Privacy Policy

KBM Accountants & Tax Advisors, UAE, respects your privacy. We are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy includes how we collect, utilise, and secure your personal data when you use our services or visit our website. It also explains your privacy rights under UAE law.

Purpose of this Privacy Notice

This notice provides details on how KBM UAE collects and processes your personal data through website use or service engagement. It ensures you understand how we use your data and your rights.

We do not intentionally collect information from individuals under 18 because this website and our services are not for children.

Please read this notice along with any other specific privacy notices provided during your interactions with us. This notice supplements them and does not override other privacy communications.

Data Controller

KBM Accountants & Tax Advisors, UAE, is the data controller responsible for your personal information. We (“KBM UAE”, “we”, “our”) manage your personal data in compliance with UAE data protection laws.

We have a dedicated Data Privacy Manager to oversee all privacy questions and concerns. For questions or to use your rights, you can reach our Data Privacy Manager.

You have the right to lodge a complaint with the UAE regulatory authority if you are not satisfied with our response.

Changes to this Notice

This notice may be updated from time to time. The current version is available on our website, and previous versions can be requested.

It is important to keep your information accurate. Please inform us of any updates to your personal data during your relationship with KBM UAE.

The Data We Collect About You

Personal data is any information that identifies you. We may gather the following categories of personal data:

  • Name, title, birthdate, and gender are examples of identity data.
  • Contact Data: Email, phone, address, and company details.
  • Financial data includes fees, transaction history, and payment details.
  • IP address, browser type, device details, and operating system are examples of technical data.
  • Username, password, preferences, and survey answers are examples of profile data.
  • Usage Data like website visits, product and service usage.
  • Marketing Data: Communication preferences and opt-in choices.
  • We do not collect sensitive data such as racial or ethnic information, health data, criminal records, or biometric data.
  • If you do not give the required personal data, we may be unable to offer certain services or fulfil contracts.

How We Collect Your Personal Data

We collect data via:

  • Direct communications include forms, emails, phone conversations, surveys, job applications, and comments.
  • Web analytics, server logs, and cookies are examples of automated technologies.
  • Third-party sources include public sources, advertising networks, and analytics companies.

How We Use Your Personal Data

We use your personal data only when legally allowed, mainly to:

  • Perform contracts with you.
  • Comply with legal obligations.
  • Pursue legitimate business interests (balanced against your rights).
  • Send marketing communications (with your consent).
  • Marketing purposes: We may use your information to provide relevant offers, promotions, or updates. You may opt out at any time.

Data Sharing

We may share personal data with:

  • Internal teams: departments or affiliates of KBM UAE.
  • IT, legal, banking, and accounting service partners are examples of external service providers.
  • Regulatory authorities: When reporting is mandated by law..
  • Business transfers: In case of mergers or acquisitions, with proper safeguards.

We require all third parties to follow UAE data protection laws and treat your information securely.

International Transfers

We may transfer data outside the UAE if necessary, ensuring legal safeguards are in place.

Data Security

We use the appropriate organisational and technical safeguards to prevent unauthorised access, disclosure, or loss of your personal information. Access is only allowed to authorised personnel who have a need to know.

Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to meet legal, regulatory, or contractual obligations. Retention periods depend on data type and applicable laws.

Your Legal Rights

You have rights under UAE data protection laws, including:

  • When it is legal to do so, request that data be erased.
  • Get access to your personal information.
  • Fix incomplete or erroneous data.
  • Object to the processing of data.
  • Limit processing under specific conditions.
  • Make a request for data portability.
  • Retract your agreement to be processed.

To exercise your rights, you may contact our Data Privacy Manager. We may request identification to verify your request.

Cookies

Our website utilises cookies for functionality and analytics. You can turn off cookies in your browser; however, some features may not function properly. See www.allaboutcookies.org for more information.

Changes of Purpose

We use your data only for the original purpose unless a new compatible purpose arises. If a new purpose is unrelated, we will notify you.

Data Protection Glossary

  • Legitimate Interest: Your rights are weighed against our commercial interest.
  • Contract Performance: The processing required to provide you with services.
  • Legal Obligation: Procedures mandated by UAE rules and laws..

Contact

For questions, complaints, or exercising your rights, contact our Data Privacy Manager at info@kbmuae.ae or call us at our telephone numbers shown in the Contact menu.