Privacy Policy
Before using this website, please read this policy! Use of this website constitutes as acceptance of the terms of this policy. Please do not access this website or share any information if you do not agree to the terms below. We reserve the right to update the terms of this policy and such changes will be posted on this page.
Koan is dedicated to protecting the confidentiality and privacy of information entrusted to it. As part of this fundamental obligation, Koan is committed to the appropriate protection and use of personal information (sometimes referred to as “personally identifiable information” or “PII”) that has been collected online.
Generally, our intent is to collect only the personal information that is provided voluntarily by online visitors so that we can offer information and/or services to those individuals or offer information about employment opportunities. Please review this Privacy Statement (“Privacy Statement”) to learn more about how we collect, use, share and protect the PII that we have obtained.
What Information do we “Collect”?
Information you give us
When you use this Website, we collect and store your information, which is provided to us by you, such as information requested to respond to your general enquiries, which is limited to your name, email address, phone number and your employer’s name.
Information collected by us
Certain data may be collected from the device on which you use this Website including but not limited to technical information, such as configuration information made available by your web browser or other programs you use to access the Platform, your IP address and the device’ s version, identification number and other attributes (such as operating system, hardware and software versions, available storage space), and any content viewed on the Website.
Information from other resources
Beyond this, we may also obtain your information as provided to us by another source, such as your business associates, your employer, etc.
How do we “Use” your Information?
We use your information to:
- respond to your general enquiries, provide relevant services when requested and for recruiting applicants;
- develop new services and improve the existing services on the Website; and
- to comply with our legal obligations.
How and With Whom do we “Share” your Information?
We do not sell or trade or rent your information in any way. Your information may be used by associates, partners, or any third parties working for or with us for the purposes listed in “How do we “Use” your Information?” above. Other than the persons working for or with us, your information may also be passed on to third parties that perform services for us such as information technology suppliers, security providers, special consultants, etc. We may further disclose your information as required to any legal or regulatory body in order to protect our, or your, or of others’ privacy, safety, or rights.
Where do we “Store” your Information?
If you have provided us with your information pursuant to employment opportunities or internships, and have joined us in such capacity, we will retain such information on our email account so long as you retain that position with us and thereafter, for a minimum period as provided by applicable law. If you do not join us after the application, we may retain your information for a minimum period as provided by applicable law to consider you for future opportunities.
Apart from the above-mentioned reasons, we may retain your information for any legitimate purposes such as to satisfy our legal and professional obligations.
How do we “Protect” your Information?
We take appropriate technical and security measures to protect your information in electronic or physical form. In order to prevent unauthorized access, modification, or disclosure of your information, we take appropriate security measures as provided by applicable law.
Despite all measures we take, we cannot guarantee the security of our emails or that your information will not be intercepted while being transferred to us, since some things are beyond our control. That being said, we will keep updating this Policy from time to time to incorporate necessary changes in the future.
What about “Cookies”?
Cookies may be placed on your computer or internet-enabled device whenever you visit us online. This allows the site to remember your computer or device and serves a number of purposes. Upon visiting our website, a notification banner may appear requiring your consent to collect cookies. If you do not provide consent, your computer or internet-enabled device will not be tracked. A secondary type of cookie referred to as “user-input” cookies may still be required for necessary functionality. Such cookies will not be blocked using this notification banner. Your selection will be saved in a cookie and is valid for a period of 90 days. If you wish to revoke your selection, you may do so by clearing your browser’s cookies.
Although most browsers automatically accept cookies, you can choose whether or not to accept cookies via your browser’s settings (often found in your browser’s Tools or Preferences menu). You may also delete cookies from your device at any time. However, please be aware that if you do not accept cookies, you may not be able to fully experience some of our web sites’ features.
Links to other sites
Please be aware that our website may contain links to other sites, including sites maintained by third parties that are not governed by this Privacy Statement but by other privacy statements that will often differ somewhat. We encourage you to review the privacy policy of each web site visited before disclosing any personal information.
What if you want to Contact Us or Report a Violation of this Website to us?
If you have any queries relating to the processing or usage of your information, please email us at contactus@koanadvisory.com