Privacy Policy

Effective Date: December 1, 2025

This Privacy Policy describes how Ardgent, LLC (“Ardgent,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards personal information in connection with the website ardgent.com (the “Site”) and related communications. This Policy applies to all visitors, users, and other individuals who access or interact with the Site, subject to applicable law.

By accessing or using the Site, or by submitting information to Ardgent, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

I. Scope of Application

This Privacy Policy applies to personal information collected through the Site and through direct communications initiated via the Site. It does not apply to third-party websites or services that may be linked from the Site.

II. Categories of Information Collected

A. Information Provided Voluntarily.

Ardgent collects personal information that you voluntarily provide, which may include:

• Name, professional title, and organizational affiliation
• Contact information, including email address and telephone number
• Information submitted through inquiry or contact forms
• Any other information you choose to disclose

B. Information Collected Automatically

• When you access the Site, Ardgent may automatically collect certain information, including:
• Internet Protocol (IP) address
• Browser type, device identifiers, and operating system
• Pages viewed, referring URLs, and interaction data
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

This information is collected for security, analytics, and operational purposes.

Nothing in this Privacy Policy creates or implies a fiduciary, advisory, or client relationship between Ardgent and any individual.

III. Purposes of Processing

Ardgent processes personal information for the following purposes:

• Responding to inquiries and communications
• Evaluating and administering potential advisory engagements
• Operating, maintaining, and improving the Site
• Ensuring security, integrity, and lawful use of the Site
• Complying with applicable legal and regulatory obligations

Personal information is not used for purposes materially inconsistent with those described herein without appropriate legal basis.

IV. Legal Bases for Processing (Where Applicable)

Where required by law, Ardgent relies on one or more of the following legal bases:

• Contractual necessity, where processing is required to respond to or administer inquiries
• Legitimate interests, including security, operational integrity, and communications

Consent, where explicitly required under applicable law

V. United States Legal Framework

For individuals located in the United States, Ardgent processes personal information in accordance with applicable federal and state laws, including, where relevant, the Federal Trade Commission Act (15 U.S.C. §45) and state-level privacy statutes such as the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), and other analogous state privacy laws.

Where state law provides greater protection than federal law, Ardgent complies with the applicable state requirements. Where multiple U.S. jurisdictions may apply, Ardgent applies the standard affording the greatest level of protection to the individual.

VI. Data Protection

A. European Union and United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

• For individuals located in the European Economic Area or the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Ardgent processes personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”) and applicable implementing legislation.

B. Swiss Confederation

• For individuals located in Switzerland, Ardgent processes personal data in accordance with the Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) and applicable implementing regulations. Where Swiss law provides protections distinct from or exceeding those under other applicable regimes, Ardgent applies the standard affording the greater level of protection.

Subject to applicable law, individuals may have the right to request access to, rectification or erasure of personal data, restriction of processing, data portability, and to object to certain processing activities.

VII. Disclosure of Personal Information

Ardgent may disclose personal information only as necessary and appropriate:

• To service providers acting on Ardgent’s behalf under contractual confidentiality obligations
• To legal, regulatory, or governmental authorities where required by law
• In connection with a corporate transaction, including merger, acquisition, or asset transfer

Ardgent does not sell personal information in exchange for monetary consideration.

VIII. Cookies and Similar Technologies

The Site uses cookies and similar technologies to support functionality, security, and analytics. Certain cookies are necessary for the operation of the Site. Users may manage cookie preferences through browser settings, subject to technical limitations.

IX. Individual Rights and Choices

Subject to applicable law, individuals may request access to, correction of, or deletion of their personal information. Requests may be subject to identity verification and legal limitations.

California residents may have additional rights under CCPA and CPRA, including the right to know categories of personal information collected and the right to request deletion, subject to statutory exceptions.

X. Data Retention

Personal information is retained only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Policy and to comply with legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations.

XI. International Data Transfers

Personal information may be transferred to and processed in jurisdictions outside the individual’s country of residence, including the United States, subject to appropriate safeguards and applicable law.

XII. Data Security

Ardgent maintains reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards designed to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure.

XIII. Minors

The Site is intended for individuals eighteen (18) years of age or older. Ardgent does not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of majority.

XIV. Changes to This Privacy Policy

Ardgent may amend this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements or operational practices. The effective date will be updated accordingly.

XV. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States and the State of [Florida or Delaware], without regard to conflict-of-laws principles.

XVI. Contact Information

Questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy may be directed to:

Ardgent

Email: info@ardgent.com