Privacy Policy
At Rahlatek, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our services.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information to provide better services to our users. The types of information we collect include:
1.1 Information You Provide to Us
- Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your name, email address, phone number, and password
- Profile Information: Additional information you may provide such as company name, job title, and profile picture
- Payment Information: Billing details, payment card numbers, and transaction history (processed securely through our payment providers)
- Communications: Information you provide when you contact our support team or participate in surveys
1.2 Information We Collect Automatically
- Device Information: Hardware model, operating system version, unique device identifiers, and mobile network information
- Log Information: IP address, browser type and version, time zone setting, browser plug-in types and versions
- Usage Data: Information about how you use our services, including access times, pages viewed, and system activity
- Location Information: We may collect and process information about your actual location using various technologies
1.3 Information from Third Parties
- Social Media: If you connect your social media accounts, we may receive information from those platforms
- Business Partners: We may receive information about you from our business partners and service providers
- Public Sources: We may collect information from publicly available sources
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
Purpose | Description | Legal Basis |
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Service Delivery | To provide, maintain, and improve our services | Contract Performance |
Account Management | To manage your account and provide customer support | Contract Performance |
Communications | To send you updates, security alerts, and support messages | Legitimate Interest |
Marketing | To send promotional communications (with your consent) | Consent |
Analytics | To understand how our services are used and improve them | Legitimate Interest |
Security | To detect, prevent, and address fraud and security issues | Legal Obligation |
Legal Compliance | To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms | Legal Obligation |
3. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
3.1 With Your Consent
We may share your information when you give us explicit permission to do so.
3.2 Service Providers
We work with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our business, such as:
- Cloud storage and hosting providers
- Payment processors and financial institutions
- Analytics and performance monitoring services
- Customer support and communication platforms
- Marketing and advertising partners
3.3 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities, including:
- Court orders and legal proceedings
- Government requests and regulatory requirements
- To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property
- To enforce our terms and conditions
3.4 Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
4. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized or unlawful processing, accidental loss, destruction, or damage.
Our Security Measures Include:
- Encryption: We use SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission and encrypt sensitive data at rest
- Access Controls: We limit access to personal information to authorized employees who need it to perform their job functions
- Regular Security Assessments: We conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
- Incident Response: We have procedures in place to detect, report, and investigate data breaches
- Employee Training: Our staff receives regular training on data protection and security best practices
- Physical Security: We protect our facilities and equipment against unauthorized access
While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including to satisfy any legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.
Retention Periods:
- Account Information: Retained for the duration of your account and up to 30 days after account closure
- Transaction Records: Retained for 7 years for tax and accounting purposes
- Marketing Communications: Retained until you unsubscribe or withdraw consent
- Technical Logs: Retained for 90 days for security and performance analysis
- Legal Records: Retained as required by applicable laws and regulations
After the retention period expires, we will securely delete or anonymize your personal information.
6. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
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Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
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Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
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Erasure: Request deletion of your personal information ("right to be forgotten")
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Restriction: Request that we limit the processing of your information
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Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
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Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing
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Withdrawal of Consent: Withdraw consent at any time where we rely on consent to process your information
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Complaint: Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below. We will respond to your request within 30 days.
8. Third-Party Services and Links
Our services may contain links to third-party websites, applications, or services that are not operated by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties.
Third-Party Services We Use:
- Google Analytics: For website analytics and performance monitoring
- Payment Processors: Stripe and PayPal for secure payment processing
- Cloud Services: AWS and Google Cloud for data storage and hosting
We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you interact with through our platform.
9. Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.
If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 16, we will take steps to delete that information as quickly as possible.
10. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and maintained on servers located outside of your state, province, country, or other governmental jurisdiction where data protection laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction.
Safeguards for International Transfers:
- We use Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission
- We ensure adequate levels of protection for data transfers
- We only transfer data to countries with adequate data protection laws
- We implement additional security measures for international transfers
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons.
When we make material changes, we will:
- Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
- Notify you via email or through a prominent notice on our website
- Give you the opportunity to review the changes before they become effective
- Obtain your consent if required by applicable law
We encourage you to periodically review this Privacy Policy to stay informed about how we protect your information.
Cookie Notice
We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website. By continuing to use our services, you agree to our use of cookies as described in this Privacy Policy. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings at any time.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Rahlatek Data Protection Officer
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +44 7411 5532 23
Response Time: We aim to respond to all privacy-related inquiries within 48 hours
Business Hours: Sunday - Thursday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM GST
For specific data protection requests (access, deletion, portability), please include "Data Protection Request" in your email subject line to ensure prompt handling.
Our Commitment to Your Privacy
At Rahlatek, we believe that privacy is a fundamental right. We are committed to being transparent about our data practices and giving you control over your personal information. This Privacy Policy reflects our dedication to protecting your privacy and maintaining your trust.
Thank you for trusting Rahlatek with your information.