Privacy Policy

The National Institute for Disabled Services (NIFD) is committed to protecting your privacy and the security of your personal information. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information you provide when using our website.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

We collect information that you provide directly when:

• Registering in electronic forms (such as the Quran Competition form)
• Contacting us via email
• Subscribing to newsletters (if available)
• Participating in events or training programs

1.2 Automatic Browsing Information

We may automatically collect information about your visit, including:

• Internet Protocol (IP) address
• Browser type and operating system
• Pages visited and time spent
• Referring source (website you came from)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for the following purposes:

• Service Delivery: Process your requests and register for programs and events
• Communication: Respond to your inquiries and send requested information
• Improvement: Develop and improve our services and website
• Statistics: Generate statistical reports that do not identify individuals
• Legal Compliance: Comply with applicable laws and regulations

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

We may share your information only in the following cases:

• Government Agencies: When legally required or to comply with legal procedures
• Partner Centers: Only necessary information to provide requested services
• Service Providers: Companies that help us operate the website (hosting, analytics) who are committed to protecting your privacy
• Emergencies: To protect individual safety or public security

4. Data Protection and Security

We take appropriate security measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Data encryption using SSL/TLS protocol (HTTPS)
• Restricting access to personal information to authorized personnel only
• Using secure servers protected by firewalls
• Regular review and update of security practices
• Training staff on data protection policies

5. Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve the browsing experience and collect information about website usage.

Types of Cookies Used:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for basic website operation
• Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use the site
• Functionality Cookies: Save your preferences (such as language selection)

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

6. Your Rights Regarding Your Information

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of the information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (within legal limits)
• Objection: Object to processing of your information in certain cases
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw your consent to process your information at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided at the end of this policy.

7. Data Retention Period

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. When no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize the information.

Typical retention periods:

• Program registration data: Until program completion + 5 years (for archiving)
• Email messages: 3 years from last contact
• Browsing data: 24 months from collection date

8. Children's Privacy

Our website is directed to the general public and does not target children under 13 years of age. If you are under 13, please obtain parental consent before providing any personal information.

If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information as soon as possible.

9. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these sites. We recommend reading the privacy policies of any website you visit.

10. Changes to Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will post any changes on this page and update the "Last Updated" date at the top.

Material changes will be communicated through a prominent notice on the website or via email (if you have provided your email address).

11. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal information based on:

• Your Consent: When you voluntarily provide information
• Legal Obligation: To comply with Bahraini laws and regulations
• Public Interest: Fulfilling our duties as a government institution
• Legitimate Interests: Improving and developing our services