Privacy Policy

Your privacy is fundamental to our operations. Learn how Smart AI Malaysia collects, uses, and protects your personal information in compliance with Malaysia's Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) and international privacy standards.

Data Protection

We implement robust security measures and follow strict protocols to safeguard your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

Transparent Practices

Our data collection and processing practices are clearly outlined in this policy, ensuring you understand how your information is used and shared.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

Automatically Collected Information

When you use our website and AI services, we automatically collect:

  • Device identifiers and operating system
  • Website usage patterns and navigation
  • Location data (with your consent)

Quick Facts

Last Updated: December 2024
PDPA Compliant
International Standards

Your Rights

  • Access your data
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Request deletion
  • Withdraw consent

How We Use Your Information

Service Provision

Delivering AI services, processing requests, and maintaining user accounts with personalized experiences.

Communication

Responding to inquiries, sending service updates, and providing customer support through various channels.

Analytics & Improvement

Understanding usage patterns to enhance our AI services and develop new features that meet your needs.

Security & Compliance

Protecting against fraud, ensuring service security, and complying with legal and regulatory requirements.

Marketing

Sending relevant updates about new AI services, industry insights, and educational content (with your consent).

Business Development

Building partnerships, conducting market research, and improving our business strategies for better service delivery.

Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data under the following legal bases:

Consent: When you explicitly agree to data processing
Contract: For service delivery and fulfillment
Legitimate Interest: For service improvement and security
Legal Obligation: When required by Malaysian law

Data Sharing and Third Parties

We may share your information with trusted partners to enhance our services, always with appropriate safeguards and your interests in mind.

Service Providers

We work with carefully selected third-party service providers who help us deliver exceptional AI services:

  • Cloud Infrastructure: Secure hosting and data storage providers
  • Analytics Services: Website and service usage analytics (anonymized data)

Data Protection Measures

Safeguards We Implement:

  • Data Processing Agreements (DPA)
  • Regular security audits and assessments
  • Strict access controls and authorization
  • Encrypted data transmission and storage

Third-Party Standards:

  • ISO 27001 security certification
  • GDPR compliance (EU users)
  • PDPA compliance (Malaysia)
  • Industry-standard security protocols

Important Notice

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes. Any data sharing is strictly limited to service provision and is governed by strict confidentiality agreements.

Data Security and Protection

Technical Safeguards

Encryption

End-to-end encryption for data transmission and AES-256 encryption for stored data

Firewall Protection

Advanced firewalls and intrusion detection systems to prevent unauthorized access

Access Control

Multi-factor authentication and role-based access controls for all systems

Monitoring

24/7 security monitoring and incident response capabilities

Regular Updates

Automated security patches and system updates to maintain protection

Backup & Recovery

Secure, encrypted backups with disaster recovery procedures

Organizational Measures

Employee Training

Regular privacy and security training for all staff members handling personal data

Privacy Policies

Comprehensive internal policies and procedures for data handling

Compliance Audits

Regular internal and external audits to ensure compliance with privacy regulations

Vendor Management

Rigorous vetting process for all third-party service providers

Security Certification

ISO 27001 Certified
SOC 2 Type II
PDPA Compliant

Incident Response

In the unlikely event of a data breach, we have a comprehensive response plan:

  • Immediate containment measures
  • 72-hour notification to authorities
  • Affected user notification

Your Privacy Rights

Right to Access

You have the right to request copies of your personal data that we process. This includes information about:

  • What data we have about you
  • How we use your data
  • With whom we share your data
  • How long we retain your data

Response time: Within 30 days of receipt of request

Right to Rectification

You can request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data. This includes:

How to request: Contact us via email or phone with specific changes needed

Right to Erasure

You can request deletion of your personal data in certain circumstances:

  • Data no longer necessary for its original purpose
  • Withdrawal of consent
  • Unlawful processing
  • Compliance with legal obligations

Note: Some data may be retained for legal or legitimate business purposes

Right to Object

You have the right to object to certain types of data processing:

  • Marketing communications
  • Direct marketing activities
  • Profiling for marketing purposes
  • Certain types of automated processing

Action: Unsubscribe links in emails or contact us to update preferences

How to Exercise Your Rights

Email Us

Send your request to info@smart-ai-malaysia.com with subject "Privacy Rights Request"

Call Us

Contact us at +60 7 0178 6945 during business hours (Mon-Fri: 9:00-18:00)

Visit Us

Come to our office at 23 Jalan Dato Onn, Johor Bahru 80350, Malaysia

Verification Required: We may require identity verification to protect your privacy

Data Retention and Cookies

Data Retention Periods

Customer Account Data

Retained while your account is active and for 7 years after closure for legal compliance

AI Service Interactions

Stored for 3 years to improve service quality and provide analytics

Includes: queries, responses, feedback, performance metrics

Marketing Communications

Retained until you unsubscribe or withdraw consent

Website Analytics

Aggregated data retained indefinitely, individual data for 26 months

Cookie Policy

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website and AI services.

Strictly Necessary Cookies

Essential for website functionality - cannot be disabled

  • • Session management
  • • Security features
  • • Load balancing

Analytics Cookies

Help us understand how visitors interact with our website

  • • Google Analytics (anonymized)
  • • Usage statistics
  • • Performance monitoring

Preference Cookies

Remember your settings and preferences

  • • Language preferences
  • • Theme settings
  • • Display options

Marketing Cookies

Used for targeted advertising and content personalization

  • • Social media integration
  • • Content recommendation
  • • Advertising optimization

Cookie Management: You can manage cookies through your browser settings or our cookie preference center. Note that disabling some cookies may affect website functionality.

International Data Transfers

Smart AI Malaysia may transfer your personal data to countries outside Malaysia for processing and storage. These transfers are protected by:

  • Adequacy decisions by relevant authorities
  • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
  • Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs)
  • Other legally recognized transfer mechanisms

Countries where your data may be processed include:

Singapore
Australia
United Kingdom
United States
Germany
Japan

Updates and Contact Information

Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors.

How We Notify You:

  • Website banner or notice
  • Updated "Last Modified" date

Important: Your continued use of our services after policy changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms. If you disagree with changes, you may stop using our services.

Data Protection Contact

Smart AI Malaysia

Address

23 Jalan Dato Onn
Johor Bahru 80350
Malaysia

Phone

+60 7 0178 6945

Email

info@smart-ai-malaysia.com

Business Hours

Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Sunday

Data Protection Officer: For privacy-related inquiries, you can reach our dedicated privacy team who will respond within 5 business days.

Regulatory Information

Smart AI Malaysia is committed to compliance with all applicable privacy laws and regulations. We maintain registrations with relevant supervisory authorities.

Malaysia PDPA

Registered with the Personal Data Protection Department (JPDP) of Malaysia

ISO 27001

Certified information security management system

SOC 2 Type II

Independently verified security and privacy controls

For additional privacy-related resources or to file a complaint with a supervisory authority, please contact us using the information provided above.