Legal & Compliance

Privacy Policy

Depistage Services Private Limited is committed to protecting your privacy and personal data in accordance with global data protection standards.

Last Updated: April 2025

1. Introduction

Depistage Services Private Limited ("Company", "we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy, confidentiality, and security of personal data entrusted to us. As a provider of background screening, due diligence, and risk intelligence services, we recognize the sensitive nature of the information we handle and adhere to strict data protection and information security practices.

This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, process, use, store, disclose, and safeguard personal data when individuals interact with our website or communicate with us.

By accessing or using our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.

2. Company Information

Depistage Services Private Limited

223, Radheyshyam Abhishek, Eldeco Udyan 1, Dilkusha, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh – 226002, India

Phone: +91 7897770575

Email: priyanshishrivastava87@gmail.com

3. Regulatory and Compliance Framework

We process personal data in compliance with applicable data protection laws and globally recognized standards, including:

  • General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) – EU/UK
  • Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (India)
  • ISO/IEC 27001 – Information Security Management System (ISMS)
  • ISO/IEC 27701 – Privacy Information Management System (PIMS)

Our policies, processes, and controls are designed to ensure: Lawful and transparent data processing, Strong information security governance, Privacy by design and by default, Accountability and audit readiness.

4. Scope of This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to:

  • Visitors to our website
  • Individuals who submit enquiries or contact us
  • Prospective clients, vendors, and partners
  • Users interacting with our digital platforms

Important: This policy does not govern data processed under client-specific agreements for background verification services, which are covered under separate contractual arrangements such as Data Processing Agreements (DPAs).

5. Categories of Personal Data Collected

5.1 Information Provided by Users

We may collect personal data voluntarily provided by users, including:

  • Full name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Organization name
  • Job designation
  • Location details
  • Any additional information submitted through contact forms, emails, or communications

5.2 Automatically Collected Information

When users visit our website, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address
  • Device type and identifiers
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Referring URLs
  • Date and time of access
  • Pages visited and navigation patterns

5.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Enhance website functionality
  • Analyze traffic and user behavior
  • Improve user experience
  • Maintain session security

Users may manage cookie preferences through browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

6. Purpose of Processing Personal Data

We process personal data for the following purposes:

6.1 Business and Operational Purposes

  • Responding to enquiries and communications
  • Providing service-related information
  • Managing client relationships and business interactions
  • Facilitating onboarding discussions

6.2 Legal and Compliance Purposes

  • Complying with legal and regulatory obligations
  • Supporting audit, risk, and compliance requirements
  • Preventing fraud, misuse, or unauthorized access

6.3 Technical and Analytical Purposes

  • Improving website performance and usability
  • Monitoring system security and integrity
  • Conducting analytics and performance assessments

6.4 Marketing and Communication

  • Sharing updates, service offerings, and relevant insights (where permitted)
  • Maintaining professional communication channels

7. Lawful Basis for Processing (GDPR Compliance)

We process personal data based on one or more of the following lawful bases:

  • Consent (where explicitly obtained)
  • Legitimate Interests (business communication and service improvement)
  • Contractual Necessity (pre-contractual discussions or agreements)
  • Legal Obligations (regulatory compliance)

8. Data Protection Principles

In accordance with GDPR and DPDP Act, we adhere to the following principles:

  • Lawfulness, Fairness, and Transparency
  • Purpose Limitation
  • Data Minimization
  • Accuracy and Data Quality
  • Storage Limitation
  • Integrity and Confidentiality
  • Accountability and Governance

9. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent personal data. However, we may share data in the following circumstances:

9.1 Internal Access

  • Authorized personnel on a need-to-know basis
  • Subject to strict confidentiality and access controls

9.2 Third-Party Service Providers

  • IT service providers
  • Hosting and infrastructure partners
  • Professional advisors

All third parties are contractually bound to: Maintain confidentiality, Implement adequate security controls, Process data only as instructed.

9.3 Legal and Regulatory Authorities

  • Where required by law, regulation, or court order
  • For compliance, enforcement, or investigation purposes

10. Cross-Border Data Transfers

Where personal data is transferred across jurisdictions:

  • Transfers are conducted in compliance with GDPR and DPDP requirements
  • Appropriate safeguards are implemented, such as: Standard contractual clauses, Secure data environments, Restricted access controls

11. Data Retention Policy

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to:

  • Fulfill the purpose of collection
  • Meet legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations
  • Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

Upon expiry of retention periods, data is: Securely deleted, or Anonymized for analytical use.

12. Information Security Measures (ISO 27001 Alignment)

We implement comprehensive technical and organizational security controls, including:

  • Encryption of data in transit (SSL/TLS) and at rest
  • Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
  • Secure authentication and authorization mechanisms
  • Network security (firewalls, intrusion detection systems)
  • Continuous monitoring and logging
  • Vulnerability management and periodic testing
  • Incident response and breach management procedures
  • Vendor risk assessment and access control

We regularly review and update our security measures to mitigate emerging risks.

13. Data Subject Rights

13.1 Rights under GDPR (EU/UK Users)

Individuals have the right to:

  • Access their personal data
  • Request correction or rectification
  • Request deletion (Right to be Forgotten)
  • Restrict or object to processing
  • Data portability
  • Withdraw consent at any time

13.2 Rights under DPDP Act (India)

Individuals have the right to:

  • Access information about their personal data
  • Request correction and erasure
  • Withdraw consent
  • Nominate a representative
  • Seek grievance redressal

Requests can be submitted via contact details below.

14. Grievance Redressal Mechanism (DPDP Compliance)

We maintain a grievance redressal mechanism to address concerns related to data processing.

Grievance Officer / Contact:

Depistage Services Private Limited

Email: priyanshishrivastava87@gmail.com

Phone: +91 7897770575

All complaints will be acknowledged and addressed within reasonable timelines in accordance with applicable laws.

15. Children's Data Protection

  • Our website is not intended for individuals below 18 years of age
  • We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors
  • Any such data identified will be deleted promptly

16. Third-Party Websites

Our website may include links to third-party websites:

  • We do not control these websites
  • We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content
  • Users should review third-party privacy policies independently

17. Cookies and Tracking Policy

We use cookies to:

  • Enable website functionality
  • Improve performance
  • Analyze usage trends

Users can control cookie settings via their browser. Disabling cookies may impact functionality.

18. Data Breach and Incident Response

In the event of a data breach:

  • We will follow established incident response protocols
  • Assess and contain the breach promptly
  • Notify affected parties and authorities where required by law
  • Take corrective actions to prevent recurrence

19. Changes to This Privacy Policy

  • This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically
  • Updates will be published on this page
  • Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of revised policy

20. Contact Information

For any privacy-related queries, requests, or concerns:

Depistage Services Private Limited

223, Radheyshyam Abhishek, Eldeco Udyan 1, Dilkusha, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh – 226002, India

Phone: +91 7897770575

Email: admin@depistageservices.com

Privacy Queries & Requests

For any privacy-related queries, data subject requests, or concerns, please contact us.

Depistage Services Private Limited · 223, Radheyshyam Abhishek, Eldeco Udyan 1, Dilkusha, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh – 226002, India