Privacy Policy
How we collect, use, and protect your information.
Your privacy matters to us. We collect only what we need, we don't sell your data, and we're transparent about how we use the information you share with us.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly to us when you fill out a contact form, book a call, or engage our services. This may include:
- Name, email address, and phone number
- Business information (revenue, industry, size, asking price or budget)
- Financial documents shared during due diligence (under NDA)
- Communications you send us by email or through our website
We also automatically collect certain technical data when you visit our website, including IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on pages. This is collected via standard analytics tools.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, operate, and improve our advisory services
- Respond to your inquiries and communicate about your engagement
- Match buyers and sellers within our network (under NDA)
- Send relevant updates about our services — you can opt out at any time
- Comply with legal obligations
- Analyze how our website is used so we can improve it
3. Information Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share information in limited circumstances:
- With potential counterparties: Only after both parties have signed an NDA and with your explicit consent
- With service providers: Trusted vendors who assist us (e.g., CRM, email, analytics) under strict confidentiality agreements
- For legal compliance: When required by law, court order, or governmental authority
- Business transfers: In connection with a merger or acquisition of Handoff Advisory itself
4. Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. Financial documents and sensitive business information shared during engagements are handled under strict confidentiality protocols. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Cookies & Tracking
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience and analyze traffic. These include:
- Essential cookies: Required for the website to function properly
- Analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site (e.g., Google Analytics)
- Marketing cookies: Used to measure the effectiveness of any advertising campaigns
You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including the right to access, correct, or delete your data. To exercise any of these rights, contact us at hello@handoffadvisory.com. We will respond within 30 days.
7. Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. For clients who do not proceed to an engagement, we typically retain contact information for up to 24 months. You may request deletion of your data at any time.
8. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies independently.
9. Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by updating the date at the top of this page. Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
11. Contact
Questions about privacy? We're happy to help. Reach us at hello@handoffadvisory.com or by mail at Handoff Advisory, handoffadvisory.com.