Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 24th February 2024

Welcome to Octanova SCR SA (“Octanova,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information in compliance with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website (octanova.pt).

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of personal information:

Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, phone number, company name, and other contact information.
Technical Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device information, and website usage data collected through cookies and similar technologies.
Financial Information: Only if required for investments or legal purposes, such as banking details or payment verification.
Communication Data: Information provided through contact forms, email exchanges, and other inquiries.

2. How We Use Your Information

We process your personal information for the following purposes:

To provide and manage our investment services.
To respond to your inquiries and requests.
To comply with legal obligations, including anti-money laundering (AML) and financial regulations.
To improve website functionality, monitor usage, and prevent fraud.
To provide updates, newsletters, and marketing communications (with your consent).

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

Contractual Obligation: When necessary to fulfill our obligations under a contract.
Legal Compliance: To meet our regulatory obligations, including financial and anti-money laundering laws.
Legitimate Interest: For business operations and service improvement, ensuring it does not override your rights.

Consent: When required for marketing communications and cookie usage.

4. Sharing Your Information

We may share your information with:

Regulatory Authorities: Including CMVM, as required by law.
Service Providers: Entities providing IT, legal, or compliance services.
Investment Partners: Only with your prior consent.
Third-Party Custodians: For safekeeping of assets, where applicable.

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined above or as required by applicable law, including anti-money laundering regulations and financial record-keeping obligations.

6. Security of Your Data

We implement robust technical and organizational measures to safeguard your personal information, including encryption, secure servers, and restricted access protocols.

7. Your Data Protection Rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

Access, update, or delete your personal information.
Object to processing based on legitimate interests.
Withdraw consent at any time (if processing is based on consent).
Request data portability.

You can exercise your rights by contacting us at hello@octanova.pt.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies to improve user experience and monitor website traffic. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

9. Third-Party Links

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

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be communicated via our website or email.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data protection rights, please contact:

Octanova SCR SA
Rua do Cais das Naus, Lote 1B e 1C, Lisboa, Portugal
Email: hello@octanova.pt

Phone: +351 21 589 84 84