Last updated: 6th January, 2026
1. Introduction
Knowledge Middle East (referred to as “KME,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, disclose, and protect information when you access or use our website https://knowledgemiddleeast.com (“Website”).
This policy is prepared in accordance with applicable data protection laws in the United Arab Emirates, including Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on the Protection of Personal Data (UAE PDPL), and other relevant regulations.
By accessing or using this Website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.
2. Who We Are
Knowledge Middle East is an education-focused digital platform and information publisher operating in the United Arab Emirates, providing news, insights, analysis, services, and related offerings in the education sector.
Website: https://knowledgemiddleeast.com
3. Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following categories of information:
3.1 Personal Information You Provide
When you voluntarily interact with our Website, we may collect:
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Organization or institution name
- Job title or role
- Any additional information you submit via forms, emails, subscriptions, inquiries, registrations, or service requests
This information is typically collected when you:
- Subscribe to newsletters or alerts
- Submit contact or inquiry forms
- Register for services, events, or updates
- Request information, partnerships, or advertising opportunities
- Leave comments or feedback
3.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our Website, we may automatically collect:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Operating system
- Referring URLs
- Pages visited and time spent
- Date and time of access
This data is used for analytics, security, performance monitoring, and service improvement.
3.3 Comments and User-Generated Content
When visitors leave comments:
- We collect the data shown in the comments form
- IP address and browser user agent string (for spam prevention)
An anonymized hash of your email address may be shared with the Gravatar service. Gravatar’s privacy policy is available at: https://automattic.com/privacy/.
Once approved, your comment and associated profile image may be publicly visible.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance functionality, analyze traffic, and improve user experience.
Types of Cookies Used
- Essential cookies – Required for core site functionality
- Preference cookies – Remember user settings
- Analytics cookies – Understand usage patterns
- Login cookies – Manage authentication sessions
Examples:
- Comment cookies may store your name, email, and website for convenience (up to one year)
- Login cookies may persist for up to two weeks if “Remember Me” is selected
- Editing or publishing content may set temporary cookies that expire within 24 hours
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
5. Media Uploads
If you upload images or media to the Website, avoid including embedded location data (EXIF GPS). Visitors may be able to extract such data from publicly accessible files.
6. Embedded Content from Third-Party Websites
Articles may include embedded content such as videos, images, or social media posts.
Embedded content behaves as if you visited the third-party website directly. These external websites may:
- Collect data about you
- Use cookies
- Embed additional tracking
- Monitor your interaction with embedded content
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party platforms.
7. How We Use Your Information
We may use collected information for purposes including but not limited to:
- Providing and delivering services
- Responding to inquiries and requests
- Managing subscriptions and communications
- Improving website performance and content
- Personalizing user experience
- Analytics, research, and reporting
- Marketing, newsletters, and updates (where permitted)
- Security, fraud prevention, and compliance
- Legal, regulatory, or contractual obligations
We reserve the right to determine how collected data is used, processed, and analyzed, provided such use remains lawful and aligned with this policy.
8. Legal Basis for Processing (UAE PDPL)
We process personal data based on one or more of the following:
- User consent
- Performance of a service or request
- Legitimate business interests
- Legal or regulatory obligations
9. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We may share your data with:
- Internal team members and authorized staff
- Service providers (hosting, email, analytics, security, IT)
- Regulatory or government authorities when required by law
- Professional advisers (legal, compliance, auditors)
We do not sell personal data to third parties.
If you request a password reset, your IP address may be included in the reset email for security reasons.
10. International Data Transfers
Some service providers may store or process data outside the UAE. In such cases, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place in line with UAE PDPL requirements.
11. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for:
- The purposes outlined in this policy
- Legal, regulatory, or compliance obligations
- Legitimate business interests
Examples:
- Comments and metadata may be retained indefinitely
- Registered user information is stored while the account remains active
12. Your Rights Under UAE Law
You may have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction or updates
- Request deletion or restriction of processing
- Withdraw consent (where applicable)
- Request a copy of stored personal data
Requests may be denied where data retention is legally required for administrative, legal, or security purposes.
To exercise your rights, contact us using the details below.
13. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against:
- Unauthorized access
- Loss or misuse
- Alteration or disclosure
However, no internet-based system is 100% secure.
14. Children’s Privacy
Our Website is not directed at children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors without appropriate consent.
15. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.
Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
16. Contact Information
For privacy-related questions, requests, or concerns, contact:
Knowledge Middle East
📧 Email: contact@knowledgemiddleeast.com
🌐 Website: https://knowledgemiddleeast.com