Privacy Policy
ACS Registrars is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of information obtained in the course of its certification activities.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and disclose personal and organizational information in connection with our certification services and website.
Information We Collect
We may collect and process information including, but not limited to:
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Contact information of applicants, certified organizations, and their representatives
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Information related to management systems, audit activities, and certification processes
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Website usage information collected for operational and security purposes
Information is collected only where necessary for the provision of certification services or to meet legal, contractual, or accreditation requirements.
Use of Information
Information collected is used for purposes including:
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Conducting certification, surveillance, and recertification activities
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Managing applications, contracts, and certification decisions
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Maintaining the integrity and effectiveness of certification processes
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Fulfilling legal and accreditation obligations
Information is not used for marketing or promotional purposes unrelated to certification activities.
Confidentiality and Data Protection
All information obtained during certification activities is treated as confidential.
Appropriate technical and organizational measures are implemented to protect information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or loss.
Access to information is restricted to authorized personnel with a legitimate need related to certification activities.
Disclosure of Information
Information may be disclosed only under the following circumstances:
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Where required by law or regulatory authorities
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Where required by accreditation bodies in connection with oversight activities
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With the consent of the organization or individual concerned
No confidential information is disclosed to third parties for commercial purposes.
Data Retention
Information is retained only for the period necessary to fulfill certification, legal, and accreditation requirements.
Retention periods are defined in accordance with applicable regulations and documented procedures.
Website Use
Our website may collect limited technical information, such as IP address and browser type, to ensure security, functionality, and performance.
This information does not identify individuals and is not used for profiling or marketing purposes.
Changes to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in legal, regulatory, or accreditation requirements.
The current version of this policy is made available on our website.
Contact
Questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy may be submitted through the contact details provided on our website.