1. Introduction
Ridge Trading Group Co., Ltd. ("Ridge Asset Management", "we", "us", "our") is committed to protecting the privacy of individuals who visit our website, use our services, or engage with us as partners. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information in compliance with applicable privacy laws including the Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA) of South Korea and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) where applicable.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of personal information:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, postal address.
- Identification Information: Government-issued ID, passport number, or business registration number (for partnership onboarding).
- Financial Information: Bank account details, trading history, investment experience, and financial background (for partnership evaluation).
- Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device information, cookies, and usage data when you visit our website.
- Communication Records: Records of your correspondence with us, including emails and phone recordings where permitted by law.
3. How We Collect Information
We collect information through:
- Direct interactions when you fill out forms, correspond with us, or enter into agreements.
- Automated technologies when you visit our website, including cookies and analytics tools.
- Third-party sources for due diligence and compliance purposes, where permitted by law.
4. Purposes of Processing
We process your personal information for the following purposes:
- To provide and manage our trading services and partnership programs.
- To verify your identity and conduct due diligence (KYC/AML compliance).
- To communicate with you about our services, updates, and relevant opportunities.
- To improve our website and services based on user behavior and preferences.
- To comply with legal and regulatory obligations.
5. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
For individuals protected by the GDPR, we process personal data based on the following legal bases:
- Contractual Necessity: Processing necessary for the performance of a contract with you.
- Legal Obligation: Processing required to comply with applicable laws and regulations.
- Legitimate Interests: Processing for our legitimate business interests, such as improving our services and preventing fraud.
- Consent: Processing based on your consent, which you may withdraw at any time.
6. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We may share your information with:
- Regulatory authorities and law enforcement agencies as required by law.
- Service providers and business partners who assist us in operating our business (e.g., IT services, legal advisors, auditors).
- Financial institutions for payment processing and settlement purposes.
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by applicable laws and regulations. When the retention period expires, your data will be securely deleted or anonymized.
8. Your Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request access to your personal data held by us.
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Deletion: Request deletion of your data where applicable.
- Restriction: Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances.
- Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service provider.
- Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests.
9. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These include encryption, access controls, regular security assessments, and staff training on data protection.
10. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers, including standard contractual clauses or equivalent mechanisms.
11. Contact Information
For questions, concerns, or to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:
Email: info@ridge-trading-fn.it.com
Phone: 02-785-9710
Address: Samdeok Bldg, 12, Gukjegeumyung-ro 6gil-11, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Last updated: May 2026