Privacy Policy for The Saudi Standard
Last updated: June 5, 2025
Welcome to The Saudi Standard (www.saudistandard.com). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information as required by the Saudi Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL), and in accordance with global privacy standards such as the GDPR (EU) and CCPA (California).
- Information We Collect
We may collect the following information when you visit or interact with our website:
- Personal Information: such as your name and email address (when you contact us or subscribe to our newsletter)
- Usage Data: including IP address, browser type, device info, pages visited, and time spent (via cookies and analytics tools)
- How We Collect Your Information
We collect data through:
- Website forms (e.g., contact or subscription forms)
- Cookies and tracking technologies
- Analytics tools like Google Analytics
- Server logs
- Why We Collect Your Information
We use your data to:
- Provide news and updates via email (if subscribed)
- Improve website performance and reader experience
- Analyze traffic trends and reader engagement
- Comply with legal obligations
- Cookies and Tracking
Our website uses cookies to:
- Understand user behavior
- Measure traffic sources
- Improve content delivery
You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings.
- Sharing Your Data
We do not sell your personal data. However, we may share it with:
- Trusted third-party services (e.g., email marketing platforms, analytics providers)
- Legal authorities when required by law
- Data Security
We use industry-standard encryption and security measures to protect your data. Access is restricted to authorized personnel only.
- Your Rights (Under PDPL & GDPR)
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Request access to your data
- Correct or delete your data
- Object to data processing
- Withdraw your consent
To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@saudistandard.com
- International Visitors
If you are visiting from the EU, UK, or US, your data may be transferred outside your region. We ensure this is done securely and in compliance with international privacy laws.
- Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact:
The Saudi Standard
Email: info@saudistandard.com
Website: www.saudistandard.com
- Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a new “Last Updated” date.