Privacy Policy - Geeking Alpha

This Privacy Policy describes how Geeking Alpha ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our investment research platform and financial analytics services.

Information We Collect

Personal and Financial Information

We collect information you provide when you: - Create an account or subscribe to our investment services - Complete investor profiles and risk assessments - Contact us for investment guidance or support - Participate in webinars, surveys, or educational content - Use our portfolio tracking and analysis tools

Investment Data

As an investment research platform, we may collect: - Portfolio composition and investment holdings - Trading history and transaction patterns - Risk tolerance and investment objectives - Financial goals and time horizons - Investment preferences and strategies

Market Data Usage

We process and analyze: - Public market data and securities information - Economic indicators and financial news - Corporate filings and earnings reports - Analyst reports and investment research - Market trends and sentiment analysis

Technical Information

We automatically collect: - Device information and browser specifications - IP addresses and geographic location - Usage patterns and platform interaction data - Performance metrics and system logs

How We Use Your Information

Investment Services

We use your information to: - Provide personalized investment research and analysis - Deliver market insights and investment opportunities - Generate portfolio recommendations and risk assessments - Offer educational content and investment guidance - Maintain and improve our analytical algorithms

Communication

We may contact you to: - Send investment alerts and market updates - Provide account notifications and service updates - Respond to your inquiries and support requests - Share educational content and research insights - Notify you of important account or regulatory changes

Regulatory Compliance

We process information to: - Comply with securities laws and regulations - Meet reporting requirements and regulatory obligations - Verify investor accreditation and eligibility - Maintain records as required by financial authorities - Protect against fraud and ensure platform security

Investment-Specific Disclosures

Not Investment Advice

Our platform provides information and tools for research purposes only: - Content should not be considered personalized investment advice - You are responsible for your own investment decisions - We do not act as a registered investment advisor - Past performance does not guarantee future results

Risk Disclosure

All investments carry risk: - You may lose money on any investment - Market conditions can change rapidly and unexpectedly - Investment performance can vary significantly - Diversification does not eliminate investment risk

Data Sources

Our investment information comes from: - Licensed financial data providers - Public company filings and reports - Market exchanges and trading platforms - Third-party research and analysis services

Information Sharing and Disclosure

Financial Service Providers

We may share information with: - Broker-dealers and custodial services (with your consent) - Licensed financial data providers and market exchanges - Compliance and regulatory reporting services - Investment research partners and data vendors

Regulatory Requirements

We may disclose information when: - Required by securities regulations or financial authorities - Necessary for regulatory examinations or investigations - Requested by courts or legal proceedings - Needed to comply with anti-money laundering laws - Required for investor protection purposes

No Sale of Investment Data

We do not sell your personal investment information: - Portfolio holdings and trading data remain confidential - Investment preferences and strategies are protected - Personal financial information is not shared for marketing - Aggregated, anonymized data may be used for research

Data Security for Financial Information

Enhanced Security Measures

We implement robust security for financial data: - Bank-level encryption for sensitive information - Secure data centers with 24/7 monitoring - Multi-factor authentication for account access - Regular security audits and penetration testing - Employee background checks and training

Investment Data Protection

Your investment information is protected through: - Segregated storage systems for financial data - Access controls limiting data to authorized personnel - Audit trails for all data access and modifications - Incident response procedures for security breaches

Your Rights and Investment Data

Data Access and Control

You have the right to: - Access your personal and investment information - Update your investor profile and preferences - Request deletion of your account and data - Export your investment data in portable formats - Control communication preferences and notifications

Investment Preferences

You can manage: - Risk tolerance and investment objectives - Portfolio tracking and analysis settings - Research alerts and notification preferences - Data sharing permissions with third-party services

Regulatory Compliance and Investor Protection

Securities Law Compliance

We comply with: - Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regulations - Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) rules - State securities laws and regulations - International securities regulations where applicable

Investor Protection

We are committed to: - Transparent disclosure of our services and limitations - Fair dealing and ethical business practices - Protection of investor information and privacy - Compliance with best execution standards

Data Retention for Investment Records

Retention Periods

We retain information based on: - Securities law requirements and regulatory guidance - Business needs for providing investment services - Your account status and service usage - Legal obligations and potential disputes

Investment Records

Investment-related information may be retained: - For regulatory compliance periods (typically 3-7 years) - As long as your account remains active - Until you request deletion (subject to legal requirements) - For audit and examination purposes

International Considerations

Cross-Border Investment Services

If you are located outside the United States: - Investment services may be limited based on local regulations - Data transfers comply with applicable privacy laws - We may restrict access in certain jurisdictions - Local investment laws and regulations may apply

Contact Information for Investment Services

For investment-related privacy questions: - **Investment Privacy**: contact@geekingalpha.com - **Customer Service**: contact@geekingalpha.com - **Phone**: (555) 123-4567 - **Mail**:

This Privacy Policy is effective as of the date listed above and was last updated on July 22, 2025.