Privacy Policy

WM Partners Co., Ltd. ("WMP") has established the following Privacy Policy and is committed to the protection of personally identifiable information ("Personal Information") in strict compliance with these principles.

1. Handling of Personal Information

WMP maintains strict management of Personal Information by implementing necessary security measures—including the maintenance of security systems, development of organizational structures, and comprehensive employee training—to ensure that information remains accurate and up to date, and to prevent unauthorized access, loss, damage, alteration, or leakage.

2. Purposes of Use

WMP uses Personal Information for the following purposes:
i) Fund Operations: Formation, solicitation, and management.
ii) Investment: Execution and related operations.
iii) Portfolio Support: Hands-on support for portfolio companies.
iv) Exits: Sale or divestment of held securities.
v) Procurement: Acquisition of goods, services, and capital.
vi) General Business: Communications, marketing, contract performance, and negotiations.
vii) Recruitment: Hiring processes and related communications.
viii) HR & Payroll: Personnel management, payroll, and benefits.

3. Entrustment of Personal Data Handling

WMP may entrust all or part of its operations to third parties and provide them with the necessary personal data to ensure smooth business activities. In such cases, WMP shall select appropriate contractors and exercise necessary and appropriate supervision over them.

4. Prohibition of Third-Party Disclosure

WMP will not disclose Personal Information to third parties except in the following cases:
i) With the individual's consent.
ii) When entrusted to contractors within the scope of the Purposes of Use.
iii) As permitted by the Act on the Protection of Personal Information (APPI).

5. Security Measures

WMP implements necessary and appropriate measures to prevent the leakage, loss, or damage of personal data. We also exercise appropriate supervision over employees and contractors handling such data.

6. Disclosure, Correction, and Suspension of Use

Upon request from an individual or their proxy, WMP will promptly handle the disclosure, correction, addition, deletion, or suspension of use of retained personal data and third-party provision records in accordance with the APPI.
Please reach out to our contact desk for details on procedures, identity verification, and fees.

7. Compliance and Revision

WMP complies with all applicable Japanese laws and regulations regarding Personal Information and will review and improve this Policy as appropriate.