DriftUpNet ("we," "our," or "us") operates as an algorithmic trading education platform serving students and professionals in Taiwan and internationally. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and manage your personal information when you interact with our website, educational programs, and related services.

We take your privacy seriously and are committed to protecting your personal data in accordance with Taiwan's Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) and applicable international privacy regulations. This policy applies to all users of driftupnet.com and our educational services, regardless of how you access or use our platform.

We collect various types of information to provide and improve our educational services. The data we gather helps us customize your learning experience and maintain the security of our platform.

Our website automatically collects certain information through cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies. This includes your browsing behavior, interaction patterns with our content, and technical information about your device and connection. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings, though some features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

We use the information we collect for several legitimate business purposes that directly support our educational mission and improve your experience with our services.

Under Taiwan's PDPA and applicable international laws, we process your personal data based on several legal grounds including your consent, contractual necessity for providing educational services, legitimate business interests, and legal compliance requirements. We will always inform you of the specific legal basis when collecting your information.

We respect your privacy and do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes. However, we may share your information in specific circumstances as outlined below.

We work with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our platform and delivering educational services. These include payment processors, email service providers, cloud hosting companies, and educational technology platforms. All service providers are bound by strict confidentiality agreements and are only permitted to process your data as necessary to provide their specific services.

We may disclose your information when required by law, legal process, or government request. We may also share information to protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users or the public, including in cases of suspected fraud or security threats.

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or part of our business, your personal information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you via email or prominent notice on our website of any such change in ownership or control of your personal information.

Under Taiwan's Personal Data Protection Act and applicable international privacy laws, you have several important rights regarding your personal data. We are committed to helping you exercise these rights in a timely and effective manner.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided at the end of this policy. We may need to verify your identity before processing your request. Most requests will be handled within 30 days, though complex requests may take longer. We will keep you informed throughout the process and explain any delays.

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our security practices are regularly reviewed and updated to address evolving threats and maintain the highest standards of data protection.

In the unlikely event of a data breach that poses a risk to your personal information, we will notify affected users and relevant authorities as required by law. We maintain detailed incident response procedures to minimize impact and prevent future occurrences.

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy, comply with legal obligations, and resolve disputes. Our retention periods vary based on the type of information and its intended use.

We have implemented automated systems to delete personal data when retention periods expire. You can also request earlier deletion of your information by contacting us directly, subject to any legal obligations that may require longer retention.

As part of our educational services, we may transfer your personal data to countries outside of Taiwan. When such transfers occur, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information according to Taiwan's data protection standards.

We only transfer data to countries with adequate data protection laws or use approved transfer mechanisms such as standard contractual clauses. All international service providers are required to maintain the same level of data protection as required under Taiwan law.

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site usage, and deliver personalized content. We respect your choices regarding these technologies and provide clear options for managing your preferences.

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences or our cookie consent tool. Disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality, but will not prevent access to our core educational content. We recommend reviewing our cookie policy for detailed information about each type of cookie and your control options.

Our algorithmic trading education programs are designed for adults and professionals. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 18 years of age. If you are under 18, please do not provide personal information through our website or services.

If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from someone under 18, we will take immediate steps to delete that information. Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided personal information to us should contact us immediately.

We may update this privacy policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or business operations. When we make significant changes, we will notify you through email or prominent notices on our website.

We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we protect your personal information. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy indicates when the most recent changes were made. Your continued use of our services after policy updates constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.