Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how AS-WORTH Professional Services Limited collects, uses, and protects your personal information.

Last updated: January 2025

1. Introduction

AS-WORTH Professional Services Limited ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, use our services, or interact with us.

By using our services or providing us with your personal information, you consent to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect the following types of personal information:

  • Name, email address, phone number, and postal address
  • Company information and job title
  • Payment and billing information
  • Professional qualifications and certifications
  • Employment history and references
  • Government-issued identification numbers (where required by law)

2.2 Technical Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address and location data
  • Browser type and version
  • Device information and operating system
  • Pages visited and time spent on our website
  • Referring website information
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

2.3 Business Information

In the course of providing our services, we may collect:

  • Project specifications and requirements
  • Business documents and contracts
  • Compliance and regulatory information
  • Financial and operational data
  • Communication records and correspondence

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

  • Providing and delivering our professional services
  • Processing payments and managing billing
  • Communicating with you about our services
  • Responding to your inquiries and support requests
  • Improving our website and services
  • Complying with legal and regulatory requirements
  • Conducting business analytics and reporting
  • Marketing and promotional activities (with your consent)
  • Ensuring security and preventing fraud

4. 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:

4.1 Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in:

  • Website hosting and maintenance
  • Payment processing
  • Email communications
  • Data analytics and reporting
  • Legal and compliance services

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information when required by law or to:

  • Comply with legal processes or government requests
  • Protect our rights, property, or safety
  • Prevent fraud or illegal activities
  • Enforce our terms of service

4.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new entity.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

  • Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest
  • Regular security assessments and updates
  • Access controls and authentication systems
  • Employee training on data protection
  • Secure data storage and backup procedures
  • Incident response and breach notification procedures

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Factors that determine retention periods include:

  • The nature of the information and purpose for collection
  • Legal and regulatory requirements
  • Business and operational needs
  • Your consent and preferences

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request access to your personal information
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
  • Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
  • Restriction: Request limitation of processing
  • Objection: Object to certain types of processing
  • Withdrawal: Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us:

  • Remember your preferences and settings
  • Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
  • Improve website functionality and performance
  • Provide personalized content and advertisements

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information.

11. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any material changes by:

  • Posting the updated policy on our website
  • Sending you an email notification
  • Providing notice through our services

Your continued use of our services after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

AS-WORTH Professional Services Limited

Address:

6, Ashabi Cole Street
Central Business District, Alausa
Ikeja, Lagos

14. Compliance with Applicable Laws

This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with applicable data protection laws, including:

  • Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR)
  • General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
  • California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
  • Other applicable local and international privacy laws

We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of data protection and privacy compliance in all our operations.

Questions About Your Privacy?

We're here to help. Contact us if you have any questions about how we handle your personal information.