Privacy Policy

Last Updated: December 2025

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Privacy Notice

1. Introduction

Veleda Ltd and its subsidiaries (collectively, “Veleda”, “we”, “us”, “our”) are committed to safeguarding the security and protection of personal information that we process. This notice outlines how we collect, use, and protect personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws within the relevant jurisdictions.

This policy provides transparency about the personal data we collect, how and why we process it, and your rights under UK and ADGM data protection regulations. It also sets out our approach to cookies, analytics, and international data transfers.

We comply with:

  • United Kingdom: UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, DUAA 2025
  • Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM): Data Protection Regulations 2021

2. Data Controllers

  • ADGM Operations: Veleda Ltd, 2905, 29 Sky Tower, Shams Abu Dhabi, Al Reem Island, UAE. 
  • UK Operations: Veleda Ltd, 201 Great Portland Street, London, W1W 5AB, UK

3. Data We Collect

We collect personal data when you:

  • Submit a ‘Contact Us’ form or email an enquiry (e.g. name, email, message content)
  • Apply for a role via our site or email (e.g. CV, cover letter, contact details, employment history)

We may also collect:

  • IP address and browser information
  • Website usage data (e.g. pages visited, time spent)

4. Purpose of Processing

We process personal data to:

  • Respond to enquiries
  • Evaluate and manage recruitment applications
  • Improve website functionality and user experience
  • Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

5. Legal Basis for Processing

We rely on the following lawful bases:

  • Consent – for optional communications
  • Contractual necessity – e.g. recruitment processing
  • Legal obligations
  • Legitimate interests – including business development and operational security

6. Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies, analytics, and similar technologies to enhance functionality, improve user experience, and monitor performance.

You can manage cookie preferences via your browser settings or our cookie consent tool.

7. Website Analytics

We use analytics platforms (e.g. Google Analytics) to collect anonymised data on:

  • Visitor numbers and traffic sources
  • Page views and time spent
  • Device and browser types
  • Approximate geographic location

This helps us:

  • Understand how users interact with our site
  • Improve navigation and content
  • Monitor performance and detect issues

No personally identifiable information is stored or shared through analytics tools.

8. Data Sharing and Transfers

We do not sell personal data.
We may share data with:

  • Trusted service providers under contract
  • Regulatory authorities, where required by law

International transfers use approved mechanisms such as:

  • UK: International Data Transfer Agreement (IDTA) or Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
  • ADGM: Approved transfer safeguards

9. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your data
  • Rectify inaccuracies
  • Request erasure
  • Object to processing
  • Withdraw consent
  • Lodge a complaint with:

10. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the stated purposes or as required by law. Recruitment data is retained for up to 3 years, unless otherwise agreed.

11. Contact Us

For any questions or data requests, contact compliance@veleda.com

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Cookie Notice

Last Updated: December 2025

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, improve user experience, and provide insights into how visitors use the site.

Cookies may be:

  • Session cookies – expire when you close your browser
  • Persistent cookies – remain until deleted or expired

2. How We Use Cookies

Veleda uses cookies and similar technologies for:

a. Essential Cookies
Required for the Site to function. They enable features such as navigation and secure area access.

b. Performance & Analytics Cookies
Help us understand site usage and improve performance.
Collected data may include:

  • Pages visited
  • Time spent
  • Browser and device type
  • Geographic region (approximate)

c. Functionality Cookies
Allow the Site to remember preferences such as language and region.

d. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party services (e.g. analytics, recruitment tools, embedded media).
Please review their privacy policies for details on data use.

3. Managing Cookies

You can manage or disable cookies at any time via your browser settings.
Most browsers allow you to:

  • View or delete cookies
  • Block cookies from specific or all sites
  • Delete cookies upon closing

Restricting cookies may impact website functionality or performance.

4. Changes to This Notice

We may update this Cookie Notice periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Site indicates acceptance of any changes.

5. Contact Us

For any cookie-related queries, contact compliance@veleda.com 

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