Privacy Policy

Welcome to the Al-Ateeqi website. We are committed to protecting your privacy and the personal information you interact with on our site. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your data in accordance with international standards, such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and relevant laws. By using our website, you agree to this policy. If you do not agree, please refrain from using the site.

Welcome to the Al-Ateeqi website. We are committed to protecting your privacy and the personal information you interact with on our site. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your data in accordance with international standards, such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and relevant laws. By using our website, you agree to this policy. If you do not agree, please refrain from using the site.
1. Information We Collect
The Al-Ateeqi website is a non-profit informational resource focused on the history and legacy of the Al-Ateeqi family. It does not require account registration or mandatory collection of personal data. However, we may collect:
- General Visitor Information (Non-Personal): Such as IP addresses, browser type, operating system, and pages visited, through analytics tools like Google Analytics (if used). This data helps improve user experience and understand site traffic.
- Personal Information via Contact: If you reach out to us via email (e.g., admin@alateeqi.com or imad097@gmail.com) for inquiries, to join our mailing list, or to submit content, we may receive your name, email address, or other information you voluntarily provide. This data is used solely to respond to your inquiries or manage subscriptions.
- Historical and Genealogical Data: The site contains public information about family members (e.g., names, dates, and historical photos) sourced from public records or approved contributions. We take care not to publish recent or sensitive personal data about living individuals without explicit consent, especially in the context of genealogy and family history.
We do not collect sensitive data such as genetic, health, or financial information unless voluntarily provided in a research or historical context, and we handle such data with utmost care.
2. How We Use Your Information
We collect information only for legitimate and transparent purposes, including:
- Enhancing the site’s content to better serve researchers of the scientific, economic, and political history of the Arabian Peninsula and Gulf region.
- Responding to inquiries and communicating with visitors or family members.
- Managing email lists to send updates about new articles or events (with an option to unsubscribe at any time).
- Complying with legal obligations, such as responding to data access requests.
We do not sell or rent your data to third parties, nor do we use it for commercial purposes.
3. Sharing Your Information
With Third Parties: We do not share personal data with third parties except in the following cases:
- When required by law (e.g., court orders).
- With trusted service providers (e.g., email services) who comply with privacy standards.
- External Links: The site may include links to external websites (e.g., historical sources). We are not responsible for their privacy policies; please review them.
In the context of genealogy, some historical information may be publicly available, but we protect the privacy of living individuals and require consent for personal contributions.
4. Cookies and Tracking
We use essential cookies to operate the site (e.g., maintaining sessions). If analytics tools are used, we will request your consent in advance (especially for EU users). You can manage cookie settings through your browser:
- Refusing non-essential cookies will not prevent access to content.
- For more information, refer to Google’s cookie policy if applicable.
5. Children’s Privacy
The site is not directed at children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect data from children, and if such data is discovered, we will delete it immediately. Parents are encouraged to monitor their children’s online activity.
6. Your Privacy Rights
We respect your rights under international laws, including GDPR (for EU users) and CCPA (for California users). You have the right to:
- Access Your Data: Request a copy of the information we hold.
- Correct or Delete: Amend or remove inaccurate data.
- Object or Opt-Out: Refuse data processing or unsubscribe from mailing lists.
- Restrict or Transfer: Limit data use or transfer it to another platform.
To exercise these rights, contact us at admin@alateeqi.com. We will respond within 30 days. You may also file a complaint with the relevant data protection authority in your country.
7. Data Security
We use reasonable security measures, such as encryption and restricted access, to protect data from loss or theft. However, no online system is 100% secure; we recommend using strong passwords and avoiding sharing sensitive information.
8. Data Storage and Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the intended purpose (e.g., responding to an inquiry). Afterward, we delete or anonymize it. Public historical data may remain available indefinitely for educational purposes.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy to reflect changes in practices or laws. We will notify you via the website or email (if available). Continued use of the site after changes implies consent.
10. Contact Information
For any privacy-related inquiries, please contact:
- Email: admin@alateeqi.com
- Or Dr. Emad Al-Ateeqi: imad097@gmail.com
Last Updated: October 14, 2025

1. Information We Collect

The Al-Ateeqi website is a non-profit informational resource focused on the history and legacy of the Al-Ateeqi family. It does not require account registration or mandatory collection of personal data. However, we may collect:

General Visitor Information (Non-Personal): Such as IP addresses, browser type, operating system, and pages visited, through analytics tools like Google Analytics (if used). This data helps improve user experience and understand site traffic.
Personal Information via Contact: If you reach out to us via email (e.g., admin@alateeqi.com or imad097@gmail.com) for inquiries, to join our mailing list, or to submit content, we may receive your name, email address, or other information you voluntarily provide. This data is used solely to respond to your inquiries or manage subscriptions.
Historical and Genealogical Data: The site contains public information about family members (e.g., names, dates, and historical photos) sourced from public records or approved contributions. We take care not to publish recent or sensitive personal data about living individuals without explicit consent, especially in the context of genealogy and family history.

We do not collect sensitive data such as genetic, health, or financial information unless voluntarily provided in a research or historical context, and we handle such data with utmost care.

2. How We Use Your Information

We collect information only for legitimate and transparent purposes, including:

Enhancing the site’s content to better serve researchers of the scientific, economic, and political history of the Arabian Peninsula and Gulf region.
Responding to inquiries and communicating with visitors or family members.
Managing email lists to send updates about new articles or events (with an option to unsubscribe at any time).
Complying with legal obligations, such as responding to data access requests.

We do not sell or rent your data to third parties, nor do we use it for commercial purposes.

3. Sharing Your Information

With Third Parties: We do not share personal data with third parties except in the following cases:

When required by law (e.g., court orders).
With trusted service providers (e.g., email services) who comply with privacy standards.
External Links: The site may include links to external websites (e.g., historical sources). We are not responsible for their privacy policies; please review them.

In the context of genealogy, some historical information may be publicly available, but we protect the privacy of living individuals and require consent for personal contributions.

4. Cookies and Tracking

We use essential cookies to operate the site (e.g., maintaining sessions). If analytics tools are used, we will request your consent in advance (especially for EU users). You can manage cookie settings through your browser:

Refusing non-essential cookies will not prevent access to content.
For more information, refer to Google’s cookie policy if applica

5. Children’s Privacy

The site is not directed at children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect data from children, and if such data is discovered, we will delete it immediately. Parents are encouraged to monitor their children’s online activity.

6. Your Privacy Rights

We respect your rights under international laws, including GDPR (for EU users) and CCPA (for California users). You have the right to:

Access Your Data: Request a copy of the information we hold.
Correct or Delete: Amend or remove inaccurate data.
Object or Opt-Out: Refuse data processing or unsubscribe from mailing lists.
Restrict or Transfer: Limit data use or transfer it to another platform.

To exercise these rights, contact us at admin@alateeqi.com. We will respond within 30 days. You may also file a complaint with the relevant data protection authority in your country.

7. Data Security

We use reasonable security measures, such as encryption and restricted access, to protect data from loss or theft. However, no online system is 100% secure; we recommend using strong passwords and avoiding sharing sensitive information.

8. Data Storage and Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the intended purpose (e.g., responding to an inquiry). Afterward, we delete or anonymize it. Public historical data may remain available indefinitely for educational purposes.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy to reflect changes in practices or laws. We will notify you via the website or email (if available). Continued use of the site after changes implies consent.

10. Contact Information

For any privacy-related inquiries, please contact:

Email: admin@alateeqi.com
Or Dr. Emad Al-Ateeqi: imad097@gmail.com

Last Updated: October 14, 2025