Privacy Policy | 971Media – Data Protection & User Privacy

1. Introduction

971Media LLC (“we”, “our”, or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting any personal information you may provide when using our website and related services.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal data when you visit 971media.com or interact with us through our digital platforms, communication channels, or business services.

By accessing or using our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

2. Who We Are

The website 971media.com is owned and operated by 971Media LLC, a company providing media, marketing, digital, strategic, and business services to organizations in the UAE, GCC, and international markets.

For the purposes of applicable data protection laws, 971Media LLC acts as the data controller of your personal information.

3. Information We Collect

a. Information You Provide Voluntarily

We may collect personal information that you choose to provide, including but not limited to:

• Full name
• Company or organization name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Job title
• Messages, inquiries, or project details submitted through contact forms or email
• Any information shared during business communication

Providing this information is voluntary. However, certain services or responses may not be possible without it.

b. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect limited technical information, including:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device type and operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on the site
• Referral source

This information is used strictly for analytical, security, and performance purposes and does not directly identify you as an individual.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for legitimate business purposes, including:

• Responding to inquiries and communication requests
• Providing requested services or proposals
• Managing business relationships
• Improving website performance and user experience
• Ensuring website security and preventing misuse
• Complying with legal and regulatory obligations

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal data

5. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

Where applicable under GDPR, we process personal data based on one or more of the following legal grounds:

• Your consent
• Performance of a contract or pre-contractual steps
• Legitimate business interests
• Legal or regulatory obligations

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share personal information only in limited and controlled circumstances:

• With trusted service providers who support website hosting, analytics, or communication (under confidentiality obligations)
• When required by law, court order, or governmental authority
• To protect our legal rights, security, or property

We do not disclose personal information for marketing by third parties.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or to comply with legal requirements.

When data is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymized.

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

While we take reasonable steps to safeguard data, no online system or transmission method can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.

9. Your Rights

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Object to or restrict certain processing
• Request data portability

Requests can be submitted using the contact details below.

10. International Data Transfers

As we operate in the UAE and work with international partners, your data may be processed or stored outside your country of residence. Where applicable, appropriate safeguards are applied.

11. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites and encourage users to review their privacy policies separately.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect legal, operational, or regulatory changes. Updates will be posted on this page with the revised effective date.