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Gold Hedging Terms & Conditions

Effective Date: August 4, 2025

1. Introduction

These Terms & Conditions govern the gold hedging service ('Service') provided by GFTAVa ('We', 'Us', 'Our') to clients ('You', 'Your'). By using this Service, You agree to these Terms.

2. Nature of Service
  • •GFTAVa acts solely as a buying agent to purchase physical gold bullion on Your behalf.
  • •Purchased gold will be held in the storage facility of an independent third-party gold dealer ('Gold Dealer, Custodian, Exchange or a gold bank') selected by You or recommended by Us, and we trade through a regulated or an organized exchange.
  • •GFTAVa does not provide investment management, advisory services, or act as a custodian for Your gold and in most jurisdictions, physical gold assets is not a regulated or a licensed activity (e.g., The UK Gold Exchange).
3. Client Decision & Hedging
  • •The choice to hedge part of Your funds into gold is entirely Your decision and account hedging with gold must trade for at least Six Months (6 months).
  • •You are responsible for deciding the percentage of funds to be converted into gold.
  • •Gold prices can rise or fall due to market and economic conditions, and You bear all associated risks.
  • •Clients may choose to hedge other of their activities with gold by a certain percentage or hold the total quantity in gold.
  • •A contract note can be sent to the client indicating the market, the exchange, and the jurisdiction where the gold is sourced or hedge.
4. Ownership & Storage
  • •Upon purchase, legal ownership of the gold transfers to You.
  • •Storage, security, and insurance of the gold are managed directly by the Gold Dealer, Custodian, or Exchange.
  • •GFTAVa is not responsible for gold once it is delivered to or stored with the Gold Dealer, Custodian, or Exchange.
  • •If a client requests physical delivery, they will be responsible for all delivery and associated charges.
5. Payments & Settlement
  • •Payments for gold must be made via approved payment methods stated by GFTAVa or directly to the Gold Dealer.
  • •Any applicable anti-money laundering (AML) or know your customer (KYC) requirements in Your jurisdiction must be complied with before purchase.
  • •Payment made for gold can only be used to purchase the gold in full.
  • •The price of gold is not determined by GFTAVa or its legal entity, but GFTAVa may charge a markup commission for profit.
  • •The gold can be sourced from any location where GFTAVa has access to operate.
  • •Clients may choose to resell the gold to GFTAVa.
6. AML/KYC Compliance
  • •GFTAVa complies with applicable AML/KYC regulations in relevant jurisdictions.
  • •You agree to provide any identification, proof of address, and documentation requested for verification before gold can be purchased.
7. Fees & Charges
  • •GFTAVa may charge a service fee for acting as an agent in gold purchases.
  • •Storage, insurance, and delivery fees are determined by and payable to the Gold Dealer, Custodian, or Exchange.
8. No Guaranteed Returns
  • •This Service does not guarantee profits or returns from gold price movements.
  • •GFTAVa is not liable for market losses or changes in gold value after purchase.
9. Risk Disclaimer
  • •The value of gold can fluctuate due to global market, currency, and geopolitical factors.
  • •Past performance does not guarantee future results.
  • •You accept all risks associated with gold ownership.
10. Limitation of Liability
  • •GFTAVa's responsibility is limited to executing the purchase according to Your instructions.
  • •GFTAVa is not liable for any loss, theft, or damage to gold once delivered to the Gold Dealer, Custodian, or Exchange, or from hedging activities.
11. Governing Law
  • •These Terms are governed by the laws of the jurisdiction in which GFTAVa operates or as mutually agreed.
  • •Any disputes will be resolved through arbitration or courts as applicable.
  • •These Terms can be adjusted at any time, and updated versions will be made available to clients.

Important Notice

Do not go further if you do not agree with these terms and conditions stated.

Questions About Gold Hedging?

If you have any questions about our Gold Hedging Terms & Conditions, please contact us at:

support@gftava.com

Important Disclosure

GFThedge does not act as a custodianGFThedge does not hold, store, or act as custodian for any client funds or assets. All gold transactions are executed through regulated and organized exchanges with proper custody arrangements.

Gold TradingPhysical gold and gold-related instruments are traded through regulated and organized exchanges. All gold allocations are backed by tangible assets held in secure, insured vaults through our partner exchanges and custodians.

Trading AccountsAll trading accounts (MT5) are provided and managed by third-party licensed brokers such as AvaTrade. GFThedge operates as an institutional trading firm. Clients can mirror our strategies automatically into their own accounts and can make a profit if those strategies are profitable, but can also make losses if our company is in loss. We do not operate as a broker or hold client trading funds directly.

Our RoleGFThedge facilitates access to trading services and gold hedging opportunities through established, regulated partners. We provide technology, strategy, and coordination services but do not act as a financial custodian, broker, or vault operator.

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GFThedge (GFT) is a brand of CCI Limited, a Company registered in Mauritius and Authorised by FSC Mauritius, with Authorisation number AU2001208. We act as an institutional trading firm and an affiliate partner for AvaTrade, and we do not offer investment advice. GFThedge does not act as a broker; all trading accounts are opened through third-party brokers, such as AvaTrade. Some trading accounts can be opened through a third-party provider for legal and administrative purposes. The market in which we operate is considered high-risk because it has the capacity to generate high returns either in a short or long period of time; however, there can also be losses. We consider this type of trading not suitable for everyone; in most cases, we recommend it for people who have formal education or are in a good financial position with acceptable financial knowledge. Though you might view our information in the public domain, not all information on our website and trading platform constitutes investment advice, or applies to visitors in certain regions. Your account value can go down as well as up, and you may get back less than you originally deposited. Past performance is not a guide to future performance, and some positions can be traded or need to be held for the long term.

Our profit is generated through charging spreads and performance fees. It's essential to emphasise that any information provided here is solely for informational purposes and should not be regarded as investment advice, trading advice, or any other type of advice. Trading involves substantial risk of experiencing rapid financial losses. Under FSC rules, physical Gold delivery is not a regulated activity.

Risk Warning: Futures, CFDs, Derivatives, FX and other similar financial instruments are intricate and carry a substantial risk of experiencing rapid financial losses (it is possible to lose the entire capital), primarily due to leverage. It is crucial to carefully assess whether you have the financial capacity to withstand such risks before engaging in trading or investing in these activities. Please be aware that the Company is in no way affiliated with and assumes no responsibility or liability for activities conducted by individuals or entities in connection with or resulting from this type of trading or investing, whether wholly or partially. We strongly advise you to thoroughly review our Risk Disclosure before proceeding.

Restricted Jurisdictions: We do not accept clients from the following jurisdictions: USA, Canada, UK, European Economic Area (EEA), Iran, Sudan, Cuba, or any other jurisdiction where these services are contrary to local laws. It is the duty of the client to decide if these services are acceptable in his or her country or not. By accessing our services, you confirm that you are not a resident of any restricted jurisdiction.