Who we are and scope

This Privacy Policy explains how Marjan ("we", "our", "us") collects, uses, discloses, and protects personal data when you visit or interact with our website (the "Website"). It applies to all visitors and users of the Website. We process personal data in accordance with applicable law in the United Arab Emirates, including the UAE Personal Data Protection Law (Federal Decree‑Law No. 45 of 2021).

What data we collect

We may collect:

• • Information you provide: name, email, phone, job/application details, and any information you submit in forms, enquiries, or correspondence.

  • Technical & usage data: IP address, device/browser type, pages visited, time/date, referring URLs, general location (derived from IP), and similar identifiers.

  • Cookie and tracking data: see Section 6 – Cookies & similar technologies.

How we obtain your data

• • Direct interactions: when you complete forms, email us, call us, apply for roles, or submit complaints/requests.

  • Automated means: via cookies, logs, analytics, and similar technologies used to operate and secure the Website.

Our lawful bases for processing

We only process personal data where a lawful basis applies. Depending on the activity, we rely on one or more of the following:

• • Consent (e.g., marketing communications, non‑essential cookies).

  • Contractual necessity (e.g., responding to enquiries you submit or processing job applications).

  • Legal obligations (e.g., compliance with laws/regulatory requirements).

  • Legitimate interests (e.g., operating, securing, and improving the Website in a manner proportionate to user expectations).

Purposes of use

We use personal data to:

• • Operate, secure, and improve the Website and its functionality.

  • Respond to enquiries, requests, complaints, and recruitment communications.

  • Manage applications (jobs/internships) and follow‑up actions.

  • Comply with legal obligations and exercise legal rights.

Cookies & similar technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to remember preferences, measure performance, and enhance your experience. Strictly necessary cookies operate without consent. Analytics/marketing cookies are only activated after you provide consent via our cookie banner and preferences center. For EU/EEA visitors, prior opt‑in consent is required for non‑essential cookies; we apply the same standard globally for consistency and user trust.

Your controls: You can accept, reject, or customize cookie categories through our banner at first visit and revisit preferences at any time via the footer link. You can also set your browser to block or delete cookies (note: some features may not work if necessary cookies are disabled). 

Disclosure of your data

We may share personal data with: group entities and service providers (e.g., hosting, security, analytics, HR/recruitment, professional advisers) who act on our instructions and are bound by confidentiality and data protection obligations; and with authorities and courts where required by law. We do not sell personal data.

International transfers & storage location

Personal data is primarily stored in the UAE. Where we transfer personal data outside the UAE (for example, to a service provider in another country), we will use transfer mechanisms and safeguards permitted under applicable law and ensure a level of protection consistent with UAE requirements.

Security

We apply technical and organizational measures designed to protect personal data against unauthorized access, use, disclosure, alteration, or loss, and we review controls periodically.

Data retention

We retain personal data only for as long as needed to achieve the purposes in this Policy, meet legal/regulatory requirements, and resolve disputes. Where feasible, we pseudonymise or anonymise data and maintain archival or statistical records in compliance with applicable law. Retention periods vary by context and will be documented internally based on necessity and law.

Your rights

Subject to applicable law, you have the right to receive information about our processing, access your personal data, request correction or erasure, restrict or stop processing, request transfer (portability) of your data, and object to automated processing where relevant. You may also withdraw consent at any time for activities relying on consent; withdrawal does not affect prior lawful processing. To exercise rights, contact us using Section 12. You may lodge a complaint with the UAE Data Office or competent authority if you believe your rights have been infringed.

Contact us

For privacy queries or to exercise your rights, contact: info@marjan.ae (subject line: “Privacy”). 

Changes to this Policy

We may update this Policy from time to time to reflect legal, technical, or business developments. Continued use of the Website after changes indicates acceptance of any changes.