Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Manulife Strategic Growth ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or engage our services.

This policy applies to all information collected through our website, during consultations, workshops, and any other interactions with our business.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We collect information that you voluntarily provide when you:

• Contact us through forms on our website
• Register for workshops or programs
• Engage our consulting services
• Subscribe to communications
• Communicate with us by phone, email, or in person

This information may include: name, email address, phone number, company name, job title, business information, and any other details you choose to share.

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information including:

• IP address and location data
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited and time spent
• Referring website

2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. You can control cookie preferences through our cookie consent banner and your browser settings. See our Cookie Policy for detailed information.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for the following purposes:

• Responding to your inquiries and providing requested information
• Scheduling and delivering consulting services and workshops
• Communicating about our services and programs
• Improving our website and services
• Analyzing website usage and performance
• Complying with legal obligations
• Protecting against fraud and security threats

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we process your personal data based on:

• Consent: You have given clear consent for us to process your personal data for specific purposes
• Contract: Processing is necessary for a contract we have with you or to take steps at your request before entering a contract
• Legal Obligation: Processing is necessary for compliance with legal obligations
• Legitimate Interests: Processing is necessary for our legitimate business interests, provided these don't override your rights

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

• Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist with website hosting, email delivery, analytics, and other business operations
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request
• Business Transfers: In connection with any merger, sale of company assets, or acquisition

All third-party service providers are required to maintain confidentiality and security of your information.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Secure server infrastructure
• Encryption of sensitive data
• Regular security assessments
• Access controls and authentication
• Staff training on data protection

However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Retention periods vary based on:

• The nature of the information
• The purpose for which it was collected
• Legal and regulatory requirements
• Our legitimate business needs

When information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

8. Your Rights Under GDPR

If you are located in the European Economic Area or United Kingdom, you have the following rights:

• Right of Access: Request copies of your personal data
• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data in certain circumstances
• Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of how we use your data
• Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
• Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@myonlinemanulife.com. We will respond within one month.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside Ireland and the European Economic Area. When we transfer data internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with GDPR requirements.

10. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us so we can delete such information.

11. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Manulife Strategic Growth
6 Henry St, North City
Dublin, D01 NY32
Ireland

Email: info@myonlinemanulife.com
Phone: +353 1 575 9926

14. Supervisory Authority

If you are located in the EEA or UK and believe we have not adequately addressed your concerns, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection supervisory authority.

For Ireland, the supervisory authority is the Data Protection Commission: www.dataprotection.ie