Privacy Policy

This privacy policy outlines how Arabian Reads Book Distribution collects, uses, maintains, and discloses information collected from users of our online platform and related services. This policy applies to the site and all products and services offered by Arabian Reads Book Distribution.

Information We Collect

We may collect personal identification information from users in a variety of ways, including, but not limited to, when users visit our site, register on the site, place an order, fill out a form, subscribe to a newsletter, respond to a survey, and in connection with other activities, services, features or resources we make available on our site. The types of personal information we may collect include name, email address, mailing address, phone number, payment information, and details necessary for order fulfillment and logistics.

We may also collect non-personal identification information about users whenever they interact with our site. Non-personal identification information may include the browser name, the type of computer or device, and technical information about users' means of connection to our site, such as the operating system and the Internet service providers utilized and other similar information.

We may also collect information automatically as you navigate through the site, including usage details, IP addresses, and information collected through cookies, web beacons, and other tracking technologies.

How We Use Your Information

Arabian Reads Book Distribution collects and uses users' personal information for the following purposes:

To process transactions: We may use the information users provide about themselves when placing an order only to provide service to that order. We do not share this information with outside parties except to the extent necessary to provide the service. To personalize user experience: We may use information in the aggregate to understand how our users as a group use the services and resources provided on our site. To improve our site: We may use feedback you provide to improve our products and services. To run a promotion, contest, survey or other site feature: To send users information they agreed to receive about topics we think will be of interest to them. To send periodic emails: We may use the email address to send user information and updates pertaining to their order. It may also be used to respond to their inquiries, questions, and/or other requests. If user decides to opt-in to our mailing list, they will receive emails that may include company news, updates, related product or service information, etc. If at any time the user would like to unsubscribe from receiving future emails, we include detailed unsubscribe instructions at the bottom of each email or user may contact us via our site. For logistics and supply chain management: To facilitate the storage, handling, and movement of books, including import and export operations. For inventory management: To track and manage book stock and availability.

Lawful Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on several legal grounds, including: The necessity of processing for the performance of a contract with you (e.g., fulfilling your orders). Your consent (e.g., for marketing communications where required). Compliance with a legal obligation to which we are subject (e.g., tax laws). Our legitimate interests, provided these do not override your fundamental rights and freedoms (e.g., improving our services, preventing fraud, direct marketing under certain conditions).

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent users' personal identification information to others. We may share generic aggregated demographic information not linked to any personal identification information regarding visitors and users with our business partners, trusted affiliates and advertisers for the purposes outlined above.

We may use third party service providers to help us operate our business and the site or administer activities on our behalf, such as sending out newsletters or surveys, processing payments, or handling logistics and shipping. We may share your information with these third parties for those limited purposes provided that you have given us your permission or the sharing is necessary for the performance of a contract or our legitimate interests. These third parties are obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes for which we disclose it to them.

We may also disclose your personal information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or a government agency).

Data Security

We adopt appropriate data collection, storage and processing practices and security measures to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure or destruction of your personal information, username, password, transaction information and data stored on our site.

Your Data Protection Rights

In accordance with applicable data protection laws, including GDPR, you have rights regarding your personal data. These rights may include:

The right to access: You have the right to request copies of your personal data. The right to rectification: You have the right to request that we correct any information you believe is inaccurate or complete information you believe is incomplete. The right to erasure: You have the right to request that we erase your personal data, under certain conditions. The right to restrict processing: You have the right to request that we restrict the processing of your personal data, under certain conditions. The right to object to processing: You have the right to object to our processing of your personal data, under certain conditions. The right to data portability: You have the right to request that we transfer the data that we have collected to another organization, or directly to you, under certain conditions.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.

Cookies and Similar Technologies

Our site may use "cookies" to enhance user experience. Your web browser places cookies on your hard drive for record-keeping purposes and sometimes to track information about them. You may choose to set your web browser to refuse cookies, or to alert you when cookies are being sent. If you do so, note that some parts of the site may not function properly.

Data Retention

We will retain your personal information only for as long as is necessary for the purposes set out in this privacy policy. We will retain and use your information to the extent necessary to comply with our legal obligations (for example, if we are required to retain your data to comply with applicable laws), resolve disputes, and enforce our legal agreements and policies.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

Arabian Reads Book Distribution has the discretion to update this privacy policy at any time. When we do, we will revise the updated date at the bottom of this page. We encourage users to frequently check this page for any changes to stay informed about how we are helping to protect the personal information we collect. You acknowledge and agree that it is your responsibility to review this privacy policy periodically and become aware of modifications.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, the practices of this site, or your dealings with this site, please contact us at:

Arabian Reads Book Distribution
14 Warehouse Bay 3, Jebel Ali Free Zone,
Plot SWD-17,
Dubai, Dubai, 9345, UAE