Privacy Policy

At Al Bayan Media Academy, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data when you use our online platform. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws.

Information We Collect
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you register, enroll in courses, subscribe to newsletters, or otherwise interact with our services. This information may include your name, contact details, educational background, payment information, and any other data necessary to provide and improve our broadcast journalism training, digital media production, communication workshops, media ethics education, and content creation courses.

We also automatically collect certain technical data when you visit our site, such as IP address, browser type, operating system, and browsing behavior. This data helps us enhance the functionality and security of our services.

Use of Your Information
The personal information we collect is used for the following purposes:
- To provide, manage, and personalize our educational services and training programs.
- To communicate with you regarding your enrollment, updates, and customer support.
- To process payments and fulfill contractual obligations.
- To improve our site’s functionality, content, and user experience through analytics.
- To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights and the rights of others. 

Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties. We may share your information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our online platform and conducting business, such as payment processors, IT support, and marketing partners, under strict confidentiality agreements. These partners are authorized to use your personal data only to the extent necessary to provide these services.

We may disclose personal information if required by law, regulation, or legal process, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Al Bayan Media Academy, our users, or others.

Data Retention
Your personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, including compliance with legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. When your information is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted or anonymized.

Your Rights
You have several rights concerning your personal data under applicable data protection laws, including:
- Right to access the information we hold about you.
- Right to request correction or updating of inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Right to request erasure of your data, subject to certain legal conditions.
- Right to restrict or object to the processing of your data.
- Right to data portability, allowing you to obtain your information in a structured, commonly used format.
- Right to withdraw consent at any time when processing is based on your consent.

To exercise your rights or make any inquiries about your data, you may contact us through written correspondence addressed to Al Bayan Media Academy at 45 Al Waab Street, 3rd Floor, Doha, Doha, 34789, Qatar.

Security of Your Data
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our security protocols are regularly reviewed and updated to ensure a high standard of data protection.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our online platform uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience, analyze site traffic, and personalize content. You may manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings, and you can choose to disable cookies; however, this may affect the functionality of certain features on our site.

Third-Party Links
Our site may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not operated by us. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

Children’s Privacy
Our services are intended for individuals who are at least 18 years old or the legal age of majority in their jurisdiction. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under this age. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected data from a minor, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or our services. Any significant changes will be communicated clearly on our platform. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

Contact Information
For any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data protection practices, please contact us at:

Al Bayan Media Academy
45 Al Waab Street, 3rd Floor
Doha, Doha 34789
Qatar 

By using our online platform, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection and use of your personal data as described herein.