Effective Date: January 29, 2025
At Star Consultant, we are committed to managing and protecting your personal information responsibly. This Data Retention Policy outlines how we collect, store, and dispose of your data in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
1. Purpose of Data Retention
We retain personal information to:
- Provide and improve our services.
- Fulfill our legal obligations.
- Maintain accurate records for business and operational purposes.
2. Types of Data We Retain
Star Consultant may retain the following types of data:
- Personal Identification Information: Name, contact details, and demographic information.
- Service-Related Information: Details regarding services provided, including consultation records, applications, and other relevant documentation.
- Financial Information: Payment records related to services rendered.
3. Data Retention Period
We will retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including for the purposes of satisfying any legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. Specific retention periods include:
- Client Records: Retained for a minimum of 5 years after the last service provided.
- Financial Records: Retained for a minimum of 7 years to comply with tax and accounting regulations.
- Marketing Data: Retained until you opt-out of receiving communications from us.
4. Data Disposal
When personal data is no longer needed for the purposes for which it was collected, we will securely dispose of it. Disposal methods may include:
- Deletion of electronic records.
- Shredding of paper documents containing personal information.
5. Security Measures
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, loss, or destruction. This includes encryption, access controls, and secure storage solutions.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to request access to your personal data, request corrections, or request deletion of your data, subject to certain exceptions. For more information on your rights, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
7. Changes to This Data Retention Policy
Star Consultant reserves the right to modify this Data Retention Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for any updates. Your continued use of our services after changes are made constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.
8. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Data Retention Policy, please contact us at:
Phone: +263 772 952 922
Thank you for trusting Star Consultant with your personal information. We are dedicated to handling your data responsibly and transparently.
