Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy for Website

Privacy and Cookie Policy of VK SPB LLC Website

 

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect and process data obtained from you on our website. Please review this information carefully to understand our approaches and practices regarding your personal data and how we process it.

If you have any comments regarding this Privacy Policy, please direct them to: events@vostockcapital.com.

2. Who we are

In accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 April 2016 on the protection of natural persons with regard to the processing of personal data (General Data Protection Regulation, GDPR), we, as the “data controller,” provide the following information:

  • Website address: https://vostockcapital.ru/
  • Company name:VK SPB LLC (or Vostock Capital)
  • Legal address:
    VK SPB LLC
    TIN 7811748174 / OGRN 1207800073062
    192019, Russia, Saint Petersburg,
    Khristalnaya Street, 27, Liter A, Premises 201, Office 3

3. Data we may collect

We may collect and process the following data about you:

  • Information you provide via forms or surveys on our website
  • Records of any correspondence between us
  • Transaction details conducted through our website
  • Details of your visits to our website and resources accessed
  • Technical data (e.g., IP address, browser, operating system) for system administration and aggregated reporting

Under the GDPR, we ensure that your personal data is processed lawfully, fairly, and transparently, respecting your rights. We process your personal data only if at least one of the following legal bases applies:
a) You have given explicit consent for processing for specific purposes.
b) Processing is required to fulfill a contract with you or take pre-contractual measures.
c) Processing is necessary to comply with applicable laws.
d) Processing is necessary to protect someone’s life.
e) Processing is necessary for a task carried out in the public interest.
f)  Processing is necessary for our or a third party’s legitimate interests, unless overridden by your rights.

4. Cookies

The website uses cookies or similar technologies to collect information about your access to the site. Cookies are pieces of information that include a unique reference code, which the website transfers to your device for storage and, in some cases, to track information about you.

Some cookies we use expire when you close your browser (session cookies). Others remain on your device for longer (persistent cookies) to recognize you upon return.

All cookies on our website are set by us.

Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your browser settings to block them or receive notifications when cookies are set. However, blocking or deleting cookies may limit your ability to fully use the website.

Our cookies are used for:

Essential Session Management:

  • Creating a specific login session so the website remembers you and delivers pages efficiently, securely, and consistently;
  • Recognizing returning visitors to determine unique user counts and ensure sufficient resources;
  • Identifying registered users;
  • Recording technical data (e.g., IP address, browser type) for diagnostics and site administration.

Functionality:

  • Customizing ad layouts and/or page content.

Performance & Analytics:

  • Collecting statistical data to improve the site and identify popular sections.

OR

[We use cookies to distinguish users and enhance our website. Please see our Cookie Usage Policy for more details.]

5. How we use collected data

We use your information to:

  • Present website content effectively;
  • Provide requested information, products, or services (or, with consent, those we believe may interest you);
  • Fulfill contractual obligations;
  • Enable interactive features (if desired);
  • Communicate pricing;
  • Inform you about other relevant offerings (we or third parties may contact you, subject to your preferences).

Existing clients: We will only contact you electronically about services similar to prior purchases.

New clients: Contact occurs only with your consent.

To opt out of marketing, check the relevant box on our forms.

Note: We do not identify individuals to advertisers but provide aggregated audience data. You may object to data usage by emailing events@vostockcapital.com, though this may limit service quality.

Some data collection is legally or contractually required; non-provision may restrict services.

6. Where we store your data

We store and process personal data in Russia under Federal Law No. 152-FZ “On Personal Data.”
Data may exceptionally be transferred abroad to jurisdictions that:

  • Ensure adequate personal data protection (including countries approved by Roskomnadzor);
  • Or where explicit consent is obtained.

We implement all legally required safeguards for such transfers.

Payments are encrypted. You must keep provided passwords confidential. While we strive for security, absolute protection cannot be guaranteed, and you acknowledge transmission risks.

Data is kept only as long as necessary (per Section 5) or with your consent. Regular reviews determine retention needs, and data is deleted when no longer required.

7. Disclosure of your information

We may disclose your data in the following cases:

  • Potential business/company sales;
  • Within our corporate group;
  • To comply with legal obligations or protect property, safety, or rights;
  • To prevent fraud or credit risks;
  • To third-party service providers (e.g., payment processors, search engines, advertisers).

We may contract with third parties to provide services to you on our behalf. This may include payment processing, search engine functions, advertising and marketing. In some cases, third parties may require access to some or all of your data. Here are the third parties that have access to your information:

Yandex.co.uk, Google.com

If your data is required for such purposes, we will take all reasonable steps to ensure that your data is processed safely, securely and in accordance with your rights, our obligations and the third party’s obligations under the GDPR and the law.

8. Your rights

You may opt out of marketing by checking relevant boxes or contacting us at:

LLC “VK SPB”
INN 7811748174
OGRN 1207800073062
192019, RUSSIA, St. Petersburg,
Khrystalnaya Street, 27, Liter A, Room 201, OFFICE 3
Email: events@vostockcapital.com

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Request access, correction, or deletion of your data (free of charge);
  • Request data portability;
  • Be informed about processing;
  • Restrict or object to processing;
  • Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority;
  • Rights regarding automated decision-making/profiling (see Section 11).

To exercise any of the above rights, or if you have any other questions about our website or this Privacy Policy, please contact us at events@vostockcapital.com.

9. Links to other sites

Our policies do not apply to third-party websites linked from ours. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies before sharing data.

10. Changes

Policy updates will be posted on this page. Email notifications may also be sent.

11. Automated decision-making & profiling

11.1 Where we use personal data for automated decision-making purposes and those decisions have legal (or similarly significant) consequences for you, you have the right to challenge such decisions under the GDPR, request human intervention, express your views and obtain an explanation of the decision from us.

11.2 Exceptions:
a) Decisions necessary for contract performance;
b) Legally permitted decisions;
c) Explicit consent given.

11.3 Profiling Practices:
a) Clear explanations of profiling’s purpose and consequences;
b) Appropriate statistical methods;
c) Measures to minimize errors;
d) Data safeguards to prevent discriminatory effects.

12. Governing law & dispute resolution

12.1 This Agreement is governed by Russian law.

12.2 Dispute resolution steps:

  1. Direct negotiations (30 calendar days from written claim);
  2. Mediation (if unresolved, using a mediator registered with the Russian Ministry of Justice).

12.3 Unresolved disputes go to arbitration court at the Respondent’s location per Russian Arbitration Procedure Code, unless exclusive jurisdiction applies.

12.4 Consumers (individuals) retain the right to file in court under Russian Consumer Protection Law.

12.5 Pre-trial claims are mandatory (30-day review period).

12.6 Evidence required for court:

  • Proof of claim submission;
  • Proof of receipt or 30-day lapse since submission.

12.7 Force majeure exempts parties from liability.