GDPR Compliance
Akol is built with data privacy in mind. We comply with GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) to protect your data and your customers’ data.
Your Data Is Protected
- Encrypted — All data is encrypted both in storage and during transfer
- Secure servers — Your data is stored on secure cloud infrastructure
- Access controls — Only authorized team members can access your data
- Automatic cleanup — Expired data is automatically deleted based on your plan
What Data We Collect
| Data | Why We Collect It | How Long We Keep It |
|---|---|---|
| Call recordings | So you can listen back to calls | Based on your plan |
| Transcripts | So you can read what was said | Based on your plan |
| Caller phone numbers | To route calls and sync with your CRM | Until you delete it |
| Caller names | To personalize the conversation | Until you delete it |
| Business info | So your AI agent can answer questions | Until you delete your account |
Your Rights
As an Akol user, you have full control over your data:
Download Your Data
You can download all your data anytime:
- Go to Dashboard > Settings > Account
- Click Export My Data
- You’ll receive a file with all your information
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Delete Your Account
If you want to remove all your data:
- Go to Dashboard > Settings > Account
- Click Delete Account
- Confirm the deletion
After deletion, your data is kept for 30 days (in case you change your mind), then permanently removed.
Update Your Information
You can update your personal information anytime in Dashboard > Settings.
Data Retention by Plan
| Plan | How Long Data Is Kept |
|---|---|
| Free | 7 days |
| Starter | 30 days |
| Pro | 90 days |
| Business | 365 days |
| Enterprise | Custom |
After the retention period, call recordings, transcripts, and related data are automatically deleted.
Caller Consent
When recording is enabled, your AI agent can inform callers that the call is being recorded:
“This call may be recorded for quality purposes. How can I help you today?”
You can customize this in your agent’s greeting message.
Consent Management
You control which types of communications you receive from Akol:
| Type | Required? |
|---|---|
| Service (account, billing) | Yes |
| Analytics (usage data) | Optional |
| Marketing (promotional emails) | Optional |
Manage your preferences in Dashboard > Settings > Notifications.
Contact Us
For privacy-related questions:
- Email: [email protected]
- Data Protection Officer: [email protected]