1. The information we collect
We may collect and process the following types of information:
- Personal Information: This includes name, email address, phone number, and other contact details provided to us through our website forms, project requests, or direct communication with us.
- Project information: This includes details relating to the design, construction, supervision or consulting services required by the client.
- Technical information: such as Internet Protocol (IP) address, browser type, operating system, and usage data that are automatically collected when you visit our website.
- Cookies: We use cookies to improve your browsing experience, analyze traffic, and develop our services. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in our Cookie Policy .
2. How to use the information
We use your personal information for the following purposes:
- Contact: To respond to inquiries, submit proposals, and manage ongoing projects.
- To provide services: To provide architectural and engineering design and supervision services or licensing services.
- To develop our services: To improve the site's performance, functionality, and user experience.
- For marketing communications: We may send updates about our services, policies, or information related to our field of work, but only after you have explicitly given your consent to receive such messages.
- To comply with legal requirements: to use information in fulfilling legal, regulatory or contractual obligations, including the requirements of the Personal Data Protection Regulation (PDPL).
3. The legal basis for data processing
In accordance with the Saudi Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) , we process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:
- Consent: When you give your explicit consent, such as subscribing to marketing messages or non-essential services.
- Contractual necessity: To process the data necessary to fulfill our contractual obligations and provide the services required by you.
- Legal compliance: To comply with legal and regulatory requirements, including government requests or court orders.
4. Data security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. These measures include:
- Encrypted communication channels.
- Restricting access to data stored within our systems.
Despite our efforts to protect your data, no electronic transmission can be guaranteed to be 100% secure, so sharing your information with us is at your own risk.
5. Sharing information
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data with any other party. However, we may share some limited data in the following cases:
- With trusted partners or consultants who are directly involved in your project, provided they adhere to confidentiality agreements.
- Upon legal request, or in execution of a court order or by a competent regulatory authority.
- To protect our rights, safety, or property, as well as the rights and safety of our employees or customers.
All third parties who access your personal data are obliged to process it in accordance with our instructions and in compliance with applicable data protection laws.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal data and project information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Once the data is no longer needed, it is deleted or securely anonymized.
7. Your rights
Under the Saudi Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) , you are entitled to the following:
- Right of access: Request a copy of your personal data that we hold.
- Right of correction: To request the correction or updating of your data if it is inaccurate or incomplete.
- Right to withdraw consent: Withdraw your consent to receive marketing communications at any time.
- Right to erasure: Requesting the deletion of your personal data when permitted by law.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us via email:
📧 ahlam@shadconsult.com
8. External links
Our website may contain links to external websites for reference or collaborative purposes. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, policies, or content of those websites. We advise you to review their privacy policies before submitting any personal information.
9. Privacy Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations, including any amendments to the Saudi Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) . The updated version will be posted on this page with the “Last Updated” date adjusted accordingly.
We recommend that you review this policy periodically to stay informed about how your data is being protected.
10. Contact us
For any questions, comments, or requests regarding our privacy policy or how we process your personal data , please contact us via:
Shad Engineering Consultants
Email: ahlam@shadconsult.com
Phone: 059 612 9741
Address: Shad Engineering, 2763 Khalid Bin Al Waleed Street, Al Nahda District, 6865, Riyadh 13212, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia