Privacy Policy

Article 1 – Purpose of this Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy outlines how michelevideomaking.com manages user data in compliance with the UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on the Protection of Personal Data (PDPL).

This policy applies only to the website michelevideomaking.com and not to third-party websites accessible via outbound links.

Its objective is to inform users of:

  • The type of data collected

  • How and why the data is processed

  • The rights of users regarding their data

  • The methods by which users can exercise those rights

If you are under the age of 18, consent must be obtained from a parent or legal guardian, as per Article 4(3) of the PDPL.

Article 2 – Data Controller and Data Processing

Data Controller:
MICHELE VIDEO MAKING
📧 michelevideomaking@gmail.com

Data Processor:
Also MICHELE VIDEO MAKING, unless otherwise delegated under Article 6 of the PDPL.

Data Processing Location:
Data processing is carried out at the premises of MICHELE VIDEO MAKING or its authorized data processors.

Article 3 – Cookies

Use of Cookies:
This website uses cookies to enhance user experience, remember preferences, and gather analytics.

Types of Cookies:

  • Technical Cookies: Required for proper site function

  • Session Cookies: Temporary; deleted after browser closes

  • Persistent Cookies: Remain until expiration or user deletion

  • Analytics Cookies: Track user behavior anonymously

  • Third-Party Cookies: May include social media or advertising networks

  • Profiling Cookies: Require explicit user consent under Article 22 of the EU GDPR and Article 6 of the UAE PDPL

Cookie Consent:
By continuing to use the site, you consent to the use of cookies unless explicitly opted out.

Managing Cookies:
You can disable cookies via your browser settings. Links to popular browser guides:

  • Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, Opera

Article 4 – Data Processed

Automatically Collected Data:

  • IP address

  • Browser type/device info

  • ISP

  • Date/time of visit

  • Referrer URL

  • Clickstream data

This data is processed for:

  • Analytics

  • Site functionality

  • Security and fraud prevention

Voluntarily Provided Data:

When users send emails or submit forms (e.g., job applications or comments), the site collects:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Any additional data entered

Data is processed only for the purpose requested and stored for no more than 10 years unless legally required otherwise.

Article 5 – User Rights (As per UAE PDPL & GDPR)

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data (Art. 13 PDPL / Art. 15 GDPR)

  • Request correction (Art. 14 PDPL / Art. 16 GDPR)

  • Request deletion (Art. 15 PDPL / Art. 17 GDPR)

  • Restrict processing (Art. 16 PDPL / Art. 18 GDPR)

  • Object to processing (Art. 17 PDPL / Art. 21 GDPR)

  • Data portability (Art. 19 PDPL / Art. 20 GDPR)

  • Withdraw consent at any time (Art. 6(2) PDPL / Art. 7 GDPR)

Requests can be sent via email to: michelevideomaking@gmail.com

Article 6 – Data Security

Data is processed lawfully and fairly, using appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard personal data against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

Access to data is limited to:

  • Internal staff (admin, marketing, legal)

  • Third-party service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics)

Article 7 – Policy Changes

This privacy policy may be updated to comply with changes in legislation or internal practices. Users are encouraged to revisit this page periodically.

UAE-Specific Notes

The UAE PDPL is enforced by the UAE Data Office. Unlike GDPR, there is currently no requirement to register with a supervisory authority, but compliance is still mandatory.

For further reference: