Ouadi Group, Ltd.
Privacy at The Ouadi Group
Ouadi Group (“we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to safeguarding the privacy of our clients, visitors, and correspondents. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect personal information in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 (PECR), the EU General Data Protection Regulation (EU GDPR) (where applicable), the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), and other applicable US federal and state privacy laws.
By using our website, or communicating with us directly, you acknowledge and accept the practices described in this Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect and process only the information necessary to respond to enquiries, provide our services, and maintain the security and integrity of our operations. This may include:
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Personal details you provide, such as your name, contact information, role, and organisation.
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Information generated through your interactions with our website, including IP address, browser type, device identifiers, and usage statistics collected via cookies or similar technologies.
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For certain US state residents, “personal information” may also include categories defined under applicable state laws such as geolocation, internet activity, and inferences drawn from your use of our site.
We do not sell personal information and do not share it for targeted advertising.
2. Lawful Basis for Processing (UK/EU GDPR)
We process personal data under the following lawful bases:
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Consent – where you have given clear consent for processing.
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Contract – where necessary to perform a contract or pre-contract steps.
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Legitimate Interests – where our legitimate business purposes are not overridden by your rights.
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Legal Obligation – where required to comply with law.
3. How We Use Your Information
We may use your information to:
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Respond to enquiries or requests.
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Provide and manage our services.
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Maintain and improve our website.
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Fulfil contractual and legal obligations.
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Detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent or unlawful activity.
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Protect our rights, property, and the security of our clients.
4. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, including legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. When data is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymised.
5. Sharing Your Information
We may share your personal information:
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With trusted service providers under strict confidentiality agreements.
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When required by law, regulation, or court order.
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Where necessary to protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our clients.
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Where we transfer data outside the UK, EEA, or United States, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place (adequacy decisions, contractual clauses, or other lawful mechanisms).
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies for functionality, security, and analytics. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.
7. Your Rights – UK/EU
Under the UK GDPR and EU GDPR, you have the right to:
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Access your personal data.
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Rectify inaccuracies.
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Erase your data (“right to be forgotten”).
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Restrict or object to processing.
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Data portability.
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Withdraw consent at any time.
8. Your Rights – United States
Depending on your state of residence (including California, Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, and Utah), you may have the right to:
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Know what personal information we collect, use, and disclose.
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Request access to the personal information we hold about you.
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Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal exemptions.
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Correct inaccuracies in your personal information.
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Request to opt out of the “sale” or “sharing” of your personal information or targeted advertising (we do not currently sell personal data).
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Limit the use and disclosure of sensitive personal information.
To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details in Section 11. We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of your privacy rights.
9. Data Security
We employ appropriate technical and organisational measures to safeguard your personal data against loss, unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
10. Data Breach Notification
If we become aware of a data breach that affects your personal information, we will notify you and relevant authorities in accordance with applicable UK, EU, and US laws.
11. Contact Us
For questions, requests, or to exercise your rights:
Address: The Ouadi Group • 9100 Wilshire Blvd. • Suite 333-164 • Beverly Hills, CA • 90212
For UK/EU residents: you may also contact the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at https://ico.org.uk.
For California residents: you may also contact the California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) at https://cppa.ca.gov.