Effective Date: August 2025
At Arabian Business Times (“we”, “our”, or “us”), your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit our website https://arabianbusinesstimes.com (the “Site”).
By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
a. Personal Information
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Name, email address (when you contact us or subscribe)
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Information provided when submitting content or inquiries
b. Non-Personal Information
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IP address
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Browser type and version
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Device type
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Referring website
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Pages visited, time spent on the site
c. Cookies & Tracking
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your user experience and analyze traffic. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
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Respond to your inquiries or submissions
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Provide news, updates, or content via email (if you subscribe)
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Improve our website’s performance and content
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Ensure website security and prevent abuse
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Comply with legal obligations
3. Sharing of Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following situations:
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With trusted third-party service providers (e.g., email marketing platforms, analytics tools)
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If required by law or legal authorities
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To protect our rights, users, or website security
4. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.
5. International Users
If you are accessing our site from outside the United Arab Emirates (e.g., the European Union), please note that your information may be transferred, stored, and processed in the UAE.
6. Email Communication
If you subscribe to our newsletter or contact us, we may send you periodic emails. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in the email or contacting us directly.
7. Your Rights & Choices
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
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Access the personal information we hold about you
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Request correction or deletion of your information
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Object to the processing of your data
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Withdraw consent (where applicable)
To exercise your rights, please contact us at:
📩 admin@arabianbusinesstimes.com
8. Cookies Policy
We use cookies to personalize content, provide social media features, and analyze our traffic. By using the site, you consent to our use of cookies.
You can change your browser settings to refuse cookies or notify you when a cookie is being sent.
9. External Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies separately.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a new “Effective Date.”
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, you can contact us at:
Arabian Business Times
📩 Email: admin@arabianbusinesstimes.com
🌐 Website: https://arabianbusinesstimes.com
12. Children’s Privacy (COPPA Compliance)
Arabian Business Times does not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children under the age of 13. Our website and services are not directed to individuals under 13 years of age, and we do not intentionally target or market to minors.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at admin@arabianbusinesstimes.com, and we will promptly delete the information from our systems.
This policy complies with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and similar international standards to protect children’s data and privacy online.
13. UAE Data Protection Compliance
We are committed to safeguarding your privacy in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations of the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
📌 Federal Law Compliance
Arabian Business Times adheres to the provisions of Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on the Protection of Personal Data, which governs the processing of personal data in the UAE outside the financial free zones.
This includes your rights to:
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Access your personal data
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Request correction or deletion
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Restrict processing
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Withdraw consent (where applicable)
🏦 DIFC & ADGM Compliance
If you are located in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) or the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) — both of which have their own data protection regimes — we also respect your rights under:
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DIFC Data Protection Law No. 5 of 2020
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ADGM Data Protection Regulations 2021
To request access to your data or to exercise any data protection rights, please contact us at:
📩 admin@arabianbusinesstimes.com
We are committed to cooperating with the appropriate regulatory authorities to resolve any privacy complaints or concerns.