The Aurinko Fund

We may change this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make changes, we will notify you by revising the date at the top of this policy and, in some cases, we may provide you with more prominent notice (such as adding a statement to our homepage or sending you an email notification).

1. Information We Collect

A. Information You Provide Directly

When you interact with THE AURINKO FUND, whether by registering an account, completing identity verification, submitting a form, or initiating a transaction, you provide us with personal information. This may include:

  • Identity Data: Full name, date of birth, gender, nationality, marital status, residential address, contact details, government-issued IDs, biometric data, and facial photographs.

  • Financial Data: Bank account numbers, payment methods, crypto wallet addresses, transaction histories, and asset holdings.

  • KYC/AML Data: Government IDs, proof of residence, financial background, compliance checks, and any documentation required by regulatory bodies.

  • Communications & Preferences: Customer support inquiries, responses to surveys, marketing preferences, or participation in loyalty programs or promotions.

We collect this information to fulfill our regulatory obligations, maintain the integrity of our Services, and deliver a seamless and secure customer experience.

B. Information We Collect Automatically

When you access our platform or use our services, we automatically capture certain technical and behavioral data, including:

  • Usage Activity: Log-in timestamps, page visits, clicked links, session durations, transaction data, kiosk interactions, etc.

  • Device & Network Data: IP address, device ID, browser type, OS version, language settings, mobile carrier, and connection type.

  • Location Data: With your consent, we may access precise geolocation information to verify identity or enable location-based services.

  • Cookies & Tracking Technologies: We utilize cookies, pixels, and similar tools to enhance performance, analyze usage trends, personalize experiences, and measure the effectiveness of our campaigns.

You can manage or disable tracking preferences via your browser or device settings at any time.

C. Information from Third-Party Sources

To validate your identity or enrich our services, we may receive data from:

  • Verification Services: Identity and background checks, credit bureaus, and fraud prevention databases.

  • Advertising Partners: For audience insights and targeted communications.

  • Other Users: If someone sends you funds or refers you to the platform.

We ensure that such data is collected and processed in compliance with applicable laws and the highest privacy standards.


2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data to provide, manage, and secure our services, and to fulfill our legal and regulatory obligations, including:

  • Verifying your identity and conducting AML/KYC checks.

  • Executing and recording your transactions accurately.

  • Detecting and preventing fraud or financial crime.

  • Customizing your user experience and providing relevant recommendations.

  • Responding to your support queries and service requests.

  • Informing you of updates, offers, promotions, and market insights.

  • Fulfilling our obligations under UK law and FCA regulation.

  • Conducting internal audits, data analytics, and service improvements.

  • Complying with subpoenas, court orders, and other legal requirements.

We will never use your data in a way that conflicts with your rights or without a lawful basis.


3. Sharing of Information

We may disclose your information in the following contexts:

  • Trusted Service Providers: For identity verification, fraud detection, payment processing, hosting, marketing, and customer support.

  • Regulatory Authorities: To comply with laws, enforce our Terms, or respond to legal investigations.

  • Corporate Entities: Within our group (parent, subsidiaries, affiliates) for operational efficiency and to enhance your experience.

  • Strategic Partnerships: With integration or marketing partners where you have opted in.

  • Business Transactions: In the event of a merger, asset transfer, acquisition, or reorganization.

  • Legal Protection: Where required to defend against legal claims or protect public safety.

  • With Your Consent: In all other cases, we will ask for your explicit permission before sharing your data.

We also share anonymized or aggregated data that does not identify individuals for research, reporting, and analytics.


4. Advertising and Analytics

We work with reputable third parties to deliver advertising and performance analytics. These entities may use cookies and similar technologies to monitor your online behavior across websites and applications to:

  • Show tailored ads based on your interests.

  • Measure campaign performance.

  • Analyze trends and optimize user journeys.

You may opt out of interest-based advertising via YourAdChoices or Your Online Choices (EU).

Your device may offer additional privacy controls such as “Limit Ad Tracking” or “Opt Out of Ads Personalization.”


5. International Data Transfers

As a UK-regulated entity, THE AURINKO FUND may process your personal data in the UK or other jurisdictions. Some of these countries may not offer the same level of data protection as your own. In such cases, we ensure safeguards are in place (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses or adequacy decisions) to protect your data in accordance with UK and EU GDPR.


6. Your Rights and Choices

You have rights over your personal data. These include the right to:

  • Access, rectify, or erase your data.

  • Object to or restrict certain processing activities.

  • Withdraw consent (where applicable).

  • Opt out of marketing communications.

  • Disable cookies and location tracking.

  • File a complaint with a data protection authority.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at privacy@aurinkofund.com.


7. California, Illinois & Vermont Residents

In accordance with state-specific laws such as CCPA, BIPA, and Vermont Regulation B-2018-01, we recognize additional rights for residents of California, Illinois, and Vermont regarding:

  • Biometric data collection and use.

  • Disclosure and sale of personal data.

  • Non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights.

  • Consent-based sharing and financial incentives.

Please refer to our State-Specific Disclosures section for full details or contact us directly.


8. Contact Us

For any questions, requests, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact our Data Protection Officer:

Email: privacy@aurinkofund.com
Address: THE AURINKO FUND, United Kingdom
Registration: FCA-Regulated Investment Fund (ICVC No. IC000104)