Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 24, 2025

Welcome to AuditEase. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

1. Who We Are

AuditEase is a compliance and security platform developed as part of a final-year dissertation project. Our services help businesses automate GDPR compliance checks through scanning tools and compliance questionnaires.

2. What Data We Collect

When using our platform, we may collect the following personal data:

3. How We Use Your Data

We process your data to:

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data under the following legal grounds:

5. Data Security & SSL Encryption

All data transmission is secured using SSL (Secure Socket Layer) encryption to protect against unauthorized access. We employ strict security protocols to safeguard user information.

6. Cookie Policy & Consent

We use cookies to enhance user experience, analyze site traffic, and ensure security. Upon visiting AuditEase, you will be prompted to accept or customize cookie preferences. You may manage cookies in your browser settings.

7. Data Storage & Retention

We retain your data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. After this period, data is securely deleted or anonymized.

8. Data Sharing & Security

We do not sell or share your data with third parties for marketing purposes. Your information is protected with encryption and access controls. We may share data:

9. Your GDPR Rights

Under the GDPR, you have the right to:

To exercise these rights, contact us at indivar2.mendiratta@live.uwe.ac.uk.

10. Data Protection Officer (DPO) Contact

We have appointed a Data Protection Officer (DPO) to oversee compliance with GDPR regulations. You may contact our DPO at:

Email: indivar2.mendiratta@live.uwe.ac.uk

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy to reflect legal or operational changes. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email (General Inquiries): indivar2.mendiratta@live.uwe.ac.uk

Email (Support & Helpdesk): auditease.helpdesk@gmail.com

By using AuditEase, you agree to this Privacy Policy.