Privacy Policy
سياسة الخصوصية
PRIVACY POLICY
Vertex Audit Company (Mahdi Ameen and Co.) Certified Public Accountants
Last Updated: 01 February 2026
1. Introduction
Vertex Audit Company ("we," "our," "us") is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. We are a Yemeni Certified Public Accountancy firm operating in full compliance with professional confidentiality standards.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website https://vertexaudit-ye.com/ or engage with our audit, accounting, and consulting services.
By using our website or services, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.
2. Who We Are
- Legal Entity Name: Vertex Audit Company (Mahdi Ameen and Co.) Certified Public Accountants
- Nationality: Yemeni
- Address: Al Maqalih Area, Amant Al Asemah, Sana'a, Yemen
- Contact Email: [email protected]
- Phone: (+967) 777 104 103
3. Information We Collect
We collect information to provide professional services and improve your experience on our website.
A. Information You Provide Directly
- Contact Information: Name, job title, company name, email address, phone number, and postal address.
- Client Onboarding Data: Identification documents (passport/National ID), tax identification numbers, financial statements, and business records required for audit and assurance engagements.
- Communication Data: Any correspondence when you contact us via email, phone, or website forms.
B. Information Collected Automatically (Website)
- Log Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, referral source, and pages visited.
- Cookies: We use essential cookies to ensure website functionality. You may control cookies via your browser settings.
4. How We Use Your Information
We use your information strictly for legitimate business purposes:
- To provide professional audit, tax, and advisory services.
- To verify your identity and comply with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and "Know Your Client" (KYC) regulations.
- To communicate with you about appointments, service updates, and invoices.
- To improve and secure our website.
- To comply with legal and regulatory obligations in Yemen.
5. Legal Basis for Processing (For International Clients)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or other jurisdictions with similar laws, our legal basis for processing your data includes:
- Contract Performance: To fulfill our engagement contracts.
- Legal Obligation: To comply with Yemeni tax and audit laws.
- Legitimate Interests: To operate our business effectively.
- Consent: Where you have explicitly agreed (e.g., newsletter subscriptions).
6. Sharing Your Information (Confidentiality)
As a Certified Public Accountancy firm, we hold strict confidentiality. We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
We may share data only in the following specific circumstances:
- Regulatory Authorities: When required by Yemeni law, court orders, or government regulators (e.g., Tax Authority, Central Bank).
- Service Providers: With third-party IT hosting providers (secure cloud platforms) who assist in operating our website, provided they sign confidentiality agreements.
- Professional Advisors: With legal counsel or insurance providers in the event of a dispute.
7. International Data Transfers
Your information is primarily stored and processed in Yemen. If we transfer your data to international servers (e.g., for cloud backup), we ensure appropriate safeguards (such as Standard Contractual Clauses) are in place to protect your data.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
- Client Data: Retained for a minimum of 5 to 10 years following the conclusion of our services, in compliance with Yemeni commercial law and professional indemnity insurance requirements.
- Website Data: Retained for analytics purposes for a period of 12 months.
9. Data Security
We implement robust technical and organizational security measures to protect your data, including:
- SSL Encryption (HTTPS) on our website.
- Restricted access to personal data on a "need-to-know" basis.
- Regular malware scanning and firewall protection.
- Staff training on data protection and professional secrecy.
Despite these measures, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but will notify you of any data breach in accordance with applicable laws.
10. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Deletion: Request erasure of your data (subject to legal retention requirements).
- Restriction: Request restriction of processing.
- Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service provider.
- To exercise your rights, please contact us at: [email protected]
11. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external sites (e.g., regulatory bodies, professional associations). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.
12. Children's Privacy
Our website and services are not directed at individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Material changes will be notified via a prominent notice on our website or via email. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page will reflect the most recent version.
14. Governing Law
This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the Republic of Yemen. Any disputes arising from this policy shall be resolved exclusively in the courts of Amant Al Asemah, Sana'a, Yemen.
15. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or complaints regarding this Privacy Policy or our data handling practices, please contact our Data Protection Officer (DPO):
Vertex Audit CompanyAl Maqalih Area, Amant Al Asemah
Sana'a, Yemen
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (+967) 777 104 103