Privacy Policy

Your privacy matters to us. This policy explains how galysphearios collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use our financial valuation platform.

Last Updated: March 15, 2025

Information We Collect

When you use galysphearios's financial valuation platform, we collect several types of information to provide you with the best possible learning experience and service delivery.

Personal Information

We collect information you provide directly to us, including your name, email address, phone number, and professional details when you register for our courses or contact us for support.

Account registration details including name, email, and contact information
Professional background information for course customization
Payment information processed through secure third-party providers
Communication preferences and marketing consent
Technical information including IP address, browser type, and device information

How We Use Your Information

galysphearios uses your personal information to deliver our financial valuation education services effectively and improve your learning experience. We process your data based on legitimate business interests and your consent.

Your information helps us provide personalized course recommendations, track your progress through our valuation techniques modules, and ensure you receive relevant updates about new content and industry developments.

Course delivery and progress tracking for financial valuation programs
Customer support and technical assistance
Platform improvements and new feature development
Marketing communications about relevant courses and updates (with consent)
Compliance with legal obligations and regulatory requirements

Your Data Protection Rights

Under UK data protection law, you have several important rights regarding your personal information. We respect these rights and provide clear procedures for exercising them.

Right to Access

Request copies of your personal data and information about how we process it. We'll provide this within one month of your request.

Right to Rectification

Ask us to correct any personal information you think is inaccurate or complete information you think is incomplete.

Right to Erasure

Request that we delete your personal data, under certain circumstances, including when it's no longer necessary for the original purpose.

Right to Restrict Processing

Ask us to restrict the processing of your personal information under certain circumstances, such as while we verify its accuracy.

Right to Data Portability

Request that we transfer your data to another organization or provide it to you in a structured, machine-readable format.

Right to Object

Object to our processing of your personal data where we rely on legitimate interests as our legal basis for processing.

Data Retention and Storage

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected and to comply with legal obligations.

Data Type	Retention Period	Reason
Account Information	7 years after account closure	Financial records compliance
Course Progress Data	5 years after completion	Educational records and certification
Marketing Preferences	Until consent withdrawn	Ongoing marketing communications
Technical Logs	12 months	Security and system maintenance

Secure Storage

All personal data is stored securely using industry-standard encryption and access controls. Our systems are regularly audited and updated to maintain the highest security standards.

Third-Party Data Sharing

galysphearios does not sell your personal information to third parties. We only share your data in limited circumstances with trusted service providers who help us deliver our educational services.

Payment processors for secure transaction handling (Stripe, PayPal)
Email service providers for course communications (Mailchimp)
Cloud hosting services for platform infrastructure (AWS)
Analytics providers for platform improvement (Google Analytics with IP anonymization)
Legal authorities when required by law or court order

All third-party providers are bound by strict data processing agreements and must comply with UK data protection standards. We regularly review these relationships to ensure your data remains protected.

Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and improve our services. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

          Cookie Categories

                Essential Cookies: Required for basic website
                functionality and security
              
                Performance Cookies: Help us understand how
                visitors use our site to improve performance
              
                Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences
                and personalize your experience
              
                Marketing Cookies: Used with your consent to
                show relevant advertisements

International Data Transfers

While galysphearios is based in the United Kingdom, some of our service providers may process your data outside the UK. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for any international transfers.

All international data transfers comply with UK data protection law and include appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the Information Commissioner's Office.

Cloud infrastructure may process data in multiple jurisdictions with adequate protection
All transfers protected by approved transfer mechanisms
Regular assessment of third-country data protection standards

Children's Privacy

galysphearios's financial valuation platform is designed for professional adults and students over 18 years old. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18.

If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 18 without proper parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information as quickly as possible.

Security Measures

We implement comprehensive technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

Technical Safeguards

SSL encryption, secure databases, regular security updates, and access controls protect your data from unauthorized access.

Organizational Measures

Staff training, data handling procedures, and regular security audits ensure proper data protection practices.

Incident Response

Comprehensive breach response procedures ensure quick action and notification in the unlikely event of a security incident.

Regular Reviews

Ongoing security assessments and updates to maintain protection against evolving threats and vulnerabilities.

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 through email or prominent notices on our website.

We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy indicates when it was most recently revised.

Notification of Changes

For significant changes that affect your rights or how we process your data, we will provide at least 30 days' advance notice via email and prominent website notifications.

Privacy Questions & Contact

If you have questions about this privacy policy or wish to exercise your data protection rights, please contact our Data Protection Officer:

Email: privacy@galysphearios.com

Phone: +441752662377

Post: Data Protection Officer
galysphearios
Aberdare House, Mount Stuart Square
Cardiff CF10 5EF, United Kingdom

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) if you believe your data protection rights have been violated.