1. Information We Collect

Aqasco International may collect, process, and retain the following categories of information:

• Full legal name
• CNIC / National Identity information
• Passport information (where applicable)
• Contact information including phone number and email address
• Residential and business addresses

• NTN / STRN details
• Company incorporation records
• Financial records and tax-related documentation
• Banking and transactional details
• Import/export registration information
• Regulatory and licensing documentation

• IP address
• Device information
• Browser type and operating system
• Website usage data
• Cookies and analytics information

Any documents voluntarily submitted by clients for regulatory, taxation, compliance, licensing, or registration purposes.

2. Purpose of Information Collection

Your information is collected strictly for legitimate business and legal purposes, including but not limited to:

• Tax return filing and compliance services
• NTN, GST, SECP, PSW, and regulatory registrations
• Corporate compliance management
• Identity verification and due diligence
• Processing transactions and payments
• Internal record maintenance
• Customer communication and support
• Fraud prevention and risk management
• Compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and government directives

We process information only to the extent necessary for lawful and authorized business operations.

3. Confidentiality & Data Protection Commitment

Aqasco International maintains strict confidentiality standards and implements advanced administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards designed to protect client information against:

• Unauthorized access
• Misuse or disclosure
• Data alteration
• Cyber threats
• Loss, theft, or destruction

Security measures include:

• Secure encrypted systems and communications
• Restricted internal access controls
• Multi-layer authentication protocols
• Regular security monitoring and audits
• Secure document storage procedures

Access to confidential information is strictly limited to authorized personnel operating under confidentiality obligations.

4. Information Sharing & Disclosure

Aqasco International does not sell, lease, trade, or commercially distribute client information to third parties.

Information may only be disclosed under the following circumstances:

Where necessary for service execution or legal compliance, information may be shared with:

• Federal Board of Revenue (FBR)
• Securities & Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP)
• Pakistan Single Window (PSW)
• Provincial and Federal regulatory authorities
• Courts or lawful government agencies

Limited information may be shared with verified payment processors, hosting providers, or technical vendors operating under strict confidentiality obligations.

We reserve the right to disclose information where required by:

• Applicable laws
• Court orders
• Government investigations
• Regulatory enforcement proceedings

5. Data Retention Policy

Client information and records may be retained for as long as necessary to:

• Fulfill contractual obligations
• Comply with tax and corporate regulations
• Maintain legal and audit records
• Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

Retention periods may vary depending on applicable legal requirements and operational necessities.

6. User Rights

Subject to applicable law, users may request:

• Access to their personal information
• Correction of inaccurate data
• Updates to submitted records
• Restriction of certain processing activities
• Deletion of information where legally permissible

Requests may be subject to identity verification and regulatory limitations.

7. Cookies & Website Monitoring

Our website may utilize cookies, analytics technologies, and security monitoring systems to:

• Improve functionality and performance
• Analyze traffic and usage patterns
• Enhance security controls
• Detect suspicious or unauthorized activity

Users may disable cookies through browser settings; however, certain website features may become limited.

8. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to external websites or government portals. Aqasco International assumes no responsibility for:

• Third-party content
• Privacy practices
• External security standards
• Policies of linked websites

Users access third-party platforms at their own discretion and risk.

9. International Data Handling

Where required for cross-border business or regulatory processes, information may be processed or transmitted in accordance with applicable legal and security standards.

10. Policy Amendments

Aqasco International reserves the right to amend, modify, or update this Privacy Policy at any time without prior notice.

Updated versions shall become effective immediately upon publication on the website.

Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of revised policies.