Last Updated: February 15, 2026
Gulf Star Accounting ("we", "our", "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website alamhy.com or use our professional services. We comply with the UAE Data Protection Laws and international privacy standards.
We collect information that you provide directly to us, including: Personal identification information (name, email address, phone number, passport/Emirates ID); Business information (company name, trade license, tax registration); Financial information (bank details, financial statements, tax returns); Communication records (emails, phone calls, meeting notes); Website usage data (IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent). We collect this information when you: request our services, fill out contact forms, subscribe to newsletters, communicate with us, or use our website.
We use the collected information to: Provide professional accounting, tax, audit, and consulting services; Process transactions and maintain accurate records; Communicate with you about services, appointments, and inquiries; Comply with legal, regulatory, and professional obligations; Improve our website and services; Send newsletters and marketing communications (with your consent); Detect and prevent fraud and security threats; Fulfill contractual obligations.
We process your personal information based on: Contractual necessity (to perform our services); Legal obligations (tax laws, anti-money laundering regulations, professional standards); Legitimate interests (improving services, fraud prevention); Your consent (marketing communications, cookies). You have the right to withdraw consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before withdrawal.
We may share your information with: Regulatory authorities (Federal Tax Authority, Ministry of Economy, Central Bank); Professional bodies and auditors (for quality control and compliance); Service providers (IT support, cloud storage, software vendors); Legal advisors and consultants (when legally required); Government agencies (when required by law). We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes. All third-party service providers are bound by confidentiality agreements.
We implement comprehensive security measures including: Encrypted data transmission (SSL/TLS); Secure cloud storage with access controls; Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments; Employee training on data protection; Physical security at our offices; Secure document disposal procedures. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to: Fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy; Comply with legal obligations (minimum 5-7 years for financial records); Resolve disputes and enforce agreements; Maintain business records as required by professional standards. After the retention period, we securely delete or anonymize your personal information.
You have the right to: Access your personal information we hold; Correct inaccurate or incomplete information; Request deletion of your information (subject to legal obligations); Object to processing of your information; Request restriction of processing; Data portability (receive your data in a structured format); Withdraw consent for marketing communications; Lodge a complaint with relevant authorities. To exercise these rights, contact us at info@alamhy.com.
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to: Remember your preferences and settings; Analyze website traffic and usage patterns; Improve user experience and website functionality; Enable certain features and services. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality. We use: Essential cookies (required for website operation); Analytics cookies (Google Analytics); Functional cookies (preferences and settings).
Your information may be transferred to and stored on servers located outside the UAE, particularly for cloud services. When we transfer data internationally, we ensure adequate safeguards through: Standard contractual clauses; Data processing agreements; Encryption and security measures; Compliance with applicable data protection laws.
Our services are not directed to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information immediately.
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
We may send you marketing communications about our services, industry updates, and relevant information. You can opt-out at any time by: Clicking the 'unsubscribe' link in emails; Contacting us at info@alamhy.com; Updating your communication preferences. We will process opt-out requests within 10 business days.
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or business operations. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on our website or sending an email. The 'Last Updated' date indicates when the policy was last revised. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: Gulf Star Accounting, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Phone: +971 4 264 8831. Email: info@alamhy.com. We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.