Privacy Policy

Privacy and Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to ITQAN (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data following Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on the Protection of Personal Data (PDPL) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

This Privacy and Cookie Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit www.itqan.ae (the “Website”).

By using our Website, you consent to the collection and processing of your personal data under this policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Website.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal data:

2.1 Information You Provide

• Contact details: Name, email address, phone number, and company name when you fill out forms or contact us.
• Job applications: CVs, resumes, and professional details if you apply for a job.

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our Website, we may collect:

• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system.
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on the Website, and interactions with content.

2.3 Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience. You can manage your cookie preferences as described in Section 6 .

3. Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data

We process your personal data under the following lawful bases as required by UAE PDPL:

• Consent: When you voluntarily provide your data.
• Contractual Necessity: When processing is required for fulfilling a contract with you.
• Legal Obligation: When required to comply with UAE legal and regulatory requirements.
• Legitimate Interest: When processing is necessary to improve our Website, ensure security, or prevent fraud.

4. How We Use Your Information

We process your personal data for the following purposes:

• To provide, operate, and improve our Website and services.
• To respond to your inquiries and communicate with you.
• To analyze Website usage and optimize user experience.
• To comply with legal and regulatory obligations in the UAE.
• To safeguard the security and integrity of our Website.

5. Data Sharing & Security

5.1 Third-Party Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal data. However, we may share information with:

• Service providers assisting with IT, analytics, or security.
• Regulatory authorities if required by UAE law.
• Business partners if necessary for providing services.

5.2 Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, or loss.

5.3 International Data Transfers

• If personal data is transferred outside the UAE, we ensure compliance with PDPL by adopting appropriate safeguards, such as:

 

• Adequacy Decisions: Ensuring data transfer only to jurisdictions with equivalent data protection laws.
• Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs): Ensuring third parties adhere to legal obligations.

6. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

6.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. We use them to:

• Enhance Website functionality.
• Remember user preferences.
• Improve Website performance through analytics.

6.2 Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Required for Website operation.
• Performance Cookies: Help analyze user interactions.
• Functional Cookies: Remember user settings and preferences.
• Marketing Cookies: Used for targeted advertising.

6.3 Managing Cookies

You can manage or disable cookies via your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect Website functionality.

6.4 How We Obtain Consent for Cookies

We comply with UAE regulations by obtaining clear consent before storing cookies on your device. Upon your first visit, you will see a cookie consent banner where you can accept or reject non-essential cookies.

 

7 Your Rights & Choices

As a UAE-based user, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Access & Correction: Request a copy of your data or correct inaccuracies.
• Erasure: Request deletion of your data, subject to legal retention requirements.
• Objection: Object to certain data processing activities.
• Withdraw Consent: Opt out of marketing communications.

To exercise these rights, contact us at [Insert Contact Email].

8. Data Retention Policy

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by UAE laws and regulations. Once data is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted or anonymized.

 

9. Third-Party Links

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices, and we encourage you to read their policies before providing personal information.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page . We reserve the right to modify or change our Privacy Policy at any time, and we encourage you to review this Policy regularly. Your continued use of our services after any changes are posted on this page signifies your acknowledgment of the updates and your agreement to comply with the modified Privacy Policy.

11. Contact Us

For any questions regarding this Privacy and Cookie Policy, please contact us at:
📧 [Insert Contact Email]