1. Introduction & Identity of the Data Controller
Technometer Middle East Work Measurement and Space L.L.C. (hereinafter referred to as “Technometer”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of all individuals who interact with our website and services.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, retain, and protect personal data, and sets out the rights of data subjects. It applies to all personal data processed by Technometer in connection with its website (www.technometer.ae) and its professional services activities.
This Policy is governed by UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on Personal Data Protection (PDPL) and, where applicable to data subjects located in European jurisdictions, the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
Data Controller details:
Technometer Middle East Work Measurement and Space L.L.C.
Shining Towers, Office Tower, Office 2603, Abu Dhabi, UAE
+971 2 6769206 |
2. Data We Collect
We may collect the following categories of personal data:
- Contact and professional data: name, job title, company name, business email address, telephone number;
- Communication data: content of enquiries, messages, or correspondence submitted through the website or via email;
- Technical data: IP address, browser type and version, operating system, time zone, pages visited, time and duration of visit;
- Cookie data: where consent is given, data collected through analytics or functional cookies (see Section 8 below).
Technometer does not intentionally collect or process sensitive personal data (as defined under UAE PDPL) through its website. This website is not intended for use by individuals under 18 years of age, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.
3. How We Use Your Data
We process personal data for the following purposes:
- To respond to enquiries and requests for information submitted through the website;
- To provide, manage, and fulfil contracted professional services;
- To maintain records of business communications and client relationships;
- To send relevant service updates, technical notices, or marketing communications, where consent has been obtained;
- To comply with legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations;
- To monitor and improve website performance and user experience through aggregated analytics.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
Under UAE PDPL and, where applicable, GDPR, Technometer processes personal data on the following legal bases:
- Contractual necessity: where processing is required to fulfil a service agreement or respond to pre-contractual enquiries;
- Legitimate interests: for business communications, website analytics, and service improvement, where such interests do not override the rights of data subjects;
- Legal obligation: where processing is required by applicable UAE federal or local law;
- Consent: for marketing communications and non-essential cookies, where explicitly provided and freely given.
5. Data Sharing & Third Parties
Technometer does not sell, rent, or trade personal data to third parties. We may share personal data only in the following limited circumstances:
- With technology service providers (including CRM systems, email platforms, cloud hosting, and website analytics tools) acting as data processors under appropriate data processing agreements;
- With professional advisors (legal, accounting, compliance) under obligations of confidentiality;
- With regulatory or law enforcement authorities, where required or permitted by applicable UAE law.
All third parties with whom Technometer shares personal data are required to handle it in compliance with applicable data protection legislation and to use it solely for the purposes for which it was disclosed.
6. Data Transfers Outside the UAE
Technometer processes and stores all personal data collected through this website within the United Arab Emirates. No personal data obtained through website interactions will be transferred outside the UAE.
In the context of professional service engagements involving clients or project data in jurisdictions outside the UAE, any transfer of personal data beyond UAE borders will be subject to prior discussion with and explicit authorisation from the relevant client. Technometer will implement appropriate safeguards in accordance with UAE PDPL requirements before any such transfer takes place.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by applicable law:
- Enquiry and contact data: retained for up to 3 years from the date of last contact;
- Contractual and project data: retained for up to 7 years from the end of the contractual relationship, in accordance with UAE commercial law requirements;
- Website analytics data: retained in anonymised or aggregated form for up to 24 months;
- Legal or regulatory records: retained for the period required by the relevant UAE law or regulation.
Upon expiry of the applicable retention period, personal data is securely deleted or anonymised.
8. Cookies
This website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to support website functionality and analyse usage patterns. A cookie is a small text file placed on your device when you visit a website.
We use the following categories of cookies:
- Strictly necessary cookies: essential for the website to function correctly; these cannot be disabled;
- Analytics cookies: used to collect aggregated, anonymised information about how visitors use the website; these require your consent;
- Functional cookies: used to remember preferences and improve the user experience; these require your consent.
You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings at any time. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of parts of this website. Where consent is required, it may be withdrawn at any time without affecting the lawfulness of prior processing.
9. Data Security
Technometer implements appropriate technical and organisational security measures to protect personal data against unauthorised access, loss, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures are regularly reviewed and updated in line with industry best practice.
However, no method of data transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your personal data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
10. Your Rights
Under UAE PDPL and, where applicable, GDPR, you have the following rights in relation to your personal data:
- Right of access: to request a copy of the personal data we hold about you;
- Right of rectification: to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data;
- Right of erasure: to request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal or contractual retention obligations;
- Right to restrict processing: to request that we limit how we process your data in certain circumstances;
- Right to data portability: to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used, machine-readable format;
- Right to object: to object to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing purposes;
- Rights related to automated decision-making: not to be subject to decisions based solely on automated processing that produce significant effects on you.
To exercise any of the above rights, please contact us in writing at:
We will respond to all verified requests within the timeframes prescribed by applicable law. We may request verification of identity before processing any request.
11. Children
This website is not directed at or intended for use by individuals under the age of 18. Technometer does not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If we become aware that personal data of a minor has been inadvertently collected, we will take steps to delete it promptly.
12. Changes to This Policy
Technometer may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal obligations, or applicable law. The date of the most recent revision is displayed at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Policy periodically. Where changes are material, we will make reasonable efforts to notify affected parties.
13. Contact
For any questions, requests, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or the processing of your personal data, please contact:
Technometer Middle East Work Measurement and Space L.L.C.
Shining Towers, Office Tower, Office 2603, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Telephone: +971 2 6769206
Email:
Website: www.technometer.ae