Privacy Policy — NAJM Press

Last updated: May 11, 2026

Welcome to NAJM Press. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose and protect personal information when you visit najmpress.com, subscribe to our newsletters, comment on articles, or otherwise interact with our magazine services. We aim to process personal data in a lawful, transparent and proportionate way in line with data‑protection laws such as the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Data controller

The data controller responsible for the processing described in this policy is NAJM Press ("we", "us", "our"). For privacy requests or questions, please use our site contact form at /contact/ or email [email protected]. City: Dubai.

What personal data we collect

We collect only the personal information needed to provide and improve our services, including:

Account and profile data you provide when registering, subscribing, or commenting (name, email address, username, profile picture).
Newsletter and marketing preferences.
Payment data you provide for paid products or subscriptions (processed by third‑party payment providers; we do not store full card numbers).
Communications you send to us (messages, support requests).
Technical and usage data collected automatically: IP address, device and browser information, pages viewed, referral source, and performance/analytics data.
Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Cookies section).

We do not sell personal information to third parties.

Lawful bases for processing

When we process personal data, we rely on one or more lawful bases under the GDPR, including:

Performance of a contract: to provide a paid subscription, process a purchase, or otherwise perform services you request.
Legitimate interests: to operate, secure and improve the site, deliver content, personalise site features, and analyse usage to improve the product. We balance these interests against your privacy rights.
Consent: when you opt in to marketing communications or non‑essential cookies (e.g., targeted advertising or third‑party tracking).
Legal obligation: where we must process data to comply with a legal requirement.

We will tell you which lawful basis applies at the point we collect personal data where appropriate.

How we use your data

We use personal data for purposes including:

Operating and improving the website and reader experience.
Sending newsletters, transactional messages and service notices.
Moderating and publishing comments or community contributions, where you give consent by posting.
Fraud prevention, security and abuse detection.
Complying with legal obligations and lawful requests from authorities.
Analysing site traffic and trends to inform editorial and business decisions.

When you give consent for marketing, you can withdraw it at any time using the unsubscribe link in emails or by contacting us through /contact/ or [email protected].

Data retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes set out above, and to meet legal, tax or security requirements. Typical retention periods:

Newsletter subscription and marketing preferences: until you unsubscribe or request deletion.
User accounts and profile data: retained while the account is active and for up to 5 years after last activity unless you request deletion sooner.
Comments and community contributions: retained while published and for up to 2 years after last activity; anonymised copies may be retained for archival or legal reasons.
Analytics and logs: generally aggregated or pseudonymised; raw logs kept for up to 90 days; analytics cookies may persist for up to 24 months depending on the provider.
Backups and system copies: encrypted backups retained for up to 90 days.

If you wish to request deletion earlier, see Your rights below.

Cookies and tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to deliver core functionality, improve performance and measure audience engagement. Categories include:

Essential cookies: required for site operation (session management, security). These cannot be disabled via the cookie banner.
Performance and analytics cookies: collect anonymous or pseudonymous statistics about site usage (e.g., pageviews, referrers).
Functional cookies: remember preferences such as language or display settings.
Advertising and targeting cookies: used to personalise content or adverts on and off our site.

You can manage cookie preferences through our cookie banner, browser settings, or opt‑out tools provided by analytics and advertising providers. To learn more about cookies stored by third parties we use, consult the privacy pages of those providers. If you need assistance, contact us via /contact/ or [email protected].

International transfers

NAJM Press is based in the United Arab Emirates and uses service providers located in various countries, including outside the UAE and European Economic Area (EEA). When transferring personal data internationally, we implement appropriate safeguards such as:

Relying on adequacy decisions where the destination country provides an adequate level of protection; or
Using standard contractual clauses (SCCs) or other approved transfer mechanisms between NAJM Press (or our processors) and third‑party service providers; or
Implementing technical and organisational measures to protect data.

Where transfers depend on your consent (for example, certain marketing uses), we will obtain consent before transfer. If you would like details about the specific safeguards used for a particular transfer, contact us through /contact/ or [email protected].

Disclosure to third parties

We share personal data with trusted third parties only where necessary to operate the site or deliver services, such as:

Payment processors for transactions.
Hosting, email delivery and newsletter providers.
Analytics and advertising partners.
Legal, accounting or professional advisers when required.

All third parties are required to protect your data and may only process it on our instructions.

Your rights

If you are located in the EU or otherwise entitled to GDPR rights, you may have the following rights in relation to your personal data:

Right of access: request a copy of personal data we hold about you.
Right to rectification: correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
Right to erasure: request deletion of data in certain circumstances.
Right to restriction of processing: request limitation of processing in certain cases.
Right to data portability: receive personal data in a structured, commonly used format where applicable.
Right to object: object to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing.
Right to withdraw consent: where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw it at any time without affecting processing carried out before withdrawal.

To exercise your rights, please submit a request via our site contact form at /contact/ or email [email protected]. We will respond within the timeframes required by applicable law. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

Security

We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against unauthorised access, accidental loss, destruction or disclosure. These include encryption in transit, access controls, and regular security reviews. However, no internet service can be 100% secure; if you suspect a security issue, please notify us immediately via /contact/ or [email protected].

Children

Our site is not directed to children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 16 without parental consent. If you believe we have collected such data, contact us and we will delete it if required.

Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be indicated by the “Last updated” date at the top of this page. Continued use of our services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact

For privacy enquiries, data access requests or to exercise any of your rights, please use our contact form at /contact/ or email [email protected]. City: Dubai.

Thank you for reading. We strive to protect your privacy while delivering quality journalism and a great reading experience.