Your Security
Security of Funds
Security of your funds is of paramount importance when exchanging your currency. We understand this and have safeguards in place to protect your money, every step of the way, for total peace of mind. Equitrade FX is authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority under the Payment Services Regulations 2009. Under the regulations Equitrade FX must ensure we have safeguarded your funds. We ensure your funds are appropriately segregated from business funds in line with regulatory requirements.
How we protect you online
Here are some of the measures we take for added online security:
- Data encryption – Our website is hosted on a secure, 128-bit encrypted server. This means that any information you send us is scrambled for your protection
- Monitoring for fraud - We’re always keeping an eye out for threats from hackers and fraudsters and have a dedicated professional monitoring our Service security.
- Data Protection – we have a dedicated Data Protection Officer to make sure the information you share with is protected.
In-house Compliance Team
Our dedicated in-house compliance team ensures that we comply with all FCA regulations, Money Laundering Regulations, Data Protection Regulations and Information Security.
Our business
Equitrade FX is part of Equitrade Capital Ltd Group. We have grown every year since our parent business was founded in 2003 as a result of our long standing and established client relationships.
Segregated Client Accounts
Ensuring the safety and security of your money is central to our business. We comply fully with the regulations and ensure your funds are appropriately safeguarded and segregated from business funds in line with the requirements. Being authorised and regulated requires our companies to hold sufficient capital to protect our business and further safeguard our customers and suppliers. Our transaction bank is Royal Bank of Scotland.