Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 18, 2026
IR & Markets Collective (“we”, “our”, “us”) is an independent research collective operating at the intersection of international relations, geopolitics, and financial systems. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling personal data in a transparent and responsible manner.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard personal data when you visit https://irandmarkets.com (the “Website”).
1. Who we are (Data Controller)
The data controller responsible for the processing of personal data on this Website is:
IR & Markets Collective
Independent research collective
Contact email: [email protected]
2. What personal data we collect
We collect only minimal personal data, limited to what is necessary for the operation of the Website.
a) Contact communications
If you contact us via email or a contact form, we may collect:
- your name (if provided)
- your email address
- the content of your message
This information is used solely to respond to your inquiry.
b) Website analytics
With your consent, we use Google Analytics (GA4) to collect anonymised statistical data about website usage, such as:
- pages visited
- approximate geographic location (country or region)
- device and browser type
This data:
- is processed in anonymised form
- is not used for advertising or profiling
- is used only to understand how the Website is used and to improve its content
Analytics data is collected only after you provide consent via the cookie banner.
c) Cookies and similar technologies
Our Website uses cookies for:
- basic functionality
- security and performance
- anonymised statistics (with consent)
For detailed information, please refer to our Cookie Policy.
3. Legal basis for processing
We process personal data based on the following legal grounds:
- Consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR)
For analytics cookies and optional data collection. - Legitimate interest (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR)
For responding to inquiries and ensuring the technical operation and security of the Website.
4. How we use your data
Personal data is used only to:
- respond to messages and inquiries
- maintain and improve the Website
- ensure security and technical functionality
- comply with legal obligations
We do not sell personal data, do not profile users, and do not use data for advertising purposes.
5. Data sharing and third parties
We do not share personal data with third parties, except where necessary for:
- website hosting and infrastructure
- anonymised analytics processing (Google Analytics)
Where third-party services are used, we ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with GDPR.
6. International data transfers
Some technical data (such as anonymised analytics data) may be processed outside the European Union. Where this occurs, appropriate safeguards, including standard contractual clauses, are applied.
7. Data retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary:
- contact correspondence: as long as required to address the inquiry
- analytics data: according to Google Analytics retention settings
- technical logs: for security and maintenance purposes only
8. Your rights under GDPR
You have the right to:
- access your personal data
- request correction or deletion
- withdraw consent at any time
- object to processing
- request data portability
- lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected]
9. Security
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against loss, misuse, or unauthorised access.
10. Accessibility
We aim to make our Website accessible to the widest possible audience. If you experience any difficulty accessing content, please contact us so we can address the issue.
11. Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision. Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
12. Contact
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle personal data, please contact us: