PRIVACY POLICY
This Privacy Policy explains how Mohamed Chaudry, trading as The Scale Up CFO (“we”, “us”, “our”), collects, uses, and protects your personal data when you visit or interact with the following websites:
By using our websites or services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Who We Are
Trading Name: The Scale Up CFO
Operator: Mohamed Chaudry
Address: Shams, Sharjah Media City, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
Contact Email: mohamed@mohamedchaudry.com
2. Information We Collect
We collect personal data only where necessary to provide our services.
a) Personal Information
This may include:
Name
Email address
Phone number
Business details (if provided)
This information is collected when you:
Download resources
Register for DIY products
Enquire about DFY or CFO services
Subscribe to email communications
b) Payment Information
We do not store or process payment details.
Payments are handled securely by third party providers such as Stripe and PayPal. Please refer to their respective privacy policies to understand how they handle your data.
c) Usage and Interaction Data
This may include:
Course access and progress
Content viewed or downloaded
Login timestamps and activity logs
This data is used to deliver services and protect against misuse or fraud.
d) Marketing Preferences
We may collect information on:
Whether you opt in to receive marketing communications
Your interaction with emails or content
You may unsubscribe at any time.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal data for the following purposes:
Service Delivery
To provide DIY products, DFY services, and CFO advisory support
Communication
To send service updates, confirmations, and support messages
Marketing
To send educational content, offers, and updates where you have opted in
Improvement
To analyse and improve our services and website experience
Legal and Compliance
Where required by law or regulatory obligations
4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
Where applicable, we process personal data based on:
Your consent
Performance of a contract
Legitimate business interests
Legal obligations
5. How We Protect Your Information
We implement appropriate technical and organisational safeguards, including:
Secure hosting and platforms
Restricted access to sensitive data
Encrypted payment gateways through third party providers
While we take reasonable steps to protect your data, no online system can guarantee absolute security.
6. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal data.
We may share data only with:
Trusted service providers such as email platforms, course platforms, and payment processors strictly for service delivery
Legal authorities if required by law
Business transfers in the event of restructuring or sale, with notice where legally required
All third parties are required to comply with applicable data protection laws.
7. Your Data Rights
If you are located in the EU or UK, you have the right to:
Access your personal data
Correct inaccurate data
Request deletion
Restrict processing
Object to processing
Request data portability
To exercise these rights, please contact:
mohamed@mohamedchaudry.com
8. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
Improve website performance
Understand usage behaviour
Support marketing analytics
You can manage cookies through your browser settings.
9. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to:
Provide services
Meet legal and regulatory obligations
Resolve disputes or enforce agreements
10. Third Party Links
Our websites may contain links to third party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites. Please review their privacy policies separately.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us:
Email: mohamed@mohamedchaudry.com
Address: Shams, Sharjah Media City, Sharjah, UAE
13. Governing Law
This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the United Arab Emirates.
If you are located in the EU or UK, you also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.