Privacy Policy

The Ministry of Culture is dedicated to overseeing cultural, artistic, and heritage-related affairs, preserving folklore, national, and Islamic heritage, and highlighting its features through studies and research. It also organizes events and celebrates national occasions. The Ministry's responsibilities include licensing and establishing artistic groups, and radio and television broadcasting stations, and supervising their content. Additionally, the Ministry supports youth development, nurtures talents, organizes their participation in local and international events and conferences, and ensures a safe electronic environment that respects privacy.

The Ministry of Culture is committed to protecting privacy and does not collect personal information from visitors to its website unless provided voluntarily. This information is treated with utmost confidentiality, is not used for commercial purposes, and is not shared with third parties except in accordance with the law. The Ministry also assumes responsibility for protecting personal information across its websites and linked applications.

This Notice Regarding the Processing of Your Personal Data

This notice is issued by the Ministry of Culture (“the Ministry”) on its own behalf and on behalf of its affiliated entities. It is directed towards individuals we interact with through our services or websites.

Definitions

This notice includes definitions of the terms used. The Ministry reserves the right to take the necessary actions. The "Contact" section below contains contact information.

Changes to the Notice

This notice may be amended from time to time to reflect changes in personal data processing policies or as required by law. It is recommended to regularly review this notice for updates.

Collection of Personal Data

We may collect personal data from the following sources:

• Data you provide (e.g., via email communication).
• Data related to a business relationship.
• Data available to the public through social media.
• Data submitted through websites and applications.
• Data received from third parties.

Categories of Personal Data

Personal data we may collect includes:

• Name, personal photo.
• Demographic data: such as gender, nationality.
• Contact information: email, phone.
• Purchase and payment data.
• Technical data: such as IP address, device type.
• Views and opinions.

Legal Basis for Processing Data

• Explicit consent.
• Contractual necessity.
• Compliance with the law.
• Legitimate interests.

Processing of Personal Data

Personal data may be processed for the following purposes:

• Providing services.
• Managing websites.
• Communication.
• Technical operations.
• Health and safety.
• Surveys.
• Compliance with the law.

Disclosure of Personal Information

Personal information may be disclosed to:

• Legal and regulatory authorities.
• The Ministry's affiliated entities.
• Third parties as necessary.

Data Updates

Last updated: December 10, 2023.