M&A TECH GROUP LTD, a company incorporated and registered in England and Wales under company number 15374788, with its registered office at 91 Battersea Park Road, London, England, SW8 4DU ("the Company", "we", "our", or "us"), respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy ("Policy") explains how we collect, use, store, and disclose information about individuals who access, browse, register, or otherwise use our website, platform, or related services ("Services"). Our Services provide a platform for our members to connect and interact with each other directly. We act solely as a platform provider and are not a party to any negotiations or transactions, which are conducted directly between members.
By using our Services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy. This acknowledgement does not constitute legal consent for our processing activities. Where we require your consent for processing, such as for non-essential cookies or direct marketing, we will ask for it via a separate, clear, and affirmative action. If you do not agree with this Policy, you must refrain from using our Services.
1. Information We Collect
1.1Personal Information
We may collect information that identifies you personally, including but not limited to your name, email address, telephone number, postal address, company information, and other identifiers when you register for an account or use our Services.
1.2Account Credentials
We collect authentication information such as passwords, two-factor authentication codes, or biometric identifiers necessary to provide access to your account.
1.3Transactional and Verification Data
We may collect financial, corporate, or documentary information necessary for account verification or evaluation, including bank statements, proof of funds, and other financial records.
1.4Technical Information
We may automatically collect information regarding your device, browser, IP address, operating system, and interactions with the Services (including cookies and usage analytics).
1.5Communications
We may collect information from communications with the Company, including emails, support requests, or other messages.
1.6Audio, Video, and Meeting Transcripts
When you participate in online meetings or video conferences with us (e.g., via Google Meet, Zoom, or similar platforms), we may, subject to your prior notice and consent, use third-party AI meeting assistants and transcription tools (such as Fathom AI Meeting Assistant, Read.ai, MeetGeek or similar services) to record the audio and video, and generate text transcripts and summaries of the conversation.
2. How We Use Your Information
2.1To provide, operate, and maintain the Services.
2.2To verify your identity and account information in accordance with our User Verification procedures.
2.3To communicate with you regarding your account, updates, and administrative or security notices.
2.4To assess creditworthiness, financial standing, or payment capability in connection with Services.
2.5To monitor and prevent fraudulent, illegal, or unauthorized activity, and to enforce our Terms of Use.
2.6To improve and develop the Services, including analytics and research.
2.7To comply with legal obligations, regulatory requirements, or governmental requests.
2.8To maintain accurate records of our business discussions, generate meeting summaries, and ensure quality of service through the use of AI-powered transcription and note-taking tools.
3. Our Role as a Member-to-Member Platform
3.1Data Controller Roles
M&A TECH GROUP LTD acts as the data controller for:
(a) Your registration and account information
(b) Platform access, authentication, and membership administration
(c) Communications facilitation between members
(d) Platform security, analytics, and fraud prevention
(e) Verification and compliance activities (KYC/AML)
When you interact with other members to conduct transactions, you and the other member become independent data controllers for any personal data you exchange. Each party is responsible for complying with UK data protection law for the personal data they collect from or about the other party.
3.2Member Responsibilities as Data Controllers
As a member conducting transactions through our platform, you are responsible for:
(a) Complying with UK GDPR when collecting personal data about individuals at target companies, counterparties, advisers, or other relevant parties
(b) Providing privacy notices to individuals whose data you collect
(c) Establishing your own lawful basis for processing personal data
(d) Responding to data subject rights requests regarding data you control
(e) Ensuring appropriate security measures for personal data in your possession
3.3General Principle
Our primary role is to provide a platform and tools to facilitate connections between our members. We are not a party to any transaction or communication that may occur between members. The decision to interact, share information, or enter into any agreement is at the sole discretion of our members.
3.4Member-to-Member Communications
We may facilitate communication between members through on-platform messaging or other tools. We process the content and metadata of these communications as a processor on behalf of the communicating members for the purposes of message delivery. However, we process metadata and content as a data controller for the purposes of platform security, fraud prevention, and compliance with our legal obligations. We do not use the content of member communications for marketing, product development, or other unrelated purposes. The content of these communications is confidential between the participating members. We will not share their content beyond the intended recipients, except where required by law.
3.5Confidential Deal Information
We recognise that members may share sensitive and confidential information related to potential transactions ("Confidential Deal Information"). Confidential Deal Information includes, but is not limited to, Confidential Information Memoranda (CIMs), Confidential Business Reviews (CBRs), financial statements, presentations, term sheets, supporting documents, and any other materials uploaded by users related to a business transaction.
The sharing of Confidential Deal Information is controlled entirely by our members. Information will only be shared when a member, in their sole discretion, chooses to share it with another member.
We do not use Confidential Deal Information for any purpose other than to facilitate the transaction process as initiated and directed by our members. We will not use this information for our own marketing, product development, or any other unrelated purpose.
Limitations on Access: Access to Confidential Deal Information by M&A TECH GROUP LTD personnel is strictly limited to those required to carry out technical and operational support. No personnel may access these materials outside of this strict operational scope.
Data Use and Anonymization: We may use aggregated and completely anonymized data (stripped of all personal and deal-specific identifiable elements) solely to improve platform performance or produce general market insights. Identifiable deal-specific data will never be used for AI training, marketing, or publication.
Retention and Deletion: Upon deal closure or abandonment, users may instruct us to delete all related Confidential Deal Materials by contacting privacy@n5deal.com.
3.6Member Profile Visibility
Certain profile information (such as company name, industry sector, and general investment interests) may be visible to other verified members to facilitate connections. You control what information is displayed in your profile through your account settings. Personal contact information (email, phone number, full address) is not shared with other members without your explicit action to share it.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
Where applicable under data protection law, we process personal data on the following legal bases:
(a) Your consent (e.g., account registration or communication preferences).
(b) Performance of a contract or taking steps prior to entering into a contract.
(c) Compliance with legal or regulatory obligations.
(d) Legitimate interests, such as ensuring security, preventing fraud, and improving the Services.
5. Sharing Your Information
5.1Third-Party Service Providers
We may share your data with vendors, contractors, or service providers who perform services on our behalf (e.g., hosting, analytics, verification, AI-powered meeting transcription and recording services).
5.2Regulatory or Legal Compliance
We may disclose information if required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request.
5.3Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, personal data may be transferred as part of the business transaction.
5.4Protection of Rights
We may disclose information to protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users or third parties.
5.5Sale and Sharing of Personal Data (CPRA Notice)
We do not sell your personal data for monetary consideration. However, under California law (CPRA), the use of certain third-party cookies for analytics and advertising may be considered "sharing" or "selling" of personal data. You have the right to opt-out of such sharing via the "Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information" link in our footer or by adjusting your Cookie Settings.
6. Data Retention
6.1We retain personal data only as long as necessary to provide the Services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, enforce agreements, or for legitimate business purposes.
6.2When personal data is no longer required, we will securely delete, anonymize, or aggregate it.
7. Data Security
7.1We implement appropriate technical, administrative, and physical measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
7.2Users are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of their account credentials and must notify the Company immediately of any suspected unauthorized access.
7.3Despite our efforts, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure; we cannot guarantee absolute security of personal data.
7.4Specifically for Confidential Deal Information, we employ enhanced security measures including strict access controls, access logging, and, where applicable, document watermarking to protect the integrity and confidentiality of deal materials.
8. Your Rights
8.1Rights for EEA and UK Residents (GDPR)
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
(a) Access and obtain a copy of your personal data.
(b) Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
(c) Request deletion or restriction of processing.
(d) Object to certain processing activities.
(e) Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
(f) Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority (e.g., the UK Information Commissioner's Office).
8.2Rights for California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)
If you are a resident of California, you have specific rights regarding your personal information:
(a) Right to Know: You may request details about the categories of personal information we have collected, the sources, and the specific pieces of data.
(b) Right to Delete: You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.
(c) Right to Opt-Out of Sale or Sharing: You have the right to direct us not to sell or share your personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising.
(d) Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Personal Information: You can limit the use of your sensitive personal data (e.g., financial information) to only what is necessary to perform the services.
(e) Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of these rights.
To exercise your rights, please contact us at privacy@n5deal.com.
9. Cookies and Tracking
9.1We may use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to enhance the functionality of the Services, track usage, and provide analytics. For detailed information, please refer to our separate Cookie Policy.
9.2You can manage cookie preferences via your browser settings, but disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the Services.
9.3Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Residents of California and certain other jurisdictions can opt-out of the selling or sharing of their personal information by clicking the "Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information" link in the website footer or by adjusting their preferences in the Cookie Settings.
10. International Transfers
10.1Personal data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the United Kingdom.
10.2We ensure appropriate safeguards, such as standard contractual clauses or equivalent legal mechanisms, to protect data in international transfers.
11. Third-Party Links
11.1Our Services may contain links to third-party websites or services.
11.2We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites. You should review their privacy policies before providing any personal data.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
12.1We may update this Policy at any time, in whole or in part, to reflect changes in the law, regulations, Services, or business practices.
12.2Updates will be effective immediately upon posting to our website, unless otherwise specified.
12.3Continued use of the Services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
13. Additional Notice for California Residents
In the preceding 12 months, we have collected the following categories of personal information:
(a) Identifiers: (Name, email, IP address).
(b) Commercial Information: (Transaction records).
(c) Internet Activity: (Browsing history, interaction with our platform).
(d) Sensitive Personal Information: (Account log-ins, financial account numbers as mentioned in section 1.3).
We use this information for the business purposes described in Section 2. We do not knowingly sell or share the personal information of consumers under 16 years of age.
14. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or complaints about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact:
M&A TECH GROUP LTD
Email: privacy@n5deal.com
Registered Office: 91 Battersea Park Road, London, England, SW8 4DU