1. Introduction
Sajed Meer Chartered Accountants (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website (https://sajedmeerca.com), use our services, or interact with us through social media platforms.
By using our services or providing us with your information, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
2. Information we collect
2.1 Personal information you provide
We may collect the following personal information when you:
● Submit a contact form or request a quote
● Engage our professional services
● Subscribe to our newsletter or communications
● Communicate with us via email, phone, or social media
This information may include:
● Full name
● Email address
● Phone number
● Business name and address
● Financial information (for service provision)
● Tax identification numbers
● Banking details
● Employment information
● Other information relevant to providing accounting, tax, audit, and advisory services
2.2 Information automatically collected
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
● IP address
● Browser type and version
● Device information
● Pages visited and time spent on our website
● Referring website addresses
● Cookies and similar tracking technologies
2.3 Third-party information
We may receive information about you from:
● Government agencies and regulatory bodies
● Credit reporting agencies
● Business partners and service providers
● Publicly available sources
3. How we use your information
We use your personal information for the following purposes:
3.1 Service delivery
● Providing accounting, taxation, audit, and business advisory services
● Preparing financial statements and tax returns
● Conducting audits and assurance engagements
● Offering strategic business planning and consulting
3.2 Communication
● Responding to your inquiries and service requests
● Sending service-related notifications
● Providing updates about our services
● Sending newsletters and marketing communications (with your consent)
3.3 Legal and compliance
● Complying with legal and regulatory requirements
● Meeting professional standards and obligations
● Preventing fraud and ensuring security
● Protecting our legal rights
3.4 Business operations
● Improving our website and services
● Conducting internal analysis and research
● Managing our business operations
4. Legal basis for processing (where applicable)
We process your personal information based on:
● Contractual necessity: To fulfill our service agreements with you
● Legal obligation: To comply with tax laws, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements
● Legitimate interests: To operate our business, improve our services, and protect against fraud
● Consent: Where you have provided explicit consent for specific purposes
5. How we share your information
We maintain strict confidentiality standards as required by our professional obligations. We may share your information with:
5.1 Service providers
● IT service providers and cloud storage services
● Payment processors
● Professional advisors (lawyers, auditors)
● Administrative support services
5.2 Regulatory and legal requirements
● Tax authorities (e.g., National Board of Revenue, Bangladesh)
● Government agencies and regulators
● Law enforcement when legally required
● Courts and tribunals as required by law
5.3 Business transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.
5.4 With your consent
We may share your information with third parties when you have given us explicit permission to do so.
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
6. Data security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:
● Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest
● Secure servers and firewalls
● Access controls and authentication procedures
● Regular security assessments
● Employee confidentiality agreements and training
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Data retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:
● Provide our services to you
● Comply with legal and regulatory requirements (typically 7-10 years for financial records)
● Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements
● Meet our professional obligations
After the retention period expires, we will securely delete or anonymize your information.
8. Your rights
Depending on applicable laws, you may have the following rights:
8.1 Access and correction
You have the right to request access to and correction of your personal information.
8.2 Deletion
You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal and professional retention requirements.
8.3 Objection and restriction
You may object to or request restriction of certain processing activities.
8.4 Data portability
You may request a copy of your personal information in a structured, commonly used format.
8.5 Withdraw consent
Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw your consent at any time.
8.6 Marketing communications
You may opt out of receiving marketing communications by clicking the unsubscribe link in our emails or contacting us directly.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in Section 13.
9. Cookies and tracking technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to:
● Remember your preferences
● Understand how you use our website
● Improve website performance
● Provide relevant content
You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.
10. Third-party links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites and social media platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
11. Children’s privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.
12. International data transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than Bangladesh. When we transfer your information internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with applicable laws.
13. Contact us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Sajed Meer Chartered Accountants
House 106 (Level 5), Road 15, Sector 11
Uttara, Dhaka 1230, Bangladesh
Phone: +880 1985 109089
Email: info@sajedmeerca.com
Website: https://sajedmeerca.com
14. Changes to this privacy policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by:
● Posting the updated policy on our website
● Updating the “Last Updated” date
● Sending you an email notification (for significant changes)
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
15. Professional confidentiality
As Chartered Accountants, we are bound by strict professional confidentiality obligations under the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Bangladesh (ICAB) Code of Ethics. These obligations may, in certain circumstances, override or supplement the provisions of this Privacy Policy. We maintain the highest standards of professional conduct in handling your information.
16. Consent
By using our services, visiting our website, or providing us with your personal information, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Privacy Policy.
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