Complaints Policy
Last Updated: January 20, 2025
Our Commitment
At InvestmentBasic, we are committed to providing high-quality educational content and a positive user experience. However, we recognize that sometimes things may not meet your expectations. When this happens, we want to hear from you.
This Complaints Policy explains how to raise a concern, what to expect from us, and how we will work to resolve issues fairly and promptly.
What Constitutes a Complaint?
A complaint is any expression of dissatisfaction about our services, content, or conduct that requires a response or resolution. Examples include:
- Concerns about the accuracy of our educational content
- Issues with website functionality or user experience
- Problems with how your personal data has been handled
- Concerns about unclear or misleading information
- Issues with our communication or response times
- Any other matter where you feel we have not met our stated standards
Note: General questions, content suggestions, or requests for information are not complaints and should be submitted through our Contact page.
How to Submit a Complaint
You can submit a complaint through any of the following methods:
1. Email (Preferred)
Send your complaint to: info@investmentbasic.com
Please include "COMPLAINT" in the subject line for priority handling.
2. Contact Form
Use our Contact Form and select "Report an Error" or "Other" as the subject, clearly indicating that you are submitting a complaint.
What to Include in Your Complaint
To help us investigate and resolve your complaint efficiently, please provide:
- Your name and contact email - So we can respond to you
- Date of the issue - When you experienced the problem
- Description of the issue - What happened and why you are dissatisfied
- Page URL - If related to specific content on our Site
- Supporting evidence - Screenshots or other relevant information
- Desired resolution - What outcome you are seeking
Our Complaint Handling Process
Acknowledgment
Within 2 business days
We will acknowledge receipt of your complaint and provide you with a reference number for tracking purposes. We will also let you know who is handling your complaint.
Investigation
Within 5-10 business days
We will thoroughly investigate your complaint. This may include reviewing relevant content, checking our records, and consulting with team members who may have information about the issue.
Response
Within 14 business days
We will provide you with a full response that includes:
- A summary of your complaint as we understand it
- Our findings from the investigation
- Our decision and the reasoning behind it
- Any actions we have taken or will take
- Information about next steps if you are not satisfied
Resolution
Varies based on the issue
If your complaint is upheld, we will take appropriate corrective action. This might include:
- Correcting inaccurate content
- Clarifying unclear information
- Fixing technical issues
- Updating our processes to prevent recurrence
- Providing an apology where appropriate
Complex Complaints
Some complaints may require more time to investigate thoroughly. If we need more than 14 business days to respond, we will:
- Notify you of the delay and explain why
- Provide an estimated timeline for resolution
- Keep you updated on our progress
If You Are Not Satisfied
If you are not satisfied with our initial response to your complaint, you may:
Request a Review
Reply to our response email and request a review of your case. A different team member will review the original decision and any additional information you provide. We will respond to review requests within 14 business days.
Provide Additional Information
If you have additional information that you believe is relevant to your complaint, please share it with us. New information may warrant reconsideration of our decision.
External Resources
While we are an educational website and not a regulated financial services provider, if your concern relates to:
- Data protection: You may contact the relevant data protection authority in your jurisdiction
- Consumer rights: You may contact consumer protection agencies in your area
- Advertising concerns: You may contact relevant advertising standards authorities
Confidentiality
All complaints are treated confidentially. Information about your complaint will only be shared with those who need to be involved in the investigation and resolution process. We will not share your personal information with third parties in connection with your complaint except as required by law.
Recording and Learning
We keep records of all complaints to:
- Ensure consistency in how we handle similar issues
- Identify patterns that may indicate systemic problems
- Track our performance in resolving complaints
- Inform improvements to our content and processes
Complaint records are retained for a minimum of 3 years and are handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
Fair Treatment
We are committed to handling all complaints fairly and impartially. This means:
- Every complaint is taken seriously, regardless of its nature
- Complaints are investigated thoroughly and objectively
- We consider all relevant evidence before reaching a decision
- We explain our decisions clearly and provide reasoning
- We do not discriminate against anyone for making a complaint
See our Treating Customers Fairly policy for more information about our commitment to fair treatment.
Feedback on Our Complaints Process
We welcome feedback on how we handle complaints. If you have suggestions for improving our complaints process, please let us know at info@investmentbasic.com.
Contact Information
For complaints or questions about this policy:
InvestmentBasic
Email: info@investmentbasic.com
Website: investmentbasic.net
Please include "COMPLAINT" in your subject line for priority handling.