Last Updated: 23 September 2025
This website is operated by Vertex Consulting LLC, with its registered office at Sharjah Media City (Shams), Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, licensed under License No. 2428591.01. Vertex Consulting is responsible for the collection, processing, and use of your personal data in accordance with applicable law, including Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on the Protection of Personal Data (UAE PDPL).
This Online and Email-Marketing Privacy Statement ("Privacy Statement") applies exclusively to:
(i) Vertex Consulting’s website located at https://veleci.com and any service that links to this Privacy Statement (each, a "Site"); and
(ii) Vertex Consulting’s email-marketing communications ("Marketing Communications").
By using our Site or subscribing to Marketing Communications, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your data as described below.
1. Collection and Use of Personal Information"Personal Information" means information that identifies you individually, such as your name, company, role, email, phone number, and address.
We collect and process Personal Information in order to:
- Respond to inquiries and fulfill requests.
- Provide cybersecurity, risk advisory, and related consulting services.
- Share information about VELECI’s services and updates.
- Improve our services, website functionality, and customer interactions.
- Comply with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
We may combine Personal Information with information obtained from business partners and public sources to better serve our clients.
2. Disclosure of Personal InformationWe may share Personal Information with:
- Affiliates and contracted service providers (e.g., IT hosting, analytics, auditing, communications support).
- Authorities or regulators, where legally required.
- Third parties in business transfers, such as mergers, acquisitions, or restructuring.
We will only disclose Personal Information when lawful, necessary, and aligned with the level of data protection required under UAE law.
Please note: information voluntarily posted in interactive areas of the Site (such as forms or forums) may become public. Exercise caution before disclosing.
3. Other Information We CollectWe may collect additional technical or behavioral information (“Other Information”), including:
- Browser/device details (IP address, operating system, screen resolution).
- Log files (time stamp, navigation patterns, resources accessed).
- Cookies and similar technologies (to support security, analytics, personalization, and marketing).
- Web beacons (to track engagement with content and communications).
You can manage cookie preferences in your browser, though some features may not function properly without them.
4. Jurisdictional MattersOur Site is controlled from the UAE. Personal Information may be transferred to service providers or affiliates in other countries. Where such transfers occur, we will ensure adequate protection is in place, consistent with UAE PDPL requirements.
5. Marketing CommunicationsIf you subscribe to our newsletter or updates, we may send you communications about VELECI’s services (cybersecurity, investigations, governance, and risk advisory).
You may unsubscribe at any time by following the instructions in our emails.
6. Re-Targeting and TrackingOur Site may use:
- Google Ads & Analytics (with IP anonymisation enabled).
- LinkedIn Insight Tag (for LinkedIn retargeting).
- Google Tag Manager (to manage analytics/tracking tags).
These tools may use cookies to provide relevant content and measure performance.
7. Your RightsUnder UAE PDPL, you have the right to:
- Access, correct, or delete your Personal Information.
- Restrict or object to its processing.
- Request data portability.
- Withdraw consent at any time.
Requests must be submitted in writing to dpo@veleci.com, with proof of identity.
8. Data Breach NotificationIn case of a breach affecting your Personal Information, we will notify you and the UAE Data Office without undue delay, as required by law.
9. SecurityWe implement appropriate organizational, technical, and physical safeguards to protect Personal Information against unauthorized access, alteration, or misuse. Our security framework is regularly reviewed in line with industry standards for cybersecurity and risk advisory practices.
10. Changes to this Privacy PolicyWe may revise this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with the “Last Updated” date. Continued use of our Site after changes indicates acceptance.
11. ContactIf you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at:
Vertex Consulting LLC
Sharjah Media City, Sharjah, UAE
Email: dpo@veleci.com
12. ConsentBy using our Site, you expressly consent to:
- Receiving VELECI communications (unless you unsubscribe).
- The use of cookies and analytics for website performance and retargeting.
- The processing of your Personal Information for the purposes described above.
Governing Law: This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the United Arab Emirates, including Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on the Protection of Personal Data.