Privacy policy - Sphere IT Consulting

Privacy policy

PRIVACY POLICY

SPHERE IT CONSULTING

RUC: 20522364283

I. SCOPE

This Privacy Policy applies to all personal data processing activities carried out by Sphere IT Consulting S.A.C. (hereinafter, “Sphere IT Consulting”), registered under RUC No. 20522364283. It also applies to any individuals or legal entities to whom Sphere IT Consulting entrusts the processing of personal data for which it is responsible.

The personal data subject to processing includes full name, email address, company name, company address, tax identification number (RUC), and phone number. Additionally, when the nature of the request requires it and to the extent strictly necessary, specific additional information may be requested to fulfill Sphere IT Consulting’s obligations.

II. GENERAL INFORMATION

Sphere IT Consulting is an IT consulting firm specializing in software development, IT projects, e-commerce platforms (Commerce – BigCommerce, Feedonomics, Makeswift), cloud data solutions (Snowflake Data Cloud), and enterprise resource planning and business process management systems. In the course of its activities, Sphere IT Consulting processes personal data in accordance with the provisions of Law No. 29733 —the Personal Data Protection Act—its Regulations approved by Supreme Decree No. 003-2013-JUS, and its supplementary and amending provisions (hereinafter, the “Personal Data Protection Regulations”), as well as the Information Security Directive issued by the competent authority.

III. PURPOSE OF PERSONAL DATA PROCESSING

Sphere IT Consulting processes the personal data of its employees, suppliers, customers, potential customers, and all individuals who have a legal or business relationship with the company, for the purpose of complying with applicable regulations, fulfilling the existing legal relationship, and safeguarding the security of its customers and employees.

The specific purposes of data processing include:

  • Providing IT consulting services, software development, and implementation of Commerce and Snowflake platforms.
  • Communicating with clients and responding to business inquiries.
  • Managing billing and payments.
  • Sending information about new services, events, and relevant content (with prior consent).
  • Compliance with legal, tax, and labor obligations.
  • System security and fraud prevention.

The processing of personal data for purposes other than those indicated will be duly disclosed to the data subject, and their express authorization will be required.

IV. INFORMATION GATHERING

Sphere IT Consulting uses and protects the information provided by users when they visit its website https://sphere-itc.com/, as well as through email and/or phone calls.

Information Provided Directly

  • Identification information: full name, ID number, date of birth.
  • Contact information: email address, phone number, physical address.
  • Business information: company name, Tax ID (RUC), job title, industry.
  • Project information: technical and functional requirements, business objectives.

Information Collected Automatically

  • Browsing data: IP address, browser type, operating system, pages visited.
  • Cookies and similar technologies to improve the user experience.
  • Device data: identifier, model, screen resolution.

Important: This Privacy Policy may be modified or updated; therefore, we recommend reviewing it periodically to ensure you agree with any such changes.

V. CONSENT

Sphere IT Consulting will require the data subject’s free, prior, express, unequivocal, and informed consent to process their personal data, except in cases expressly provided for by law.

Filling out forms through the website or mobile applications to access services, receive consulting, or participate in events constitutes the data subject’s express consent to the collection and processing of their personal data for the purposes for which it was collected.

Sphere IT Consulting will not require consent to process personal data obtained from publicly accessible sources, whether free or not, nor for data from non-public sources for which authorization has been granted for its processing and transfer.

VI. TRANSFER OF PERSONAL DATA

When the data subject has expressly authorized it, Sphere IT Consulting may transfer personal data, both nationally and internationally, to Snowflake Inc. and BigCommerce Inc., business partners of Sphere IT Consulting, for the purpose of sending advertising, commercial proposals, surveys, invitations to events, analyzing consumer preferences, and compiling statistics or behavioral studies.

Likewise, personal data may be transferred to:

  • Technology providers (hosting, data analytics, cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud, and Microsoft Azure).
  • Authorized partners of Feedonomics and Makeswift for the execution of projects.
    Public entities legally authorized, within their jurisdiction, in compliance with applicable regulations or at their request (SUNAT, National Authority for the Protection of Personal Data, judicial authorities).
    International Transfers

Some providers and partners may be located outside of Peru, primarily in the United States and other countries. Sphere IT Consulting guarantees that such transfers are carried out with the appropriate safeguards, through standard contractual clauses or recognized international privacy certifications.

VII. SMS MESSAGES

Sphere IT Consulting may use the mobile phone number provided by the subscriber to send text messages (SMS) related to the services offered by the company, including confirmations, support, project coordination, reminders, and marketing communications, only with prior consent.

Subscription to receive SMS communications is voluntary. The account holder may revoke their consent by replying STOP to any message. For assistance, reply HELP or email information@sphere-itc.com.

Sphere IT Consulting will not sell, rent, or share users’ personal information with third parties for marketing or promotional purposes. Likewise, mobile phone information, consent data for receiving SMS messages (SMS opt-in), and any information related to such consent will not be shared with third parties or affiliated companies for marketing or promotional purposes.

SMS messages will be sent solely for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy and in accordance with the consent granted by the user, in compliance with Law No. 29733—the Personal Data Protection Act, its Regulations, and other applicable regulations, as well as the regulations and standards required by U.S. telecommunications operators for business messaging services.

Messaging and data charges may apply, depending on your mobile carrier.

VIII. RETENTION PERIOD FOR PERSONAL DATA

Personal data will be retained and processed by Sphere IT Consulting only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected and/or until the data subject revokes their consent or requests its deletion.

Specific Retention Periods

  • Contractual data: for the duration of the contract and for up to 10 years thereafter, to comply with tax obligations under the Tax Code.
  • Data for marketing purposes: until the data subject withdraws their consent or requests deletion.
  • Browsing data: up to 24 months from the last visit to the website.

Once these retention periods have expired, the data will be securely deleted or anonymized.

IX. SECURITY OF PERSONAL DATA

Sphere IT Consulting implements appropriate legal, organizational, and technical measures to ensure the security of personal data, preventing its alteration, loss, improper processing, or unauthorized access.

The measures implemented include:

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest using SSL/TLS protocols.
  • Role-based access control and multi-factor authentication.
  • Periodic security audits and penetration tests.
  • Ongoing staff training in data protection and cybersecurity.
  • Backup and disaster recovery policies.

X. RIGHTS OF DATA SUBJECTS

In accordance with Law No. 29733, data subjects have the right to:

Information: to know how their personal data is used and processed.
Access: to know what personal data is stored and how it is processed.
Rectification: to request the correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
Deletion: request the deletion of data when it is no longer necessary.
Objection: object to the processing of data for marketing purposes or other justified reasons.
Withdrawal of consent: withdraw their consent at any time.
Exercising Your Rights

Email: information@sphere-itc.com

Address: Av. Faustino Sánchez Carrión 615, Office 1209, Jesús María 15076, Lima, Peru

Sphere IT Consulting will respond to requests within a maximum of 20 business days, unless a duly justified extension is granted.

XI. COOKIES AND SIMILAR TECHNOLOGIES

Sphere IT Consulting uses cookies to improve the website’s functionality, analyze traffic, and personalize the user experience.

Types of cookies used:

Strictly necessary cookies.
Performance cookies (Google Analytics).
Functionality cookies.
Advertising cookies (Facebook Pixel, LinkedIn Insight Tag).

Users can configure their browser to reject cookies; however, some features of the site may be affected.

XII. AMENDMENTS

Sphere IT Consulting may modify this Privacy Policy. Updated versions will be posted at https://sphere-itc.com/, indicating the date of the last update. Relevant changes will be communicated via the website or by email.

XIII. SUPERVISORY AUTHORITY

If you believe that the processing of your data violates your rights, you may file a complaint with the National Authority for the Protection of Personal Data of the Ministry of Justice and Human Rights of Peru.

Website: https://www.minjus.gob.pe/

Email: protecciondedatospersonales@minjus.gob.pe

Address: Calle Scipión Llona 350, Miraflores, Lima, Peru

XIV. CONTACT

Empresa:

Sphere IT Consulting S.A.C.

RUC:

20522364283

Dirección:

Av. Faustino Sánchez Carrión 615, Ofic. 1209, Jesús María 15076, Lima, Perú

Perú:

+51 (511) 692-1392 / +51 (511) 934 331 357

EE. UU:

+1 (254) 306-2888

Email:

information@sphere-itc.com

Web:

https://sphere-itc.com/

By using our website and services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and accepted this Privacy Policy.

Sphere IT Consulting S.A.C. – Committed to protecting your privacy.