Privacy policy

  1. What is the purpose of a confidentiality policy? 
    The information contained in this confidentiality policy provides the users of this website (www.ubpbank.com) with an overview of the data collection and protection process at Union Bancaire Privée, UBP SA (hereinafter referred to as “UBP”, “we/us”). 
    This policy describes the sort of data we store, how we store it, and what for. It also explains how UBP protects the said data.
     
  2. What sort of data does our website collect? 
    Some data, such as your IP address, the browser you are using and the pages of the website you have clicked on, are automatically recorded onto our server every time you visit. 
    We may also collect the sort of details you might give us when you fill in our contact form or our job application form as we may need them to answer your questions and/or to contact you. As regards the processing of personal data transmitted through our eRecruitment Portal, please refer to our Guidelines for handling personal data.
     
  3. How is this data collected and stored? 
    We use a “cookie”, which is a file installed on your computer that tracks your browsing habits when you visit our website. This file does not enable us to obtain personal information and thereby identify users. 
    Please be aware, however, that you can, if you wish, set up your browser to warn you when a cookie is activated and to ask you to accept or block any given cookie or other tracking programs.
     
  4. How is the data used? 
    The data may be used for in-house purposes, e.g. for statistics or to improve our website, but always in compliance with confidentiality and other applicable laws, particularly those pertaining to data protection. 
    Collecting and analysing the data allows us to monitor which parts of our website are receiving the most hits and to improve its contents and layout.
     
  5. How is the data protected? 
    UBP applies every technical and organisational measure necessary to protect your data from any accidental or intentional misuse, loss or destruction.
     
  6. How to contact us: 
    If you need any further information about this confidentiality policy, you may contact us by e-mail at communication@ubp.ch.
     
  7. Policy last updated in January 2011.