Privacy Policy

Last updated: 05 August 2025

Introduction

We, Nearbys Marketing Management F.Z.E, a Free Zone Establishment with limited liability organized and existing under the laws of Ajman Free Zone, United Arab Emirates ("UAE") with Trade License Number 43105, having our registered address at Office - C1 - 1F - SF11588, Ajman Free Zone, Ajman, UAE, contact number +971 50 988 0960, and official email admin@nearbys.online, respect the privacy of all our users and are committed to protecting personal data collected through www.nearbys.online, its affiliate websites, and associated mobile applications.

This privacy policy ("Privacy Policy") sets out the basis on which we collect and use any of your personal data, either collected directly from you or from other sources in connection with your access and use of the Platforms or any services provided by us, including newsletters and any social media functions on the Platforms (collectively, the "Services"). By using the Platforms and Services, you agree to the collection and handling of your personal data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

1. WE DO NOT COLLECT CHILDREN'S DATA

Our Platforms are not intended for anyone who has not attained the age of majority as per the applicable laws. However, we cannot prevent users from misrepresenting their age. If you are a parent or guardian and believe we have collected information about your child, contact us immediately at admin@nearbys.online.

2. WHAT PERSONAL DATA DO WE COLLECT FROM AND/OR ABOUT YOU?

We do not collect or process personal data directly unless required for specific functionalities. Data may be collected via third-party platforms (e.g., Shopify, payment providers), including:

Identity data: Full name
Contact data: Email address, phone number, delivery address
Transaction data: Payment method, order details
Technical data: IP address, browser/device info (via third-party platforms)

We use browser location only to suggest nearby stores. This location data is stored locally in your device and is not sent to our servers.

3. HOW DO WE COLLECT PERSONAL DATA ABOUT YOU?

Indirectly: When you place orders, make payments, or provide contact info through third-party platforms.
Automatically: Through your browser's request to share location (locally stored only).

4. WHAT PURPOSES DO WE COLLECT YOUR PERSONAL DATA FOR?

To fulfill your orders and process payments.
To display relevant nearby store listings.
To comply with legal requirements.

We do not use your data for advertising or analytics.

5. HOW WE USE YOUR PERSONAL DATA?

We use your data:

To fulfill contracts (e.g., deliver your order).
To comply with UAE legal obligations.
For minimal browser-based location functionality.

6. WHO DO WE SHARE YOUR PERSONAL DATA WITH?

We do not sell your personal data. Your data may be shared only with the following service providers:

Shopify (for online store and checkout)
Payment gateways (e.g., Tap, Foloosi)
Delivery providers (if applicable)

7. HOW DO WE STORE AND HOW LONG DO WE STORE YOUR PERSONAL DATA?

We do not store any personal data ourselves. Shopify and payment platforms manage your data according to their retention policies.

8. WHAT SECURITY MEASURES DO WE APPLY?

We rely on the secure systems and protocols of Shopify and our payment partners. We do not maintain our own user data storage.

9. WHAT ARE YOUR DATA SUBJECT RIGHTS?

To access, modify, or delete your data, you may contact the third-party platforms used (e.g., Shopify). You may also email us at admin@nearbys.online for guidance.

10. HOW DO WE CHANGE OUR PRIVACY POLICY?

We may update this policy as needed. Changes will be posted on our website with the latest date. Continued use constitutes acceptance.

11. CONTACT US

If you have questions, contact us at:
Email: admin@nearbys.online
Phone: +971 50 988 0960
Address: Office - C1 - 1F - SF11588, Ajman Free Zone, UAE