Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to the READ Quran and Islamic Studies (the "Institute" or "We") website located at www.readquran.ae (the "Website"). The Institute provides this Website to you subject to the following Terms of Use and Privacy Policy (collectively, the "Terms"). By using this Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not use this Website. Please read the Terms carefully.

The Institute reserves the right to make changes to this Website and to modify the Terms at any time in its sole discretion. We encourage you to review the Terms periodically for modifications. By using this website, you agree to abide by any such modifications to the Terms that are binding on you.

2. Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes the agreement between the Institute and you regarding how we will handle certain information on the Website/ or similar platforms. This Privacy Policy does not apply to information obtained from other sources (other than website and social media platforms), such as by mail, telephone or other devices, or through personal contact. By accessing the Website and/or providing information to the Institute on the Website, you consent to the collection, use and disclosure of certain information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

a. Information Collected on Our Website:

When you merely download materials or browse the Website, our servers may automatically collect certain information from you, which may include: (a) the name of the domain and host from which you access the Internet; (b) the browser software you use and your operating system; and (c) the Internet address of the website from which you linked to the Website. The information we collect automatically may be used to improve the Website to make it as useful as possible to our visitors; however, such information will not be linked to any personal information you provided to us.

We collect and store personal information when you voluntarily provide it to us. For example, when you choose to fill out a form on the Website or our related platforms, we retain the information you submit. You should not submit any information that you do not wish us to be retained. After we take appropriate action in response to your submission, we retain the information you submit for our records and to contact you from time to time. Please note that if we decide to change the manner in which we use or retain personal information, we may update this Privacy Policy, at our sole discretion.

NOTICE TO CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 14 AND THEIR PARENTS OR LEGAL GUARDIANS: IF YOU ARE UNDER THE AGE OF 14 AND WOULD LIKE TO CONTACT US PLEASE DO SO THROUGH YOUR PARENTS OR LEGAL GUARDIANS. THIS WEBSITE IS ONLY INTENDED FOR ADULTS. THE INSTITUTE DOES NOT KNOWINGLY COLLECT PERSONALLY IDENTIFIABLE INFORMATION ("PERSONAL INFORMATION") FROM CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 14. IF YOU ARE UNDER THE AGE OF 14, DO NOT SEND US ANY PERSONAL INFORMATION INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS, NAME AND /OR CONTACT INFORMATION.

b. Disclosure of Personal Information to Third Parties:

The Institute does not rent or sell any personal information that you provide to us, nor does the Institute disclose credit card or other personal financial information to third parties, other than as necessary to process a credit card or other financial transaction or as required by law. The Institute engages certain third parties to perform functions and provide services, including, but not limited to, hosting and maintenance, customer relations, database storage and management, payment processing, and direct marketing campaigns. We share your personal information with these third parties, but only to the extent necessary to perform the functions and provide the services, and only under binding contractual obligations that require these third parties to maintain the privacy and security of your data.

c. Receiving Promotional Materials:

We may send you information or materials such as newsletters, e-books, white papers by email or by mail if you provide us with your addresses through the Website. By using the Website, you consent to our sending you such information or materials.

If you do not wish to receive promotional information or materials, please send an email with your name, mailing address and/or email address to info@readquran.ae. When we receive your request, we will take reasonable steps to remove your name from such lists.

d. Cookies:

A cookie is a small text file that a website may place on your computer's hard drive for record-keeping or other administrative purposes. Our Website may use cookies to personalize your experience on the Website. Although most web browsers automatically accept cookies, you can usually modify your browser settings to decline cookies. If you choose to decline cookies, you may not be able to fully experience the features of the Website. Cookies may also be used on certain websites that are accessible through links on the Website.

e. Links to Other Websites:

The Institute is not responsible for the practices or policies of any websites linked to the Website, including without limitation their privacy practices or policies. If you choose to use a link that takes you to another party's website, you are subject to the practices and policies of that website.

3. Terms of Use

a. For Informational Purposes Only

The Institute provides the information on this Website for informational purposes only. You are solely responsible for the information you provide on this Website and for any information you use that you view on this Website. The information on this Website is not intended to be a replacement for direct consultation with the School; if you have questions or concerns, please contact the Institute directly.

b. Copyright and Trademark Information

The content included on this Website, such as data, text, graphics, logos, images, and software, and the compilation thereof, is the property of the Institute and/or its content suppliers and protected by copyright and trademark laws. If you upload any content, including but not limited to photos or videos, to this Website, (i) you represent and warrant to the Institute and its affiliates that you have all necessary rights to upload the content; (ii) you agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Institute and its affiliates for any infringement of third party rights or other related claims; and (iii) you hereby license to the Institute and its affiliates a perpetual, non-cancelable, royalty-free license to use the uploaded content for any purpose in any media now existing or hereafter developed.

c. License for Your Use

For the period that you use this Website and comply with these terms, the Institute grants you a limited, revocable, and nonexclusive license to access this Website for your use, but not to copy, download, or modify it or any portion of it, except with the express written permission of the Institute. This Website or any portion thereof may not be reproduced, duplicated, copied, sold, visited, or otherwise exploited without the express written consent of the Institute. You may not frame or utilize framing techniques to enclose any trademark, logo, content, or other proprietary information on this Website without the express written consent of the Institute. You may not use any meta tags or any other "hidden text" utilizing the name or trademarks of The Institute without the Institute's express written consent.

You agree to use this Website only for lawful purposes, and you acknowledge that you may be subject to civil or criminal liability for any violation. You are responsible for ensuring that materials you upload, post or submit to this Website do not infringe the copyright, trademark, trade secret or other personal or proprietary rights of any third party, and you hereby agree to indemnify and hold the Institute harmless from any claims of infringement or personal rights of any third party. You agree not to disrupt, alter, or interfere with this Website or its associated software, hardware, and servers in any way, and you agree not to impede or interfere with others' use of this Website. You further agree not to alter or tamper with any information or materials on this Website or associated with this Website. Any unauthorized use or violation of these Terms will automatically terminate the permission or license granted by the Institute to access and use this Website.

d. Website Links

This Website may provide links or references to third-party websites or applications, including but not limited, third party websites or applications of advertisers, or of providers, of informational articles or other users. The Institute is not responsible for any information you choose to provide to those third party websites or applications, any information, products or services you acquire from those third party websites or applications, or any damages resulting from your access to or use of those third party websites or applications.

Any links to third party websites and applications are provided as a convenience to the visitors of this Website and any inclusion of such links on this Website does not imply any endorsement or warranty of the third party websites or applications or their security, content, products, offerings or services. You are advised that any third party websites or applications are subject to their own terms of use and privacy policies. Therefore, if you link, you should ensure that you visit the relevant pages of those third party websites or applications to determine which terms of use and privacy policies apply to your use.

4. Disclaimer of Warranties and Limitation of Liability

THE INSTITUTE MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES ABOUT THIS WEBSITE OR THE MATERIALS AND /OR CONTENT AND /OR LINKS ON THIS WEBSITE FOR ANY PURPOSE. BY YOUR ACCESS TO THIS WEBSITE, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE THAT YOU ARE USING THIS WEBSITE AND /OR ANY LINKS TO THIRD PARTY WEBSITES AT YOUR OWN RISK. THIS WEBSITE IS PROVIDED BY THE INSTITUTE ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS, AND WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR NON-INFRINGEMENT. THE INSTITUTE DOES NOT WARRANT THE ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS OF THE INFORMATION, MATERIAL, CONTENT, TEXT, GRAPHICS, EMAIL RESPONSES, LINKS AND OTHER ITEMS CONTAINED ON THIS WEBSITE OR ON ANY OTHER THIRD PARTY WEBSITE. THE SCHOOL DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THIS WEBSITE, ITS SERVERS, OR MESSAGES SENT FROM THE INSTITUTE ARE FREE FROM VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL COMPONENTS. THE INSTITUTE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND ARISING FROM THE USE OF THIS WEBSITE, OR ITS CONTENT OR ANY THIRD PARTY MATERIAL OR WEBSITE, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, PUNITIVE OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

THE INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THIS WEBSITE AND IN ANY RESPONSES TO YOU ARE INTENDED TO BE FOR GENERAL INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY AND ARE NOT CONFIDENTIAL. ANY INFORMATION YOU PROVIDE YOU DO AT YOUR OWN RISK. THIS INFORMATION SHOULD NOT BE USED AS A SUBSTITUTE FOR CONSULTING WITH THE INSTITUTE OR OTHER PROVIDERS.

5. Applicable Law and Jurisdiction

By visiting this Website, you agree that these Terms for all purposes shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Emirate of Dubai, UAE, without regard to its conflict of laws principles, and that any action based on or alleging a breach of these Terms must be brought in a federal court located in the Emirate of Dubai. In addition, you agree to submit to the personal jurisdiction and venue of such courts.

a. Notification of Infringement Claims.

If you are a copyright owner or an agent thereof and believe that any user submitted information or other content infringes upon your copyrights, you may submit a notification under the Copyright Terms by providing our Copyright Agent with the following information in writing:

A physical or electronic signature of a person authorized to act on behalf of the owner of an exclusive right that is allegedly infringed;

Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed or, if multiple copyrighted works at a single online site are covered by a single notification, a representative list of such works at that site;

Identification of the material that is claimed to be infringing or to be the subject of infringing activity and that is to be removed or access to which is to be disabled, and information reasonably sufficient to permit the Copyright Agent to locate the material;

Information reasonably sufficient to permit the Copyright Agent to contact you, such as an address, telephone number, and, if available, an electronic mail address;

A statement that you have a good faith belief that use of the material in the manner complained of is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law; and

A statement that the information in the notification is accurate; and under penalty of perjury, that you are authorized to act on behalf of the owner of an exclusive right that is allegedly infringed.

The Institute's designated copyright agent to receive notifications of alleged infringement is: info@readquran.ae.

You acknowledge that your notification may not be valid if you comply with all of the requirements of this section.

6. GENERAL INFORMATION:

a. General

The Institute may make changes to the information, content and/or policies contained on our website and related platforms, or to the offerings and/or services described on this Website/ and related platforms, at any time in its sole discretion, with or without notice. The Institute makes no commitment to update the information contained herein, either for itself or for its users. If any of these Terms shall be held invalid, void or for any reason unenforceable, such provision shall be deemed severable and shall not affect the validity and enforceability of the Terms.

b. How to Contact Us:

If you have any questions about the Terms, or if you would like us to modify or delete any of your personal information that we have collected, you may contact us at info@readquran.ae.