{"id":3,"date":"2026-04-12T05:13:07","date_gmt":"2026-04-12T05:13:07","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/ukr.dwk.mybluehost.me\/website_8c531ac9\/?page_id=3"},"modified":"2026-09-17T05:57:42","modified_gmt":"2026-09-17T05:57:42","slug":"privacy-policy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ethicertassurance.com\/website_8c531ac9\/privacy-policy\/","title":{"rendered":"Privacy Policy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"is-style-bk-box-shadow service-box wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-306a1e64 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-top-left-radius:15px;border-top-right-radius:15px;border-bottom-left-radius:15px;border-bottom-right-radius:15px;padding-top:48px;padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--large);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--large);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--large)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1\"><strong><strong><strong><br><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">PRIVACY<\/mark> POLICY<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-primary-color\"><strong>Your Privacy and Information Protection Matter to Us<\/strong><\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ethicert Assurance Private Limited (&#8220;Ethicert&#8221;, &#8220;we&#8221;, &#8220;us&#8221;, &#8220;our&#8221; or &#8220;Company&#8221;) respects the privacy of visitors, customers, prospective customers, business partners, auditors, trainees and other individuals who interact with us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, protect and, where necessary, share personal information when you visit or use our website and when you communicate or interact with Ethicert in connection with our services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This Privacy Policy applies to the Ethicert website, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\nhttps:\/\/www.ethicertassurance.com\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">and to other digital interactions that link or refer to this Privacy Policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By accessing or using our website or providing information to us, you acknowledge that your information may be processed in accordance with this Privacy Policy.<br><br><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-primary-color\"><strong>1. WHO WE ARE<\/strong><\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ethicert Assurance Private Limited provides professional services that may include certification, assessment, auditing, inspection, training, verification, testing, consulting and other assurance-related services, depending on the applicable service scope and authorization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the purposes of this Privacy Policy, Ethicert Assurance Private Limited is responsible for the personal information collected through this website and through relevant business interactions, except where we process information on behalf of another organization under a separate contractual or legal arrangement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ethicert Assurance Private Limited<\/strong><br>Tamil Nadu, India<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For privacy-related questions or requests, please contact us through the contact details published on our website or at:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Email:<\/strong> &nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:hi@example.com\">info@ethicertassurance.com<\/a><br><br><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-primary-color\">2. INFORMATION WE MAY COLLECT<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Depending on how you interact with Ethicert, we may collect the following categories of information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-primary-color\">2.1 Information You Provide Directly<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you contact us, submit an enquiry, request a quotation, register for a training programme, apply for a service or otherwise communicate with us, you may provide information such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Name<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Job title or designation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Organization or company name<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Business address<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Email address<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Telephone or mobile number<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Country or location<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Service requirements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Certification, audit, training or assessment requirements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Messages, enquiries or feedback<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Information submitted through forms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Documents or information relevant to a service request<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Please avoid sending sensitive personal information through general website contact forms unless it is specifically required and requested for a legitimate service purpose.<br><br><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-primary-color\">2.2 Information Collected Automatically<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you visit our website, certain technical and usage information may be collected automatically, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Internet Protocol (IP) address<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Browser type and version<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Device information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Operating system<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Date and time of access<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Pages viewed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Website navigation activity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Referring website or source<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">General geographic location<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Website interaction and usage information<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This information may be collected through cookies, server logs, analytics tools or similar technologies.<br><br><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-primary-color\">2.3 Information Received from Other Sources<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Where permitted by applicable law, we may receive relevant business or professional information from:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Certification or accreditation-related stakeholders<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Clients and prospective clients<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Business partners<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Publicly available sources<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Professional networks<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Event organizers<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Training partners<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Referral sources<br><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-primary-color\"><br>3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We may use personal information for legitimate business and operational purposes, including to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Respond to enquiries and requests<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Provide quotations and proposals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Communicate regarding our services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Process service applications or requests<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Arrange audits, assessments, inspections or training programmes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Deliver professional services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Verify information relevant to service delivery<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Manage customer and business relationships<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Send service-related communications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Improve our website, services and user experience<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Analyze website usage and performance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Maintain records and internal administration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Meet contractual, legal, regulatory or accreditation obligations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Protect the security and integrity of our systems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Prevent fraud, misuse or unauthorized activity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Manage complaints, feedback and disputes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Send relevant marketing or informational communications where permitted by applicable law<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We may also use aggregated or anonymized information for analysis, service improvement, research and business planning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-primary-color\">4. Google reCAPTCHA<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our website uses Google reCAPTCHA to help protect website forms and other digital interactions against spam, automated abuse, malicious activity and fraudulent submissions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When reCAPTCHA is enabled on a website form or interaction, relevant technical and behavioural signals may be processed to help determine whether an interaction appears to be performed by a human or an automated system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Depending on the implementation, this may include information such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">IP address<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Browser and device information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Interaction and usage signals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Website activity associated with the protected interaction<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Other security or risk-related signals necessary for bot and abuse prevention<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We use reCAPTCHA for legitimate security purposes, including protecting our website, forms, systems and users from spam, abuse, automated attacks and fraudulent activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As the operator of the website, Ethicert determines the purpose of using reCAPTCHA in connection with our website. Google processes relevant reCAPTCHA data in connection with providing and maintaining the service and supporting its security, threat detection and abuse-prevention capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Further information about Google&#8217;s privacy practices is available in Google&#8217;s Privacy Policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-primary-color\">5. WhatsApp Chat and Communication<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our website may provide a WhatsApp chat option to allow visitors to communicate with Ethicert conveniently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you choose to contact us through WhatsApp, you voluntarily initiate communication through the WhatsApp platform. Information you provide through WhatsApp may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Your mobile telephone number<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Your WhatsApp profile name<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Profile information made visible according to your WhatsApp settings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Messages and attachments you send to Ethicert<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Other information you voluntarily provide during the conversation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Please note that WhatsApp is a third-party communication platform operated separately from Ethicert.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your use of WhatsApp is also subject to the privacy practices, terms and policies of WhatsApp and its related service providers. We encourage you to review the applicable WhatsApp privacy information before using the service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ethicert may retain business communications received through WhatsApp where reasonably necessary for responding to your enquiry, providing services, maintaining business records, managing customer relationships, meeting contractual requirements or complying with applicable legal obligations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Please avoid sending highly sensitive, confidential or unnecessary personal information through WhatsApp unless specifically requested by Ethicert and appropriate safeguards are available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You may choose not to use WhatsApp and may contact us through alternative communication channels available on our website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-primary-color\">6. MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With your consent where required, or where otherwise permitted by applicable law, Ethicert may send you information about:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Certification and assurance services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Audit and assessment services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Training programmes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">New service offerings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Industry updates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Events and webinars<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Sustainability and ESG initiatives<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Information security and quality management topics<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You may opt out of promotional or marketing communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions included in the communication or by contacting us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even if you opt out of marketing communications, we may continue to send important service-related, contractual, administrative or legally required communications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-primary-color\">7. COOKIES AND SIMILAR TECHNOLOGIES<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve website functionality, understand visitor usage and enhance user experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cookies may help us to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Remember user preferences<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Understand how visitors use our website<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Improve website performance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Analyze website traffic<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Enhance security<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Support relevant website functionality<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality or performance of some parts of the website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Where required by applicable law, we will provide appropriate information or obtain consent regarding the use of non-essential cookies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-primary-color\">8. HOW WE MAY SHARE INFORMATION<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ethicert does not sell personal information as a commercial product.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We may share relevant information only where necessary and appropriate, including with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-primary-color\">Service Providers<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We may use trusted third-party service providers for services such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Website hosting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Information technology support<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Cloud infrastructure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Email and communication services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Website analytics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Customer relationship management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Professional administration<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Such providers may process information only to the extent necessary to provide services to us and subject to appropriate contractual or other safeguards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-primary-color\">Professional Partners<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Information may be shared with authorized professional partners, associates, auditors, trainers, technical experts or other parties involved in delivering the requested service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Legal, Regulatory and Accreditation Requirements<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We may disclose information where necessary to comply with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Applicable laws<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Regulatory requirements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Court orders<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Government requests<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Accreditation requirements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Certification scheme requirements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Legal proceedings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-primary-color\">Protection of Rights and Security<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We may disclose information where reasonably necessary to protect the rights, safety, property, systems, services or legal interests of Ethicert, our clients, users or other persons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-primary-color\">Business Transactions<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the event of a restructuring, merger, acquisition, transfer of business or similar corporate transaction, relevant information may be transferred subject to applicable legal requirements and appropriate safeguards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-primary-color\">9. CERTIFICATION, AUDIT AND PROFESSIONAL SERVICE INFORMATION<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Certain information collected during certification, audit, inspection, assessment, verification or assurance activities may be subject to additional contractual, professional, accreditation, certification scheme, confidentiality or legal requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Where Ethicert performs services for an organization, the collection and processing of information may also be governed by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Service agreements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Certification agreements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Audit or assessment procedures<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Applicable certification scheme rules<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Accreditation requirements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Confidentiality agreements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Applicable laws and regulations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Where there is a conflict between this Privacy Policy and a specific contractual or legally applicable requirement governing professional services, the relevant contractual or legal requirement may apply to the extent of that conflict.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-primary-color\">10. DATA RETENTION<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, including for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Providing requested services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Maintaining business and professional records<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Meeting legal obligations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Meeting accreditation or certification requirements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Resolving disputes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Enforcing agreements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Protecting our legal rights<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Maintaining appropriate business records<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The retention period may vary depending on the nature of the information and the applicable contractual, legal, regulatory or accreditation requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When information is no longer required, we will take reasonable steps to securely delete, destroy, anonymize or otherwise manage it in accordance with applicable requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-primary-color\">11. DATA SECURITY<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ethicert takes reasonable administrative, technical and organizational measures designed to protect personal information against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, alteration or disclosure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our security measures may include, where appropriate:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Access controls<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Authentication mechanisms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Secure communication practices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Information security procedures<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Restricted access to business information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Backup and recovery measures<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Monitoring and incident management processes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Employee and contractor awareness<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, no method of transmitting information over the internet or storing information electronically can be guaranteed to be completely secure. While we take reasonable steps to protect information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-primary-color\">12. INTERNATIONAL TRANSFER OF INFORMATION<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ethicert may use technology platforms, cloud services or service providers that process information in India or in other countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Where personal information is transferred or processed outside the country in which it was originally collected, we will take reasonable steps to ensure that such processing is carried out in accordance with applicable legal requirements and appropriate safeguards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-primary-color\">13. YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Subject to applicable law and the nature of the information involved, you may have rights relating to your personal information, including the right to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Request information about personal data held about you<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Request correction or updating of inaccurate information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Request deletion of personal information where applicable<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Object to or restrict certain processing activities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Opt out of marketing communications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Raise a privacy-related concern or complaint<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Certain rights may be subject to legal, contractual, regulatory, accreditation or professional record-keeping requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To exercise an applicable privacy right, please contact Ethicert using the contact details provided in this Privacy Policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We may need to verify your identity before responding to certain requests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-primary-color\">14. THIRD-PARTY WEBSITES<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our website may contain links to third-party websites, platforms or resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ethicert is not responsible for the privacy practices, security or content of third-party websites. We encourage visitors to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites they visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The inclusion of a link on our website does not necessarily mean that Ethicert endorses or controls that third party.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-primary-color\">15. CHILDREN&#8217;S PRIVACY<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our website and professional services are generally intended for business, institutional and professional users.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We do not knowingly collect personal information from children unless such collection is specifically required for a legitimate and lawful purpose and appropriate consent or authorization has been obtained where required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you believe that a child has provided personal information to us inappropriately, please contact us so that we can review the matter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-primary-color\">16. CONFIDENTIALITY OF CLIENT INFORMATION<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ethicert recognizes the importance of maintaining the confidentiality of client and applicant information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Information obtained in connection with audits, assessments, inspections, certification or other professional activities will be handled in accordance with applicable confidentiality commitments, contractual requirements, professional procedures and legal obligations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Where disclosure is required by law, regulation, accreditation requirements or a certification scheme, Ethicert may disclose information as required. Where permitted and appropriate, the relevant affected party may be informed of such disclosure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-primary-color\">17. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ethicert may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our business, services, technology, legal requirements or privacy practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The updated version will be published on this website with a revised &#8220;Last Updated&#8221; date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We encourage visitors to review this Privacy Policy periodically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-primary-color\">18. CONTACT US<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have any questions, concerns, requests or complaints regarding this Privacy Policy or the way Ethicert handles personal information, please contact us through the contact details available on our website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-primary-color\">Ethicert Assurance Private Limited<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Website:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ethicertassurance.com\/\"><strong>https:\/\/<\/strong>www.ethicertassurance.com<strong>\/<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Email:<\/strong> &nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:hi@example.com\">info@ethicertassurance.com<\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Contact Page:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ethicertassurance.com\/contact-us\/\"><strong>https:\/\/<\/strong>www.ethicertassurance.com<strong>\/<\/strong>contact-us\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We will make reasonable efforts to review and respond to privacy-related enquiries in accordance with applicable requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-primary-color\">19. 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