Vertical Strategy (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or engage with our advisory services.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

1.1 Personal Information

• Full name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Company name

• Job title

• Any information submitted via contact forms or consultation requests

1.2 Professional & Business Information

• Company details

• Regulatory or compliance-related information shared during consultations

• Project-related documentation

1.3 Technical Information

• IP address

• Browser type and version

• Device information

• Website usage data (analytics, cookies)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Respond to inquiries and consultation requests

• Deliver advisory and consulting services

• Improve our website and user experience

• Communicate updates, insights, or industry content (if opted-in)

• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

We do not sell personal information to third parties.

3. Legal Basis for Processing (If Applicable)

Where required by law (such as GDPR), we process personal data based on:

• Your consent

• Performance of a contract

• Compliance with legal obligations

• Legitimate business interests

4. Data Sharing & Disclosure

We may share information:

• With trusted service providers (hosting, analytics, CRM systems)

• With legal or regulatory authorities if required

• In connection with a business restructuring or merger

All third parties are required to maintain appropriate confidentiality and data protection standards.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure.

However, no online transmission method is 100% secure.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to:

• Fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy

• Comply with legal, regulatory, or contractual obligations

7. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

• Access your personal data

• Request correction of inaccurate data

• Request deletion of your data

• Restrict or object to processing

• Withdraw consent

• Request data portability

To exercise your rights, contact us.

8. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and analytics tools to enhance user experience and monitor performance.

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

9. International Data Transfers

If you access our website from outside our operating jurisdiction, your data may be transferred and processed in countries where data protection laws may differ.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external sites.

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us.