Privacy and Cookies Policy

Privacy and Cookies Policy 

1. Introduction and Scope
Ad Astra Research AG ("Ad Astra," "we," "us," or "our"), registered in Switzerland, is committed to safeguarding the privacy and ensuring the lawful processing of the personal data of our website visitors, clients, and partners. This Privacy Policy details how we collect, handle, and protect your Personal Data in compliance with the Swiss Federal Data Protection Act (FADP) and the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), where applicable. By engaging with our website or services, you signify your understanding and acceptance of the practices described in this policy.

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2. Personal Data We Collect and Use
We only collect and process Personal Data that is necessary for our stated purposes. This includes Identity & Contact Data (such as name and email, collected via web forms or direct correspondence) used to respond to inquiries, manage partnerships, and send essential corporate updates. We also collect Technical & Usage Data (such as IP address, browser type, and pages viewed) automatically via server logs and Cookies to monitor website performance, security, and usage patterns. Finally, Professional Data is collected via Investor Relations and AA Development channels to evaluate potential investments and project partnerships.

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3. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your Personal Data only when we have a justifiable legal basis for doing so, which includes: Consent (where you have given clear agreement for a specific purpose); Legitimate Interests (such as network security and direct stakeholder communication, provided your rights are not overridden); and Contractual Necessity (where processing is required to fulfil a contract or take steps towards a contract, like responding to a project inquiry).

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4. Disclosure of Personal Data to Third Parties
We will not disclose your Personal Data to third parties except in limited and necessary circumstances: Disclosure may occur to Group Entities (specifically AA Development Srl) to facilitate project engagement; to essential Service Providers (e.g., IT hosting, web analytics) who are contractually bound to process data strictly according to our instructions; or when required by Legal Obligation (e.g., court order or regulatory request).

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5. Cookies Policy
Our website employs cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience, analyse site traffic, and support our legitimate business interests. Cookies are small text files placed on your device by your web browser. We use Necessary Cookies (essential for website function) and Analytical/Performance Cookies (used for measurement and improvement). We do not utilise intrusive advertising cookies without explicit, opt-in consent.

Your Control: You have the right to accept or decline cookies. We use a Cookie Consent Banner to manage your preferences, allowing you to selectively control non-essential cookies at any time. You may also modify your browser settings to reject cookies entirely.

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6. Your Data Protection Rights
Under FADP and GDPR, you have substantial rights concerning your Personal Data. These include the right to Access (a copy of your data), Rectification (correction of inaccurate data), Erasure (deletion of your data when there is no compelling reason for its continued processing), Object (to processing based on legitimate interests), and Data Portability (receiving your data in a machine-readable format).

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7. Contact for Privacy Matters
Should you have any questions or wish to exercise any of your rights regarding this Privacy Policy or your Personal Data, please contact our dedicated compliance officer:

Ad Astra Research AG Email: info@adastraresearch.com 
Address: AD Astra Research AG. Zug
Pilatusstrasse 3
6300 Zug
Switzerland