Privacy Policy
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The FocusShares Privacy Statement describes how we collect and protect your personal information in the course of providing you with financial services and how we may use information to improve our services or personalize your experience when using our Website.
Our Privacy Policy
We are very committed to protecting the privacy of your personal information. FocusShares wants you to know that:
- We do not sell, rent or license your personal information to anyone.
- We maintain physical, electronic and procedural safeguards that comply with federal regulations and guidelines to restrict unauthorized access to your personal information.
- We train our employees about privacy and limit access to this information.
Personal Information We May Collect
We collect personal information about you, which may include your name, physical address, e-mail address, telephone number and other information as required.
We obtain this information from the following sources:
- Information you provide online, on written applications or forms and other information you may provide;
- Information entered online that may be stored even if you do not complete or submit an application;
- Information from third parties in order to verify your identity or to prevent fraud;
- Information from third parties that you authorize to provide information to us;
- Information about your transactions, account experience, account balance, trading activity and payment history; and
- Information regarding your use of our Website that may be obtained by us or a third-party provider on our behalf through the use of cookies or web beacons.
Personal Information We Use or Disclose
FocusShares does not sell, rent or license your personal information to anyone. This applies to both current and former customers.
We use your personal information to provide services you may have requested, to respond to communications from you and to help you open new or additional accounts. We may also use information to personalize your experience on our Website or improve our Website or services.
We disclose your personal information, as permitted by law, to non-affiliated third parties that help us provide financial services to you. This includes third parties who provide statements of your accounts, transaction confirmations and check printing; or provide custody, depository or recordkeeping services. All non-affiliated third parties that accept or receive personal information from us are obligated contractually or by law or regulation to keep this information confidential and to use the information only to provide the services we ask them to perform.
We disclose personal information to government and regulatory agencies as required and as necessary to comply with a lawful summons, court order, subpoena, fraud investigation, audit or regulatory examination.
Security of Your Personal Information
We maintain physical, electronic and procedural safeguards that restrict access to your personal information. We comply with applicable laws and regulations.
These safeguards are reviewed and may be adjusted in response to advances in technology and the latest security threats.
We train our employees about privacy and our commitment to you. We restrict access to your personal information to those employees who we believe have a reasonable need to know the information in order to provide services to you or to do their jobs.
How We Use Cookies
FocusShares uses first-party and third-party cookies. Cookies are small text files sent by a Web site server to your Web browser and stored on your computer. The use of cookies helps us understand how you are using our Web site. They allow us to improve the security, content, navigation and functionality of the Web site. Additionally, we use cookies on our Web sites and the sites on which we advertise to track advertising performance and to collect aggregate data on Web page viewing. We may also use a third-party provider to track or collect such information. Cookies are not used to collect or disseminate any personal information. You can manage the placement of cookies on your computer through the features found in most Internet browsers, including adjusting your browser settings to warn you before a cookie is stored or block all cookies. You can also delete cookies that have already been placed on your computer. Consult the "Help" function of your browser to explore your options. We may also use web beacons to access our cookies. A web beacon is an electronic file on a Web page that allows us to count users who have visited that page and to recognize users by accessing our cookies.
Internet Protocol (IP) Address
As you enter our Web site, we capture and retain the IP address of the device you are using, such as a personal computer or a handheld device. The IP address does not identify you or your personal information and is used for security purposes only.
Links to Other Web Sites
We provide links to other third-party Web sites to provide information that may be of interest to you. When you select a link to a third-party site, you are subject to the privacy and security policies of the third party.
How to Protect Yourself
We encourage you to protect your personal computers by using the Security Checklist under the Security Section and ensure your account information is stored securely, transactions are accurately reflected and contact information is up-to-date.
In addition, the federal government and technology industry have developed practical tips to help you be on guard against internet fraud, secure your computer and protect your information. You can find more information at www.onguardonline.gov.
Revisions
FocusShares reserves the right to make changes to this Privacy Statement at any time. Any changes or updates become effective immediately upon posting to this site. Please check the "Last Revision" date below to determine if there have been any changes since you have last reviewed our Privacy Statement.
Last Revision: [March 30, 2011]
Questions and Concerns
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Statement, please contact us at:
FocusShares does not sell, rent or license your personal information to anyone. This applies to both current and former customers.
We use your personal information to provide services you may have requested, to respond to communications from you and to help you open new or additional accounts. We may also use information to personalize your experience on our Website or improve our Website or services.
We disclose your personal information, as permitted by law, to non-affiliated third parties that help us provide financial services to you. This includes third parties who provide statements of your accounts, transaction confirmations and check printing; or provide custody, depository or recordkeeping services. All non-affiliated third parties that accept or receive personal information from us are obligated contractually or by law or regulation to keep this information confidential and to use the information only to provide the services we ask them to perform.
We disclose personal information to government and regulatory agencies as required and as necessary to comply with a lawful summons, court order, subpoena, fraud investigation, audit or regulatory examination.
Security of Your Personal Information
We maintain physical, electronic and procedural safeguards that restrict access to your personal information. We comply with applicable laws and regulations.
These safeguards are reviewed and may be adjusted in response to advances in technology and the latest security threats.
We train our employees about privacy and our commitment to you. We restrict access to your personal information to those employees who we believe have a reasonable need to know the information in order to provide services to you or to do their jobs.
How We Use Cookies
FocusShares uses first-party and third-party cookies. Cookies are small text files sent by a Web site server to your Web browser and stored on your computer. The use of cookies helps us understand how you are using our Web site. They allow us to improve the security, content, navigation and functionality of the Web site. Additionally, we use cookies on our Web sites and the sites on which we advertise to track advertising performance and to collect aggregate data on Web page viewing. We may also use a third-party provider to track or collect such information. Cookies are not used to collect or disseminate any personal information. You can manage the placement of cookies on your computer through the features found in most Internet browsers, including adjusting your browser settings to warn you before a cookie is stored or block all cookies. You can also delete cookies that have already been placed on your computer. Consult the "Help" function of your browser to explore your options. We may also use web beacons to access our cookies. A web beacon is an electronic file on a Web page that allows us to count users who have visited that page and to recognize users by accessing our cookies.
Internet Protocol (IP) Address
As you enter our Web site, we capture and retain the IP address of the device you are using, such as a personal computer or a handheld device. The IP address does not identify you or your personal information and is used for security purposes only.
Links to Other Web Sites
We provide links to other third-party Web sites to provide information that may be of interest to you. When you select a link to a third-party site, you are subject to the privacy and security policies of the third party.
How to Protect Yourself
We encourage you to protect your personal computers by using the Security Checklist under the Security Section and ensure your account information is stored securely, transactions are accurately reflected and contact information is up-to-date.
In addition, the federal government and technology industry have developed practical tips to help you be on guard against internet fraud, secure your computer and protect your information. You can find more information at www.onguardonline.gov.
Revisions
FocusShares reserves the right to make changes to this Privacy Statement at any time. Any changes or updates become effective immediately upon posting to this site. Please check the "Last Revision" date below to determine if there have been any changes since you have last reviewed our Privacy Statement.
Last Revision: [March 30, 2011]
Questions and Concerns
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Statement, please contact us at:
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