1. Introduction
Boon Wattana ("we", "us", "our") is a financial education provider based in Chiang Mai, Thailand. We are committed to protecting your personal data and being transparent about how it is handled.
This Privacy Policy applies to all personal information collected through our website at boonwaten.pro, our workshop registration forms, and any direct communications with our team.
By using our website or enrolling in our programs, you confirm that you have read and understood this policy. If you have any questions, please reach out to us at any time — our contact details are in Section 10.
2. Data We Collect
We collect only what is necessary to provide our services and communicate with you effectively.
Information You Provide Directly
- Full name and preferred name
- Email address
- Phone number (optional at enquiry stage)
- General enquiry or message content
- Workshop or program selections
Information Collected Automatically
- Browser type and version
- Pages visited and time spent on each
- Referring website or search term
- Approximate geographic location (country/region level only)
- Device type (mobile, tablet, desktop)
Legal Basis for Processing
- Consent — for marketing communications and non-essential cookies
- Contract performance — to deliver programs you have enrolled in
- Legitimate interest — to improve our services and respond to enquiries
- Legal obligation — to meet Thai regulatory requirements
Retention: Enquiry data is kept for up to 24 months. Program participant records are retained for up to 5 years for compliance purposes. You may request earlier deletion (see Section 8).
3. How We Use Your Data
Your information is used thoughtfully and only for purposes related to the services you have expressed interest in or enrolled in.
Responding to your enquiries, confirming registrations, and sharing program materials.
Preparing workshop materials, scheduling sessions, and providing post-program support.
Analysing aggregate usage data to refine our curriculum and website experience.
Informing you about new programs or schedule changes — only with your consent.
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for commercial purposes. We share data only with service providers who help us operate (such as email delivery platforms), and only under confidentiality agreements.
4. Data Protection Measures
We take the security of your information seriously and implement appropriate technical and organisational measures.
- Encryption in transit: All data transmitted between your browser and our website is encrypted using TLS/HTTPS protocols.
- Secure storage: Data is stored on servers with restricted access controls and regular security reviews.
- Access control: Only authorised Boon Wattana staff who require access to fulfil your service request may view your personal data.
- Breach notification: In the unlikely event of a data breach affecting your personal information, we will notify you and the relevant authority within 72 hours as required by applicable law.
5. Cookies
Our website uses cookies — small text files stored on your device — to remember your preferences and understand how visitors use our site.
- Essential cookies: Required for the site to function correctly (always active)
- Analytics cookies: Help us understand which pages are most useful (optional)
- Marketing cookies: Allow relevant promotion on partner platforms (optional)
- Preference cookies: Remember your settings between visits (optional)
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time via our Cookie Policy page.
6. Third-Party Links
Our website may occasionally contain links to external resources — such as Thai government financial guidance or reputable educational materials. These links are provided for your convenience.
Boon Wattana is not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policy of any third-party site you visit through our links.
7. Children's Privacy
Our programs are designed specifically for adults aged 40 and above. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 18.
If you believe a minor has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately at [email protected] and we will delete it promptly.
8. Your Rights
Under Thailand's Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) B.E. 2562 and applicable international standards, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:
To exercise any of these rights, please write to us at [email protected]. We will respond within 30 days. If you feel your rights have not been respected, you may contact Thailand's Personal Data Protection Committee (PDPC).
9. Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or in applicable law. When we do, we will revise the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.
If changes are significant, we will make a reasonable effort to notify enrolled participants by email. Continued use of our website after the effective date of any revision constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests relating to this Privacy Policy, please reach out to us. We are happy to help.