Ensuring the confidentiality of your personal information is a top priority at Edge Clear LLC (“Edge Clear”). We want you to trust us with your data, and this Privacy Policy is our commitment to explaining how we handle, share, and protect your information.
The information we collect
We gather Personally Identifiable Information (PII) directly from your account application, including documentation, emails, and responses to questions. This encompasses details like your Name, Date of Birth, Address, Phone number, Email address, Social Security number or Tax ID, Occupation, Asset information, Trading/Investment experience, and Risk tolerance.
PII is also obtained from third parties, such as Futures Clearing Merchants (FCMs), background check providers, and credit reporting agencies. Your use of our services contributes additional PII, including transaction history, account funding, and interactions with our platforms. Cookies, used for administrative purposes, enhance your service experience.
Use, sharing, and disclosure of your information
To support the financial products and services we provide to you, Edge Clear and it’s FCMs may share the personal information described above with third-party service providers and joint marketers not affiliated with us, including:
financial service institutions (e.g., advisers, dealers, brokers, trust companies and banks) with whom we have joint marketing agreements, such as agreements to market financial services or products that we jointly offer, endorse or sponsor; and
companies under contract to perform services for us or on our behalf, such as FCM’s that prepare and mail statements and transaction confirmations or provide data processing, computer software maintenance and development, transaction processing and marketing services.
These companies acting on our behalf are required to keep your personal information confidential.
Also, we may disclose personal information with non-affiliated companies and regulatory authorities as permitted or required by applicable law. For example, we may disclose personal information to cooperate with regulatory authorities and law enforcement agencies to comply with subpoenas or other official requests, and as necessary to protect our rights or property. Except as described in this privacy policy, we will not use your personal information for any other purpose unless we describe how such information will be used at the time you disclose it to us or we obtain your permission to do so.
Affiliates may also receive PII to operate, research, improve services, display customized content, develop new services, and communicate with you. Google Analytics is used for targeted online advertising and platform functionality improvement.
Security and confidentiality
Edge Clear uses a variety of security measures to protect your personally identifiable information from unauthorized use, which may include but is not limited to, the use of SSL encryption. Only authorized personnel have access to your PII, and stringent safeguards are in place. Third-party service providers are vetted for PII protections. While we aim for robust protection, the inherent nature of the internet and electronic communications prevents an absolute guarantee against third-party access.
Changes to this policy or your information
Edge Clear may modify this Privacy Policy, and in case of material changes, we will post the amended policy and we may also deliver it via email or other reasonable and appropriate ways, such as posting a notice on the services or attaching it to account statements. Your continued use of our services implies acknowledgment and acceptance of the new Privacy Policy.
Edge Clear relies on the PII provided to us. Should you believe or become aware that your PII has changed or is incorrect, it is important and indeed required under your contractual Customer Agreement with us, that you notify us of any necessary changes. For example, name changes, address, updated emails, contact information, material changes to your financial status or other changes to the information you provide us with respect to opening and servicing your account. Subject to legal and regulatory retention requirements, you have the right to request that we delete your PII as well.
“opt-out” of communications
If you prefer that we limit disclosures of personal information about you, you may notify us via send us a message here or by calling (844) 872–3320 or (773) 832-8320, Monday through Friday. If you determine to opt out of this policy you can instruct us to what extent we are able to disclose your non-public personal information to affiliated third parties. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the privacy of your information at Edge Clear, or would like to discuss your opt-out options please contact us at your convenience using the information provided above.
Material conflict of interest
Please note that there can be a material conflict of interest for your account based on your FCM choice, platform use, and data feed execution.
NFA BASIC System: To obtain information regarding the regulatory background of a CFTC registrant, customers may utilize the National Futures Association’s BASIC system at www.nfa.futures.org/basicnet/. For your convenience, be advised that Edge Clear LLC NFA ID number is #0524928
Supplemental Privacy Policy For California Residents
This supplement to Edge Clear LLC’s Privacy Policy is relevant if you are a resident of the State of California. It aims to ensure compliance with the California Consumer Protection Act of 2018 (CCPA). Please read this supplemental policy after reviewing our primary privacy policy.
California defines personal information broadly, including data that identifies, relates to, or could be linked with a particular consumer or household. Edge Clear collects personal information for website users, account applicants, owners, and technology/services users.
Categories of personal information collected
Edge Clear collects 7 out of 11 categories of personal information defined by California, including but not limited to:
- Identifiers – name, address, email, social security number.
- Consumer Records Statute information – signature, phone number, financial details.
- Internet or network activity – browsing history, interactions with our platforms.
- Geolocation data – physical locations and movements.
- Sensory data – electronic, audio, visual information.
- Professional or employment-related data – job history, background screening.
- Commercial Information – services purchased or considered.
EDGE CLEAR DOES NOT COLLECT: certain categories, such as non-public educational information, protected class characteristics, biometric information, and inferences drawn from personal information.
How we collect personal information
Your personal information may be collected through direct interactions, automated collection (e.g., cookies), and from third parties like credit reporting agencies or technical data analysis firms.
Use, sharing, and disclosure of your information
Edge Clear will not sell your PII. However, it may share PII with affiliates, service providers, exchanges, and government agencies for purposes including account review, operation improvement, audits, and communication.
Categories of third-party recipients
Third-party recipients of your personal information may include FCMs, government agencies, exchanges, third-party service providers, and courts for legal requests.
Your specific rights and duty
You have the right to request information about the collection and use of your personal information, initiate data portability requests, correct/update your information, and request deletion. Exceptions to deletion may apply.
For any rights requests, contact us at compliance@edgeclear.com . We will respond within 14 days with confirmation.
Non-discrimination rights
Exercising your rights will not result in increased charges or denial of services unless permitted by the CCPA.
Edge Clear reserves the right to change this policy, with any changes becoming effective upon posting or other means of delivery.
NFA BASIC System: To obtain information regarding the regulatory background of a CFTC registrant, customers may utilize the National Futures Association’s BASIC system at https://www.nfa.futures.org/basicnet/. For your convenience, be advised that Edge Clear LLC NFA ID number is #0524928
Supplemental Privacy Policy for European Union and United Kingdom Residents
This Privacy Policy is in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation No. 2472/1999 Law no. 3471/200 (GDPR) for residents of the United Kingdom and the European Union. It outlines how Edge Clear LLC (Edge Clear) collects and uses your personal data. Please read this policy alongside other relevant privacy notices and policies, as it supplements them.
General information and introduction
While this is our European and UK privacy policy, please note that we are a U.S. entity. If you are a client, this supplemental Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the State of Illinois, in conformity with your contractual Customer Agreement. If you have any questions, contact us for clarification on how and why we use your data. Our services are not intended for children, and we do not knowingly collect data from children.
Edge Clear, as the controller, decides the purposes and means of processing your personal information. We may transfer data abroad, including countries outside the European Economic Area and the UK. Edge Clear does not sell your personal information.
Types of personal information we collect
- Contact Information: Physical address, email, phone numbers (if you apply for an account).
- Identification Information: Full name, copies of identification, date of birth, gender, marital status (if you apply for an account).
- Technical Information: Data related to your use of our website and services, including IP address, browser details, and cookie ID.
- Financial Information: Net worth, income, banking and payment information, credit reporting agency reports.
- Profile Information: User ID, login information, trading experience, occupation, and product interests.
- Usage Information: Information related to how you use our websites, products, and services, including demo trading accounts and educational resources.
- Aggregated Data: Statistical and demographic data derived from personal information that does not reveal your identity.
- Direct Interaction: Voluntarily providing personal information through account application forms, phone calls, or electronic means.
How we collect your personal data
- Direct Interaction: Voluntarily providing personal information through account application forms, phone calls, or electronic means.
- Automated Collection: Automatically collecting data as you use our website or trading platforms, including the use of cookies.
- Third Parties and Public Information: Receiving information from third parties such as credit reporting agencies, background check providers, payment agents, and introducing brokers.
How we use your personal data
We use your data in compliance with the law, relying on legal bases like the performance of a contract, legal obligations, and legitimate interests. This includes confirming your identity for account opening, complying with anti-money laundering laws, and submitting trade reports to exchanges and regulators.
We use your personal information for marketing purposes as a legitimate business interest. Edge Clear will not sell your personal information but may use it to assess which services, products, or offers may be useful to you.
We may share your personal information with auditors, agents, regulatory bodies, courts, exchanges, FCMs, potential buyers of our business, and parties authorized by you. We ensure third parties comply with data protection and privacy principles.
Edge Clear has security measures in place to prevent unauthorized access, loss, or alteration of your information. Only authorized personnel have access, and we require confidentiality from our employees and agents.
How long do we keep your personal information?
As a regulated financial institution, we are required to keep your personal information for a minimum of 5 years after you stop being a client. Some data may be retained longer due to court or regulatory orders. Requests to delete your information can be sent to
compliance@edgeclear.com.
Subject to regulation and law, you have the right to access, delete, object to or restrict processing, correct, and withdraw consent regarding your personal information. To exercise these rights, contact us at compliance@edgeclear.com.
We aim to accommodate reasonable legal requests within a reasonable time frame, generally less than one month.
NFA BASIC SYSTEM: To obtain information regarding the regulatory background of a CFTC registrant, customers may utilize the National Futures Association’s BASIC system at www.nfa.futures.org/basicnet/. For your convenience, be advised that Edge Clear LLC NFA ID number is #0524928.
