Privacy Policy of Benchmark Accrediting Solutions Group

Effective Date: July 14, 2025

At Benchmark Accrediting Solutions Group (“Benchmark,” “we,” “our,” or “us”), we are committed to safeguarding the privacy of all individuals whose personal information we collect, use, or share. This Privacy Policy outlines how we handle personal data in connection with our services, both online and offline, and how we comply with applicable data protection regulations.

1. Scope of This Policy This Privacy Policy applies to personal information collected through our website, during professional interactions, and through services we provide to our clients, partners, and job applicants.

2. What We Mean by Personal Information Personal information refers to any data that identifies, relates to, or can be reasonably linked to a specific individual. This includes, but is not limited to:

· Name, email address, phone number, and postal address

· Employment or educational background

· Financial or billing information

· Website usage and online identifiers (e.g., IP address)

· Any other information voluntarily provided or collected through digital interactions

Specific categories of personal data, such as health information or data regarding racial or ethnic origin, are subject to stricter protections under data privacy laws.

3. Sources of Information We collect personal data from the following sources:

· Directly from you when you contact us, complete forms, or engage our services

· Through interactions with our website and digital platforms (via cookies and similar technologies)

· From clients, business partners, or third-party service providers

· Publicly available sources and regulatory databases

4. How We Use Your Information We process personal information for the following purposes:

· To provide, improve, and customize our services

· To respond to inquiries and manage communications

· For billing, contract administration, and compliance

· Managing recruitment and hiring processes

· To meet legal, regulatory, and professional obligations

· With your consent, send relevant marketing communications

5. Legal Basis for Processing We rely on various lawful bases to process personal data, including:

· Performance of a contract

· Legal and regulatory compliance

· Legitimate business interests

· Your explicit consent, where required

6. Sharing of Personal Information. We may share your data with:

· Internal departments or affiliated entities of Benchmark

· Third-party service providers who support our operations

· Legal or regulatory authorities, when required by law

· Other parties, with your express consent

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

7. International Data Transfers If personal data is transferred across international borders, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as data transfer agreements or reliance on recognized frameworks.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience, analyze site usage, and support marketing efforts. You may manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. For more details, refer to our Cookie Notice available on our website.

9. Data Retention We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or to comply with legal obligations. Data is securely deleted or anonymized once no longer required.

10. Security Measures We employ reasonable technical and organizational safeguards to protect personal data from unauthorized access, misuse, or loss. However, no system is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

11. Your Rights Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to:

· Access or correct your personal information

· Withdraw consent for processing

· Object to or restrict specific data uses

· Request deletion or portability of your data

· Complain with a data protection authority

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at drjuana.ramirez@benchmarkasg.com

12. Children’s Privacy Our services are not directed at individuals under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect data from children.

13. Changes to This Policy. We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any material changes will be communicated via our website or directly to the affected individuals, as appropriate.

14. Contact Information If you have questions about this policy or wish to exercise your rights, contact:

 

Dr Juana Ramirez
Director of Compliance Benchmark Accrediting Solutions Group
drjuana.ramirez@benchmarkasg.com