1. Introduction

Montfort Group (“Montfort”) reserves the right to modify this Website Use and Privacy Policy (the “Policy”) at its sole discretion and without prior notice. As such, it is recommended that you review this Policy regularly. This Policy outlines how Montfort (“Montfort,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, protects, and uses personally identifiable information (“Personal Information”) provided by you on our website, mont-fort.com (the “Website” or “Service”), and through any related products and services (collectively, “Services”). This Policy also describes your choices regarding our use of your Personal Information and how you can access and update this information.

This Policy constitutes a legally binding agreement between you (“User,” “you,” or “your”) and Montfort. It is designed to comply with applicable data protection laws (the “Applicable Law”), which include, but are not limited to, the General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”), the United Arab Emirates Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on Personal Data Protection (“UAE PDP Law”), the DIFC Data Protection Law (“DIFC PDP Law”), the ADGM Data Protection Regulations 2021, Singapore Personal Data Protection Act, 2012 (PDPA), China Personal Information Protection Law, 2021 (PIPL), Indian Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDPA), and Turkey Law on the Protection of Personal Data,2016 (KVKK).

By accessing and using the Website and Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by the terms of this Policy. Please note that this Policy does not apply to the practices of companies we do not own or control, or to individuals we do not employ or manage.

2. Consent and opt Out.

By accessing and/or using this website, you (1) consent to Montfort‘s collection, use, publication, and/or processing of any information you submit to Montfort through this website (or other means), including any personally identifiable data or other information submitted by you to Montfort, for the purposes of Montfort’s activities and administration including, but not limited to, marketing Montfort’s initiatives, programs, and/or events, and (2) acknowledge that you are bound by the terms and conditions of this policy as they appear at the time of your access or use.

If you wish to withdraw your consent and opt out, you may do so at any time by sending written notice to legalnotice@mont-fort.com

3. Information Montfort Collects

3.1. Computer Information – if applicable

When you access Montfort’s website (the “Site”), Montfort may log your current Internet address (this is usually a temporary address assigned by your Internet service provider when you log in), the type of operating system you are using, and the type of browser software used. In addition, Montfort may keep track of what portions of this Site you are visiting. Montfort may aggregate this information to help Montfort enhance, improve or create a better experience for users of the Site. For example: Montfort may upgrade those parts of the Site that are heavily visited. Other Information – Site Posting and/or Use by Montfort, Montfort may also collect the following additional information, which Montfort may post, publish or make available on this Site, subject to the above consent:

• Member directory. Montfort may provide a member directory or contact information on this Site, which could include details such as the names, job titles, phone numbers, and addresses of Montfort members and their representatives. This information is shared for individuals participating in Montfort-related functions, conferences, activities, or events. The purpose of making this information available is to facilitate communication, networking, and collaboration among participants. Montfort takes reasonable steps to ensure that any personal data displayed is accurate and relevant, and participants are encouraged to update their details as necessary to ensure continued accuracy.

• Conference or meeting attendee lists. Montfort may make available on this Site listings of conference or meeting attendees, including the name, job title, and company affiliation. The listings may also include email addresses or contact information for those attendees who have elected to provide such contact information to Montfort directly or via online contact settings or registrations. The listings of attending or participating companies or persons may be communicated to Montfort members and non-members.

• Presentation materials. Montfort may make available presentation or discussion materials, either submitted by you, its members, or conference attendees, or other information published at Montfort meetings or conferences for dissemination and/or use by Montfort members and non- Montfort members.

 

• Mailing lists. Montfort may make available on this Site a mailing or distribution list of Montfort members and companies and/or individuals participating in Montfort functions, conferences, activities or events for periodic email updates, alerts, or invitations concerning Montfort functions, conferences, activities or events. If your company or individual name(s) has been added to the mailing list by mistake or if you no longer wish to receive Montfort updates, alerts or correspondence, you may click the “Opt-out” button on the mailing list itself, or alternatively, contact to legalnotice@mont-fort.com and request in writing that your name(s) be removed from the mailing or distribution list.

• Forms, templates, or other documentation. Montfort may publish on this Site any documentation provided by you, its members, or conference participants, including materials submitted under Montfort’s Submission Agreement or other membership-related documents. This may include contributions or submissions made to Montfort for the purpose of facilitating collaboration, knowledge-sharing, or participation in Montfort’s activities and events. All documents made available are subject to the applicable terms and conditions governing their submission and use.

3.2. Personal Information You Provide

Montfort may also collect information that you, its members, or conference attendees volunteer through forms, written submissions or other communications on this Site or with Montfort, such as your contact information, professional capacity or employment affiliation, and email address. Montfort, however, does not solicit or want to receive any confidential or proprietary information as discussed and described below.

3.3. Privacy; Feedback; Confidential and Proprietary Information

Montfort does not wish to receive any confidential or proprietary information from you via this Site or any other channel. Unless you explicitly notify us otherwise in writing, any information or material you provide to Montfort will be considered non-confidential. By submitting such information or material, you consent to Montfort’s collection, use, processing, and/or publication of it and grant Montfort an unrestricted, irrevocable license to collect, use, process, reproduce, display, modify, transmit, and distribute the information or materials. Additionally, you agree that Montfort is free to utilize any ideas, concepts, know-how, or techniques you provide for any purpose.

You are strictly prohibited from posting or transmitting any unlawful, threatening, libelous, defamatory, obscene, scandalous, inflammatory, pornographic, or profane content, or any material that could result in civil, administrative, or criminal liability.

3.4. Cookies and passive data collection – if applicable

A cookie is a piece of information that a web site sends to your computer, which is stored in a file on your computer’s hard drive. This Site may store cookies on your computer to give you an individual ID and allow us to understand what areas of our Site are of interest to you, so we can adjust site content appropriately. A cookie does not tell us your individual identity unless you have chosen to provide it to us.

Most cookies expire after a defined period. If you do not wish to have a cookie on your system, you may be able to set your browser to either refuse cookies or warn you before accepting a cookie.

For more information regarding your system features, please refer to the documentation and help system provided with your browser software.

3.5. Personally identifiable information – modifications

The preceding paragraphs describe the categories of information that Montfort collects or may use or publish on this Site. Given the limited information collected and the form in which Montfort receives it, Montfort does not offer a process on its website for your unilateral review and modification of information submitted by you. If you wish to change or modify information previously submitted to Montfort, please contact Montfort at legalnotice@mont-fort.com.

4. 4. Antitrust Compliance

All content selected and/or generated for posting, publication, use or inclusion on this Site must strictly comply with Montfort’s Antitrust Compliance Policy and other applicable policies as mentioned in the company’s Code of Conduct.

 

5. Disclosures

Montfort will not retain or disclose personally identifiable information or other information you provide to third parties, except to the extent permitted or required by law, or in the good faith belief that such retention or disclosure is reasonably necessary to: (a) comply with legal process; (b) enforce these terms and conditions; (c) respond to claims that any information you provide violates the rights of third parties; (d) protect the rights, property, or personal safety of Montfort, its members, and/or the public; or (e) facilitate the transfer or acquisition of all or substantially all of Montfort’s assets by a third party.

6. Disclaimers

Sample form trading agreements and related transaction documentation accessible and/or downloadable on this Site are available for voluntary use. By making such documentation available for voluntary use, Montfort does not warrant or guaranty the efficacy, suitability, and/or enforceability of the documentation in any transactions utilizing the documentation. Commercial and legal risks vary with each transaction and counterparty trade and are contingent on the individual commercial considerations and expectations that are unique to each transaction and counterparty trade, which users must individually undertake to review and assess. All users who elect to download and use the documentation available on this Site to effect commercial trades or other transactions should consult their own legal counsel and other professional advisors, to ensure that their transactions and commercial objectives will be achieved and their legal interests adequately protected. Neither Montfort, its members, directors and officers, attorneys, or employees shall be responsible for injuries, damages, and/or losses resulting from a user’s reliance on any forms or documentation provided by Montfort on this Site (or through other means) for voluntary use.

7. External Links and Scope

This policy applies solely to your use of this Site. While this Site may include links to external websites that are not owned or operated by Montfort, Montfort does not control the content, privacy practices, or data policies of these third-party sites. Montfort assumes no responsibility for how those sites handle your information or for their privacy practices. Any links provided are for convenience and should not be interpreted as an endorsement or approval of the content, services, or policies of those external websites. It is recommended that you review the terms of use and privacy policies of each site you visit to understand what information they may collect and how it will be used or shared. Your interactions with these third-party sites are solely at your own discretion and risk.

8.Data Breach

In the event that we become aware of a security incident compromising the integrity of the Website and Services, or if users’ Personal Information is disclosed to unauthorized third parties due to external activities such as security attacks or fraud, we will take appropriate measures to address the situation. These measures may include investigating the breach, reporting it to relevant authorities, and cooperating with law enforcement, as necessary.

Under the Applicable Law, we will notify affected individuals if the breach is likely to result in a risk to their rights and freedoms. We will make reasonable efforts to provide this notification as promptly as possible. If notification is required, we will send you an email to inform you of the breach, its potential impacts, and any steps you should take to protect yourself. We are committed to ensuring that any breach is managed in accordance with the principles of data protection and applicable legal requirements.

 

9. Other

Applicable laws may grant you additional rights beyond those outlined in this policy. These rights may vary depending on your location and the legal framework that applies. This Site is intended for use only by individuals who are 18 years of age or older. If you are under 18, you are not authorized to use this Site or submit any personal information.

Please note that Montfort does not implement encryption or data scrambling on certain parts of the Site, meaning that information transmitted through these areas may not be securely protected from interception or unauthorized access. You are advised to exercise caution when sharing personal or sensitive information in unencrypted sections of the Site. Montfort recommends reviewing applicable laws to better understand your rights and taking additional precautions, such as avoiding the submission of confidential or sensitive data on non-secure pages.

10. Contact

For further information on privacy matters or to submit requests for changes or updates to information applicable to you, please contact legalnotice@mont-fort.com .