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Privacy Policy

At DDS, your privacy is our priority. This document outlines how we handle your data with transparency and integrity.

Last updated: June 4, 2026 Version 2.0

Our Commitment to Privacy

At Development Decision Support (DDS), we believe that data privacy is a fundamental human right.

As a research firm, we handle sensitive information daily. This privacy policy describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you interact with our website, use our tools, or participate in our research initiatives.

Information We Collect

To provide high-quality research services and maintain our digital infrastructure, we collect several types of information:

Personal Identity

  • • Full Name
  • • Email Address
  • • Phone Number

Professional Data

  • • Organization Name
  • • Job Role/Title
  • • Industry Sector

How We Use Your Information

We process your data strictly for legitimate business purposes:

  • Service Delivery: To provide the consultancy and data insights you request.
  • Communication: To respond to inquiries and provide project updates.
  • Continuous Improvement: To analyze website traffic patterns and optimize the user experience.
  • Legal Compliance: To meet our regulatory and institutional reporting requirements.

Data Protection Standards

Security Infrastructure

We implement "Security by Design" across all our digital platforms.

Our systems use enterprise-grade encryption (AES-256), multi-factor authentication, and regular security audits to ensure that your personal and research data remains inaccessible to unauthorized parties.

Your Rights & Control

Under international data protection standards, you have significant control over your information:

Right to Access: Request a copy of your data at any time.
Right to Erasure: Request the permanent deletion of your data.
Right to Rectify: Correct any inaccurate information.
Portability: Move your data to another service provider.

Contact Our Privacy Team

If you have any questions or wish to exercise your rights, please reach out to our dedicated privacy office.

Main Office

58 Fort Street, Freetown, Sierra Leone

Help Desk

Our privacy officers are available Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM — 5:00 PM GMT.

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