Privacy Policy

gulfio News App
Last Updated: August 19, 2025

Welcome to gulfio, your trusted source for Gulf region news and articles. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and website. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information.

Important: By using gulfio, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not use our services.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you create an account, we may collect personal information such as your name, email address, and profile preferences. This information is used to provide you with a personalized experience on gulfio.

Usage Data

We automatically collect information about how you use our app, including articles you read, time spent reading, your interactions (likes, dislikes), and navigation patterns. This helps us improve our content recommendations and user experience.

Device Information

We may collect information about your device, including device type, operating system, browser type, IP address, and mobile device identifiers to ensure optimal app performance and security.

Analytics Data

We track user activities such as article views, reading duration, and engagement metrics to understand user preferences and improve our content curation algorithms.

2. How We Use Your Information

Content Personalization

We use your reading history, preferences, and engagement data to recommend relevant articles and content that match your interests.

Service Improvement

Your usage data helps us analyze app performance, identify popular content, and enhance our recommendation algorithms to provide better user experiences.

Communication

We may use your contact information to send you important updates about our service, security notices, or changes to our terms and policies.

Analytics and Research

We analyze aggregated, anonymized data to understand reading trends, popular topics, and user behavior patterns to improve our content strategy.

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

Third-Party Services

We may share anonymized, aggregated data with analytics providers and content partners to improve our services. We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of gulfio, our users, or others.

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new entity, subject to the same privacy protections.

4. Data Security

Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security measures including encryption, secure data transmission, and access controls to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to provide our services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

5. Your Rights and Choices

Account Management

You can update, modify, or delete your account information at any time through your profile settings within the app.

Data Access and Portability

You have the right to request access to your personal data and, where applicable, receive a copy of your data in a portable format.

Opt-Out Options

You can opt out of certain data collection practices, such as analytics tracking or personalized recommendations, through your app settings.

Account Deletion

You may request deletion of your account and associated personal data by contacting our support team. Please note that some information may be retained for legal or legitimate business purposes.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Cookie Usage

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, remember your preferences, and analyze app usage patterns.

Analytics Tracking

We may use third-party analytics services to help us understand how users interact with our app and to improve our services.

7. Children's Privacy

Age Restrictions

Our service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

8. International Data Transfers

Cross-Border Processing

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and implement appropriate safeguards.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify users of significant changes through the app or via email.

Continued Use

Your continued use of gulfio after any changes to this Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.

10. Contact Information

Questions and Concerns

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, concerns about your privacy, or requests regarding your personal data, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@gulfio.app

Support: support@gulfio.app

Address: [Your Business Address]