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Privacy Policy

How we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

Last updated: March 2025

Das And Partners Engineering Consultancy is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights — in compliance with UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on Personal Data Protection.

1. Overview

This Privacy Policy applies to all personal data collected through dasandpartnersengineering.com and any communications or services you use. The data controller is:

2. Data We Collect

We collect the following categories of personal data:

CategoryExamplesHow Collected
Identity Data Full name, job title, company name Contact forms, career applications
Contact Data Email address, phone number Contact forms, newsletter signups
Technical Data IP address, browser type, pages visited, time on site Cookies, Google Analytics
Usage Data How you interact with our website Analytics tools
Professional Data CV / resume, work experience, qualifications Career applications only
Communication Data Messages and enquiries sent via contact forms Contact forms, email

We do not collect sensitive personal data (e.g., health, financial, or biometric data) through this website.

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

  • To respond to enquiries — when you contact us via our contact form or email.
  • To process job applications — to evaluate your candidacy for positions at Das And Partners.
  • To send newsletters — if you have subscribed to our newsletter (you may unsubscribe at any time).
  • To improve our website — using anonymised analytics data to understand how visitors interact with our site.
  • To comply with legal obligations — as required by UAE law.
  • To send service-related communications — important notices about our services or this website.

Under UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021, we process your data on the following legal bases:

  • Consent — for newsletter subscriptions and marketing communications.
  • Contract performance — to respond to service enquiries and process job applications.
  • Legitimate interests — for website analytics and improving our services.
  • Legal obligation — to comply with UAE laws and regulations.

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data. We may share your data with:

  • Service providers — such as email hosting, analytics (Google Analytics), and live chat providers who process data on our behalf under data processing agreements.
  • Professional advisors — lawyers, accountants, and insurers where necessary.
  • Regulatory authorities — when required by UAE law or a court order.
  • Prospective buyers — in the event of a merger, acquisition, or business sale (prospective buyers will be bound by confidentiality obligations).

All third parties are required to respect your data and treat it in accordance with applicable law.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary:

  • Contact enquiries: Up to 2 years after the last communication.
  • Job applications (unsuccessful): Up to 6 months after the recruitment process ends.
  • Newsletter subscribers: Until you unsubscribe.
  • Analytics data: As per Google Analytics settings (maximum 26 months).

After retention periods expire, data is securely deleted or anonymised.

7. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to enhance your experience. These include:

  • Strictly necessary cookies — required for the website to function (e.g., cookie consent preference).
  • Analytics cookies — Google Analytics to understand website usage (only with your consent).
  • Functionality cookies — to remember your preferences (e.g., dark mode).

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time using the cookie banner on our website, or through your browser settings. Rejecting analytics cookies will not affect your ability to use the website.

8. Your Rights

Under UAE data protection law, you have the right to:

  • Access — request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
  • Correction — request that inaccurate or incomplete data be corrected.
  • Deletion — request that your data be deleted ("right to be forgotten") where applicable.
  • Portability — request your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
  • Objection — object to processing based on legitimate interests.
  • Withdraw consent — withdraw any consent given at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at privacy@dasandpartnersengineering.com. We will respond within 30 days.

9. Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational security measures to protect your data against unauthorised access, loss, alteration, or disclosure. These include SSL encryption, secure server hosting, and access controls.

While we take reasonable measures, no internet transmission is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but we will notify you of any material data breach as required by UAE law.

10. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.

11. Policy Changes

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

For material changes, we may notify you directly via email or a prominent notice on our website.

12. Contact Us

For any privacy-related questions, requests, or complaints, please contact our Data Protection contact:

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the UAE Data Office or relevant UAE regulatory authority if you believe your data has been processed unlawfully.