Last Updated: 17 March 2026
LATAM Guiding Principles
At First Advantage, we are committed to protecting personal data across Latin America and conducting our background screening services in a responsible, transparent, and secure manner.
This page outlines the core privacy principles we apply in Latin American countries where specific country privacy notices are not separately published.
Our Commitment to Responsible Data Processing
We process personal data to support our clients in making informed decisions related to employment, contracting, compliance, and risk management.
We are committed to:
- Respecting individual privacy rights
- Processing personal data lawfully and fairly
- Limiting processing to legitimate and clearly defined purposes
- Protecting personal data through appropriate safeguards
Lawful and Purpose-Based Processing
We process personal data only when there is a valid legal basis under applicable local law. Depending on the country, this may include:
- Contractual necessity
- Legal or regulatory obligations
- Legitimate business purposes
- Consent, where required
Data Minimization and Proportionality
We collect and process only the personal data necessary to perform the requested services.
We do not collect excessive or unrelated information.
Transparency
We strive to ensure individuals understand:
- What personal data is collected
- Why it is collected
- How it is used
- With whom it is shared
- How long it is retained
Where required, privacy notices or consent mechanisms are provided before processing begins.
Sensitive Data
Where sensitive personal data is processed, we:
- Limit processing to what is strictly necessary
- Apply enhanced security measures
- Obtain consent when required by local law
Sensitive data is never used for discriminatory purposes.
Sharing of Personal Data
Personal data may be shared with:
- The client requesting the background screening
- Authorized personnel within First Advantage
- Service providers supporting verification processes
- Government authorities when legally required
We do not sell personal data.
International Data Transfers
As a global organization, personal data may be processed outside the country where it was collected.
When cross-border transfers occur, we implement appropriate safeguards to ensure continued protection of personal data in accordance with applicable law.
Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to:
- Fulfill the purpose of the screening
- Comply with legal or regulatory obligations
- Defend legal claims
After that period, data is securely deleted or anonymized.
Security Measures
We maintain technical and organizational measures designed to protect personal data against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
These measures include:
- Access controls
- Encryption
- Monitoring systems
- Secure disposal procedures
Exercising Your Rights
Individuals may have rights under applicable local law, which may include:
- Access to personal data
- Correction of inaccurate data
- Deletion where permitted
- Objection to certain processing activities
Requests may be submitted through our regional privacy contact channels.
Contact Information
If you have questions regarding privacy practices in Latin America, please contact:
Privacy LATAM Team
Updates
We may update these Guiding Principles from time to time.
The latest version will always be available on this website.