Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

We may collect several types of information from and about users of our website, including:

• Contact information (such as name, email address, mailing address, and phone number)
• Account information (such as username and password)
• Transaction information (such as payment details, purchase history, and shipping information)
• Profile information (such as preferences, product interests, and demographic information)
• Communications (such as customer service inquiries and survey responses)

1.2 Usage Information

We may automatically collect certain information about your equipment, browsing actions, and patterns when you interact with our website, including:

• Log information (such as IP address, browser type, operating system, referring pages, and access times)
• Device information (such as device identifiers, location information, and mobile network information)
• Usage data (such as traffic data, communication data, and the resources that you access and use on the website)
• Cookies and similar technologies (as described in our Cookie Policy)

2. How We Collect Information

2.1 Direct Collection

We collect information directly from you when you:

• Register for an account
• Place an order
• Subscribe to a newsletter
• Fill out a form
• Participate in a survey or promotion
• Contact customer service
• Submit a model application or portfolio
• Request a booking or service

2.2 Indirect Collection

We may collect information about you indirectly through:

• Cookies and tracking technologies
• Third-party sources (such as business partners, service providers, and publicly available sources)
• Analytics providers
• Social media platforms (if you interact with our social media accounts or use social media logins)

3. How We Use Your Information

We may use the information we collect for various purposes, including to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our website and services
• Process and fulfill your orders, bookings, and other transactions
• Create and manage your account
• Communicate with you about our services, promotions, events, and other news
• Respond to your inquiries, comments, or concerns
• Conduct research and analysis to improve our services and understand user preferences
• Monitor and analyze usage patterns and trends
• Protect against, identify, and prevent fraud and other illegal activities
• Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms and policies
• Match models with appropriate opportunities and clients
• Promote models to potential clients when appropriate
• Manage model portfolios, bookings, and professional relationships

4. Special Considerations for Models and Talent

For individuals who apply to be represented by Fashion Oasis Dubai or who are currently represented models:

4.1 Additional Information We Collect

We may collect additional information necessary for model representation, including:

• Physical attributes (such as height, measurements, hair color, and eye color)
• Photographs and videos for portfolio purposes
• Professional experience and skills
• Availability and scheduling information
• Legal documentation (such as identification, visa information, and work permits)
• Banking details for payment processing

4.2 How We Use Model Information

In addition to the general uses described above, we may use model information to:

• Present and market models to potential clients
• Create and maintain online and printed portfolios
• Match models with appropriate job opportunities
• Process bookings and manage schedules
• Comply with industry regulations and legal requirements
• Process payments and manage financial accounts
• Develop and manage the professional career of represented talent

4.3 Model Portfolio Display and Marketing

By submitting your information and portfolio materials to Fashion Oasis Dubai, you grant us permission to use your photographs, videos, and professional information for promotional purposes, including displaying them on our website, social media accounts, and sharing them with potential clients. If you wish to limit or modify how your portfolio is displayed, please contact us directly.

5. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information with the following parties:

5.1 Service Providers

We may share your information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as:

• Payment processors
• Website hosting providers
• IT and system administration providers
• Customer service providers
• Marketing and analytics providers
• Professional advisers (such as lawyers, bankers, auditors, and insurers)

5.2 Business Partners

We may share your information with business partners, such as:

• Clients seeking models for campaigns, events, or other projects
• Partner agencies in other markets for international opportunities
• Photographers, stylists, and other creative professionals involved in productions

5.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information when we believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to:

• Comply with applicable law, regulation, or legal process
• Protect the rights, property, or safety of Fashion Oasis Dubai, our users, or others
• Enforce our terms of service or other agreements
• Prevent fraud or illegal activity

5.4 Business Transfers

If Fashion Oasis Dubai is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of its assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you via email and/or a prominent notice on our Website of any change in ownership or uses of your personal information, as well as any choices you may have regarding your personal information.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized or unlawful processing, accidental loss, destruction, or damage. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

We limit access to your personal information to those employees, agents, contractors, and third parties who have a business need to know. They are subject to duties of confidentiality and will only process your personal information on our instructions.

We have procedures in place to deal with any suspected personal data breach and will notify you and any applicable regulator of a breach where we are legally required to do so.

7. Data Retention

We will retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which we collected it, including for the purposes of satisfying any legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.

To determine the appropriate retention period for personal information, we consider:

• The amount, nature, and sensitivity of the personal information
• The potential risk of harm from unauthorized use or disclosure
• The purposes for which we process the information
• Whether we can achieve those purposes through other means
• Applicable legal requirements

For models and talent who have been represented by Fashion Oasis Dubai, we may retain certain information for longer periods to comply with industry standards, contractual obligations, and to maintain professional records.

8. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information. These may include rights to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Object to or restrict the processing of your information
• Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
• Request the transfer of your information to another party

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below. We may need to request specific information from you to help us confirm your identity and ensure your right to access your personal information.

8.1 Marketing Communications

You can opt out of receiving marketing communications from us by:

• Clicking the "unsubscribe" link in the emails we send
• Contacting us directly using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section
• Adjusting your communication preferences in your account settings

Please note that even if you opt out of marketing communications, we may still send you non-promotional messages related to your account or our ongoing business relations.

8.2 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Most web browsers are set to accept cookies by default. You can usually choose to set your browser to remove or reject cookies. Please note that if you choose to remove or reject cookies, this could affect the availability and functionality of our website.

9. International Data Transfers

Fashion Oasis Dubai is based in the United Arab Emirates, but we may transfer, store, and process your information in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that are different from those in your country.

When we transfer personal information outside of your country, we take appropriate safeguards to ensure the protection of your personal information in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable law.

10. Children's Privacy

Our website and services are not intended for children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will delete such information from our systems.

For modeling opportunities for individuals under 18, a parent or legal guardian must provide consent and manage the relationship with Fashion Oasis Dubai on the minor's behalf, in accordance with applicable laws regarding child performers and young models.

11. Third-Party Links and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, services, or applications that are not operated by us. When you click on a third-party link, you will be directed to that third party's site. We strongly advise you to review the privacy policy of every site you visit.

We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

• Fashion Oasis Dubai LLC
• Attention: Data Privacy Officer
• Dubai Media City, Building 5, Office 204
• Dubai, UAE
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: +971-4-123-4567

We will respond to your inquiry as soon as possible and within the timeframe prescribed by applicable law.