Privacy Policy

Last updated: 29-09-2025

World Diligence is committed to protecting the privacy and security of personal data processed through our services. Our background screening company is built on trust, with data protection and safety at the core of everything we do. We safeguard sensitive personal information through rigorous security control measures, strict access management, and continuous compliance with global privacy standards.

From collection to storage and reporting, every step of our process is designed to protect data confidentiality, integrity, and accuracy, so that our clients and candidates can have complete confidence in how their information is handled.

This Privacy Policy clarifies how we gather, utilize, reveal, and protect personal information in connection with our services.

Scope of This Policy

This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, protect, and disclose personal information in connection with our background screening services. It explains the types of data we process, the purposes for which it is used, the security measures we apply, and the rights available to individuals regarding their personal information.

The scope of this policy applies to all candidates, clients, partners, and visitors whose data is handled through our systems, in accordance with applicable data protection and privacy laws.

How We Utilize and Handle Personal Information

Personal data and information are utilized solely for legitimate business and compliance purposes, including identity verification, background screening, employment eligibility checks, client reporting, and regulatory obligations.

We use personal information only to deliver our services accurately, securely, and efficiently, and do not process data beyond its intended purpose. All use of personal data is conducted in accordance with applicable privacy laws, contractual obligations, and strict internal data protection standards.

How We Collect Personal Information

Personal information can be obtained from the following sources:

• The subject in question directly
• Clients or employers requesting screening
• Publicly available sources and government databases
• Third-party data providers and verification partners

Data Security

We implement robust technical, administrative, and organizational measures to safeguard personal data against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, alteration, or disclosure. These measures include encryption, secure system architecture, access controls, regular security monitoring, and staff training on data protection obligations.

Our data safety practices are continuously reviewed and updated to align with industry standards and applicable data protection laws, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of personal information. However, please be advised that no procedure is fully secure.

Data Retention

Personal data and information are retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which they were collected, including the provision of background screening services and compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

We apply defined retention periods based on the nature of the data and applicable laws, after which information is securely deleted or destroyed using industry-standard methods to prevent unauthorized access or misuse.

Your Rights

Individuals have the right to access, correct, update, or request deletion of their personal data, subject to applicable laws and regulatory obligations. They may also have the right to object to or restrict certain processing activities, request data portability, or withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.

World Diligence is committed to respecting and facilitating these rights in a timely and transparent manner, in accordance with applicable data protection and privacy regulations.

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Any Update to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time, as we reserve the right to make changes when necessary. Any updates will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

Contact Us

For queries, requests, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or our data handling practices, please feel free to email us at the address below. We will respond to your queries as early as possible.

Email: dataprivacy@worlddiligence.com