privacy policy

Yakult Middle East is committed to protecting your personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws in the United Arab Emirates and the GCC, including the UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on the Protection of Personal Data (PDPL).

This policy explains how we collect and use information submitted through our website and forms.

1. Information We Collect

We collect only the information necessary for the purpose of each form:

A. Health Educational Sessions Registration (RSVP via Google Forms) Name, contact details, and E-mail ID

B. Contact Us (Support & Enquiries) Name, contact details, E-mail ID, and message content.

C. Careers (Job Applications) Name, contact details, CV/resume, and employment information you provide.

We may also collect limited technical data such as IP address and browser type when you use our website.

2. How We Use Your Data

• We use personal data to:
• Manage event registrations
• Respond to enquiries and provide support
• Process recruitment applications
• Improve our website and services
• Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell personal data.

3. Legal Basis

We process personal data based on:

• Your consent
• Legitimate business interests
• Compliance with legal obligations
• Recruitment or service-related necessity

4. Data Sharing

Your information may be shared with:

• Authorized Yakult group entities
• Service providers supporting website, forms, or recruitment
• Authorities when legally required

Where third-party platforms host forms, data is processed under their privacy terms.

5. International Transfers

Data may be processed or stored outside the UAE or GCC where our service providers operate. We ensure appropriate safeguards consistent with applicable laws.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary:

• Event registrations: up to 12 months
• Enquiries: up to 12 months
• Job applications: up to 12 months unless longer retention is consented to

7. Your Rights

Subject to applicable law, you may request to:

• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request deletion
• Withdraw consent
• Restrict processing

Requests can be made using the contact details below.

8. Contact

Yakult Middle East Block 4EA, Office 111 – Dubai Airport Freezone (DAFZA) Dubai, UAE Email: [email protected] Phone: +971 4 204 5855

Consent Text for Each Form

✔ Health Educational Sessions Registration (RSVP)

“I consent to Yakult Middle East collecting and processing my personal data for event registration, communication, and related administration in accordance with the Privacy Policy.”

✔ Contact Us (Support & Enquiries)

“I consent to Yakult Middle East using my personal data to respond to my enquiry and provide support in accordance with the Privacy Policy.”

✔ Careers (Job Application)

“I consent to Yakult Middle East processing my personal data for recruitment and employment consideration in accordance with the Privacy Policy. I understand my data may be retained for future opportunities unless I request otherwise.”