Privacy Policy
Last updated: April 2026
Data Controller: The Scot Fund Ltd, registered in Scotland.
What We Collect
When you verify your investor status, submit an enquiry, or contact us, we collect your name, email address, phone number, investor certification type, and any additional information you provide. We also collect standard web analytics data.
Why We Collect It
- To verify your investor status as required by the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000
- To respond to investment enquiries and provide requested information
- To comply with regulatory requirements and anti-money laundering obligations
- To improve our website and services
Legal Basis
We process your data under legitimate interest (responding to enquiries), legal obligation (financial promotion regulations, AML), and consent (marketing communications).
How Long We Keep It
Investor certification records are retained for 5 years after your last interaction, as required by financial services regulations. General enquiry data is retained for 2 years. You can request deletion at any time (subject to legal retention requirements).
Who We Share It With
We do not sell your data. We may share it with: our solicitors, accountants, compliance advisors, and technology service providers — all bound by data processing agreements and confidentiality obligations.
Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to: access your data, rectify inaccuracies, request deletion, restrict processing, data portability, and object to processing. Contact investors@thescotfund.com to exercise these rights.
Cookies
We use essential cookies for site functionality, including the investor certification cookie which is stored for 30 days. No third-party advertising cookies are used.
Contact
investors@thescotfund.com
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk.