Introduction
Uniwide Advisors DMCC (“Uniwide”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) values your privacy. This Privacy Notice explains how we collect, use, store, transfer, and protect your personal data under UAE laws, including Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on the Protection of Personal Data (“PPD”). It applies to natural persons in the UAE who interact with our website, services, or company representatives.
Data Controller
Uniwide Advisors DMCC is the Data Controller, based in Dubai, UAE under the DMCC framework. We determine how and why your personal data is processed.
Personal Data We Collect
We may collect personal data that may include:
- Name, date of birth, nationality, and contact details.
- Identification documents, such as passport or Emirates ID.
- Corporate information, including directorships and shareholdings.
- Financial details required for billing or compliance.
- Website usage data, such as cookies and browsing actions.
How We Collect Your Personal Data
We may obtain personal data directly from you through forms, email, calls, or meetings. We also receive data from service providers, such as identity verification partners, public databases, or your representatives.
Why We Process Your Personal Data
We process personal data for the following purposes:
- Providing company formation, corporate secretarial, and related services.
- Verifying identities and completing due diligence checks.
- Meeting legal or regulatory requirements under UAE laws (e.g., AML/CFT).
- Managing billing, invoicing, and client communications.
- Enforcing our agreements and protecting our rights or interests.
- Sending relevant updates or marketing messages, where permitted by law.
Legal Basis for Processing
We rely on multiple grounds, such as:
- Fulfilling contractual obligations to you.
- Complying with UAE regulatory or legal mandates.
- Pursuing our legitimate interests (e.g., business operations).
- Relying on your explicit consent, if needed for specific processing.
International Data Transfers
We may transfer your personal data outside the UAE (including to other offices or service providers), for reasons including client on-boarding, identity verification, or technical support. Where the destination does not have equivalent data protection laws, we aim to use Data Transfer Agreements or other measures to ensure appropriate safeguards.
Your Duty to Inform Us of Changes
Please keep us updated on any changes to your personal data. Accurate and current records help us serve you efficiently and remain compliant.
Your Rights as a UAE Resident
Subject to PPD, you may have the following rights:
- Right to Obtain Information: You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Right to Request Personal Data Transfer: In certain cases, you can ask us to transfer your data to you or another organisation.
- Request for Correction or Erasure: You can ask us to correct or delete personal data that is incomplete, inaccurate, or no longer needed.
- Right to Restrict Processing: You can request we suspend processing if you dispute its accuracy or legality.
- Right to Stop Processing: You can object to processing (such as direct marketing), except where required for public interest or legal obligations.
- Right Related to Automated Processing: You can request not to be subject to decisions based solely on automated processing that significantly affects you.
How to Exercise Your Rights
If you wish to exercise any of the above rights, contact us with proof of identity. This helps ensure we do not disclose data to anyone who should not have it.
Retention of Your Personal Data
We retain your personal data only for as long as it is needed to fulfil our obligations. Once data is no longer required, we securely delete or anonymise it as mandated by UAE law.
How We Protect Your Personal Data
We use a range of security measures to protect your data against misuse, unauthorised access, alteration, or loss. Access to personal data is restricted to authorised personnel who are bound by confidentiality obligations. We regularly test and evaluate our systems to address potential vulnerabilities. Our staff are trained in data protection responsibilities and security best practices.
Updates to This Notice
We may update this Privacy Notice to reflect changes in legal requirements or our practices. We will post any changes on our website with the modified revision date.
For more information or to discuss a data-related concern, please contact us: https://www.uniwide.com/contact/. We aim to address all queries promptly and in line with UAE rules.