1. Introduction

Ortelius (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of our clients and website visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard any information provided to us.

2. Information We Collect

We only collect and retain the minimum necessary information required to facilitate secure communications and potential engagements.

Information You Provide Voluntarily

• When you contact us via our inquiry form, we may collect:

• Your name or preferred alias

• Your contact details (email or secure method of reply)

• Any information you choose to share regarding your inquiry

Automatically Collected Information

• We may collect minimal, non-identifiable website usage data (e.g., IP address, device type, and browser type) for security purposes.

• We do not track, log, or sell user data—any information retained is solely for internal operational security and risk management.

We do NOT collect:

• Financial data, unless required for formal engagement.

• Any unnecessary personal data beyond what is provided voluntarily.

3. How We Use Your Information

Any information you share with us is used exclusively for the purpose of communication, evaluation, and engagement.

We use collected data to:

• Respond to inquiries securely and discreetly

• Assess potential engagements

• Ensure our website remains secure and operational

We do NOT:

• Sell or share your data with third parties.

• Use your information for marketing purposes.

• Store unnecessary data beyond the operational requirement.

4. Information Security & Data Protection

We take serious measures to ensure your information is protected:

• Strict internal access controls – Only essential personnel handle inquiries.

• Secure communication methods – Encrypted channels available upon request.

• Minimal data retention – We do not store personal details longer than necessary.

5. Third-Party Disclosure

• We do not share client information with third parties.

• The only exception is when legally required by applicable laws—handled with the strictest care and only when necessary.

6. Your Rights & Contact Information

You have the right to:

• Request information on what data we have.

• Request the deletion of your information (where legally permissible).

• Discuss additional confidentiality measures if required.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us via our secure inquiry form.