PRIVACY POLICY
This Privacy Policy describes the policies and procedures regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of your information when you visit abudhabitimes.com (hereinafter referred to as “the Website”). We highly value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. By using our Website, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.
Definitions and Terminology
Definitions of Terms
Words with initial capital letters have specific meanings defined below. These definitions apply whether the terms appear in singular or plural.
Definitions:
Account: A unique profile created for you to access specific features of the Website.
Affiliate: Any entity that controls, is controlled by, or is under common control with a party, where “control” means ownership of at least 50% of voting shares or authority.
Company (referred to as “we”, “us”, or “our” in this Policy): Abu Dhabi Times, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
Cookies: Small files stored on your device by the Website that collect information about your browsing behavior.
Country: United Arab Emirates
Device: Any device capable of accessing the Website, such as a computer, smartphone, or tablet.
Personal Data: Any information related to an identified or identifiable individual.
Service Providers: Third-party individuals or companies engaged to support the operation or analytics of the Website.
Third-party Social Media Services: Platforms such as Facebook or Twitter, where users can log in or share information.
Usage Data: Data automatically collected from Website interactions or infrastructure usage.
Website: The site accessible at https://abudhabitimes.com.
You: The individual accessing or using the Website, or the entity they represent.
Collection and Use of Your Personal Data
Types of Data Collected
Personal Data
While using our Website, we may ask you to provide certain information that can be used to contact or identify you. This may include:
Email address
First and last name
Usage Data
Usage Data
Usage Data is automatically collected and may include:
IP address, browser type and version
Pages visited, visit duration, and timestamps
Device identifiers and diagnostic data
Tracking Technologies and Cookies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to monitor activity on the Website and enhance user experience. You can configure your browser to reject cookies, but this may affect access to some features.
Types of Cookies:
Essential Cookies: Enable core functionality and security features.
Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how the Website is used to improve performance.
Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings.
For more details, refer to the “Cookies” section of this Privacy Policy.
Use of Your Personal Data
The Company may use your personal data for the following purposes:
To provide and maintain the Website: Ensure access and monitor usage.
To contact you: Respond to inquiries, send notifications, and provide service updates.
To analyze usage trends: Understand visitor behavior to improve content and features.
For promotional purposes: Share information about services aligned with your interests, unless you opt out.
Sharing and Disclosure of Personal Data
Your information may be shared in the following cases:
Service Providers: For operational and analytical support.
Business Transfers: In case of mergers or acquisitions.
Legal Requirements: When necessary to comply with legal obligations.
With Your Consent: Where applicable.
Retention of Your Personal Data
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, comply with legal obligations, and resolve disputes.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Abu Dhabi Times
Email: support@abudhabitimes.com
