Privacy Policy for Judicial Sound Exponent (Sound Exponent)

Effective Date: March 13, 2025

At Judicial Sound Exponent ("Sound Exponent," "we," "us," or "our"), we are committed to protecting the privacy of our clients, partners, and users. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you engage with our services, including audio transcription, recording, and related judicial support services. By using our services, you consent to the practices described herein.

1. Information We Collect

• Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, billing details, and other identifiers provided when you contact us, request services, or engage with our platform.
• Service-Related Data: Audio files, transcripts, case details, or other materials submitted to us for processing.
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and usage data collected through cookies or similar technologies when you visit our website (if applicable).
• Third-Party Information: Information about individuals (e.g., legal representatives, adverse parties) provided by clients as part of our service delivery.

2. How We Use Your Information

• Provide, maintain, and improve our judicial audio and transcription services.
• Process payments and communicate with you regarding your requests or inquiries.
• Comply with legal obligations, such as court orders or regulatory requirements.
• Analyze usage trends to enhance our offerings (anonymized where possible).
• Protect against fraud, unauthorized access, or misuse of our services.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

• Contractual Necessity: To fulfill our service agreements with you.
• Legitimate Interests: To operate our business efficiently and securely.
• Consent: Where you explicitly agree to specific uses (e.g., marketing communications).
• Legal Obligation: To meet applicable laws or judicial requirements.

4. Disclosure of Information

• Service Providers: Third-party vendors (e.g., cloud storage, payment processors) who assist in delivering our services, bound by confidentiality agreements.
• Legal Authorities: When required by law, subpoena, or to protect our rights.
• Business Partners: With your consent, for collaborative judicial projects.

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or alteration. However, no system is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

• Access, correct, or delete your personal information.
• Restrict or object to certain processing activities.
• Withdraw consent (where applicable).

To exercise these rights, contact us at editor@dissimilarmedia.com. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe, subject to legal or contractual limitations.

7. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes, after which it is securely deleted.

8. Cookies and Tracking

We may use cookies to enhance your experience on our website. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The latest version will be posted with an updated effective date. Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

10. Contact Us

For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please reach out to:

• Email: info@judicialsoundexponent.org
• Address: Aqua Complex, Ground Floor FM14
• Plot 2220 Port Bell Road, Kitintale, Kampala, Uganda