Last updated: 07.01.26

This Privacy Policy explains how Bridgewater Alliance Ltd (“Bridgewater Alliance”, “we”, “us” or “our”) collects, uses and protects personal data when you access or use our website, apply for or hold membership, attend events, or otherwise engage with our services.

This policy is intended to comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

1. Who We Are

Bridgewater Alliance Ltd operates a publishing, study, membership and events platform supporting founders, investors and other participants through insight, education, events and structured engagement.
We are the data controller in respect of personal data collected through our website and services.


2. What Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following categories of personal data:

• Identity information (name, role, organisation)

• Contact information (email address, telephone number)

• Profile information (founder or investor background, interests, preferences)

• Application information (information submitted as part of a membership application)

• Engagement data (event attendance, study participation, platform interactions)

• Technical data (IP address, browser type, device information)

• Communications data (emails or messages you send to us)
   

We do not intentionally collect special category data.


3. How We Use Your Information

We use personal data only where we have a lawful basis to do so. The primary purposes include:
 

• Reviewing and administering membership applications

• Managing member accounts and platform access

• Delivering Study sessions, events and content

• Facilitating structured introductions where independently requested

• Communicating about relevant Alliance activity

• Improving the quality and relevance of the Service

• Meeting legal, regulatory or operational requirements
   

Bridgewater Alliance does not use personal data to provide investment advice or to promote specific investments.


4. Lawful Bases for Processing

We process personal data on one or more of the following lawful bases:

• Consent (where you have explicitly opted in)

• Contractual necessity (to administer membership or services)

• Legitimate interests (to operate and improve the Service, in a way that does not override your rights)

• Legal obligation (where required by law)
  
   

5. Confidentiality & Sharing of Information

All information submitted as part of an application or membership is treated as confidential.

We do not sell personal data.

We may share personal data only:
 

• With trusted service providers acting on our instructions (e.g. hosting, payment processing)

• Where you expressly request an introduction or sharing

• Where required by law or regulation

• In the event of a corporate restructuring or sale (see Section 9)
   

We do not share personal data with other members or third parties without consent.


6. Communications & Opting Out

You may receive communications relating to:

• Membership administration

• Events, Study and platform activity

• Important service updates
   

You can opt out of non-essential communications at any time using the links provided or by contacting us directly.

We do not send unsolicited marketing on behalf of third parties.


7. Cookies & Analytics

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Enable core site functionality

• Understand how the Service is used

• Improve user experience
   

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Further details are provided in our Cookies Policy.


8. Social Media & Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to third-party websites or social media platforms.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party services. Please review their privacy policies before submitting personal data.


9. Business Sale or Transfer

In the event of a merger, acquisition or sale of all or part of Bridgewater Alliance, personal data may be transferred as part of that transaction, subject to applicable data protection laws.


10. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to:

• Fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy

• Meet legal or regulatory requirements
   

You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal obligations.


11. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data

• Request correction of inaccurate data

• Request erasure (“right to be forgotten”)

• Restrict or object to processing

• Request data portability

• Withdraw consent (where applicable)
   

Requests can be made using the contact details below.


12. Children

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect data from children.


13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.


14. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:
Email: info@bridgewateralliance.co.uk

Company: Bridgewater Alliance Ltd