Data Governance

Privacy Policy

How we secure and process personal data in compliance with GDPR, nFADP, and CCPA regulations.

1. Introduction

A-Resolve is committed to protecting the privacy, confidentiality, and security of personal data processed through its dispute resolution platform.

This Privacy Policy explains how personal information is collected, used, disclosed, retained, and protected.

This Policy is designed to align with:
• EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR);
• Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (nFADP);
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA).

2. Data Controller

The operator of A-Resolve acts as the data controller for personal information processed through the Platform unless otherwise stated.

Contact: support@a-resolve.com

3. Categories of Data Collected

We may collect the following categories of data:

Identification Data:
• name;
• address;
• nationality;
• date of birth;
• identification documents.

Contact Data:
• email address;
• telephone number;
• correspondence details.

Account Data:
• usernames;
• authentication information;
• activity logs.

Case Data:
• pleadings;
• evidence;
• contracts;
• witness statements;
• awards;
• settlement agreements.

Technical Data:
• IP addresses;
• browser information;
• device information;
• cookies and usage analytics.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Where GDPR applies, processing may be based upon:
• performance of a contract;
• compliance with legal obligations;
• legitimate interests;
• consent;
• establishment, exercise, or defence of legal claims.

5. Purpose of Processing

Data may be processed for:
• case administration;
• dispute resolution services;
• identity verification;
• compliance and regulatory obligations;
• fraud prevention;
• platform security;
• customer support;
• service improvement.

6. Sharing of Information

Data may be shared with:
• arbitrators;
• mediators;
• experts;
• platform administrators;
• service providers;
• legal advisers;
• competent authorities where legally required.

Data shall not be sold to third parties.

7. International Data Transfers

Personal data may be transferred internationally where necessary for dispute resolution proceedings.

Appropriate safeguards shall be implemented where required by applicable law.

8. Data Retention

Case records may be retained:
• during active proceedings;
• for legal, regulatory, enforcement, and archival purposes;
• for periods reasonably necessary to protect legal rights.

The Platform may retain dispute records for up to ten (10) years after closure of a case unless a longer period is required by law.

9. Security Measures

A-Resolve implements reasonable technical and organizational safeguards, including:
• encryption in transit;
• access controls;
• authentication measures;
• audit logs;
• secure hosting arrangements.

Note: No system can guarantee absolute security.

10. GDPR Rights

Individuals may have rights to:
• access;
• rectification;
• erasure;
• restriction;
• objection;
• data portability.

Requests may be submitted to: support@a-resolve.com

11. California Privacy Rights

California residents may have rights to:
• know what personal information is collected;
• request deletion;
• request correction;
• limit certain uses of sensitive personal information.

A-Resolve does not sell personal information.

12. Swiss Data Protection Rights

Individuals protected by Swiss data protection law (nFADP) may request:
• access to personal data;
• correction of inaccurate information;
• information regarding processing activities.

13. Cookies

The Platform may use cookies and similar technologies for:
• authentication;
• security;
• analytics;
• functionality.

Users may manage cookie preferences through browser settings.

14. Confidentiality of Proceedings

Because A-Resolve administers legal disputes, information submitted within proceedings may be subject to confidentiality obligations under:
• arbitration agreements;
• mediation agreements;
• procedural rules;
• applicable law.

Parties are expected to maintain confidentiality of proceedings.

15. Contact

Questions concerning privacy or data protection may be directed to:
support@a-resolve.com