Updated: October 13th, 2025

At أثر+, your privacy and trust are important to us.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data in accordance with UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on the Protection of Personal Data (PDPL).

1. What Data We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal data:

• Full name
• Email address
• Organisation name and role
• Contact details
• Service or membership preferences
• Booking and event participation details
• Interactions with our website

We do not collect or process sensitive personal data unless required by law or with your explicit consent.

2. Purpose of Data Collection

We use your data to:

• Provide access to Athar+ services, memberships, and resources
• Manage bookings, memberships, and event participation
• Communicate updates, newsletters, and opportunities
• Improve our services, operations, and user experience
• Ensure safety, security, and compliance with legal obligations
• Facilitate community engagement and collaboration

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on one or more of the following:

• Your consent
• Fulfillment of a contractual obligation
• Compliance with legal requirements
• Legitimate interest of Athar+ in providing its services

4. Data Security

We apply appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
These include encryption, secure storage, access controls, and regular system monitoring.
Only authorized personnel have access to your data for legitimate business purposes.

5. Data Sharing and Transfers

Athar+ does not sell, rent, or share your personal data for marketing purposes.
However, we may share data with:

• Government or regulatory bodies when required by law
• Service providers bound by confidentiality agreements (e.g. hosting services)

Data is stored within the UAE whenever possible. If any transfer occurs outside the UAE, Athar+ ensures that appropriate safeguards and data protection standards are in place, as required by the PDPL.

6. Your Rights Under UAE PDPL

You have the right to:

• Access your data
• Request correction or deletion of inaccurate information
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Object to or restrict processing in certain cases
• File a complaint with the UAE Data Office if you believe your rights have been violated

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@atharplus.ae.
We may need to verify your identity before processing your request.

7. Cookies and Analytics

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance browsing experience and analyze usage patterns.
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect certain site functionalities.

8. Data Retention

Your personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined above or to comply with legal requirements.
When data is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted or anonymized.

9. Policy Updates

Athar+ may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect legal, operational, or service changes.
The updated version will be published on this page with a new revision date.
Continued use of Athar+ services after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

10. Contact Us

For any questions, requests, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact:

أثر+
info@atharplus.ae
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates