Privacy Policy

Kalessie (Rihala F.Z.C.) — Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 09 October 2025


1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how Rihala F.Z.C. (T/A Kalessie) (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal data when you visit www.kalessie.com or interact with our services.
We are the Data Controller responsible for your information and operate in full compliance with:

      UAE Federal Decree Law No. 45 of 2021 on Personal Data Protection (PDPL), and

      Ajman Free Zone E-Commerce Regulations.

By using our Site, you consent to the practices described in this Policy.

2. Data Collected

We only collect information necessary to fulfill your orders and improve our services:

      Identity Data: Name, email address (support@kalessie.com).

      Transaction Data: Products purchased, purchase date, delivery address (B.C. 1306394, Ajman Free Zone C1 Building).

      Financial Data: Partial payment details (handled securely by Mamo Pay, Tap Payments, and Stripe UAE – we never store card numbers).

      Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and cookies usage statistics.

3. Use of Personal Data

We process your data lawfully and only for the following purposes:

      To process and deliver orders, returns, and refunds.

      To manage secure payments and prevent fraud.

      To communicate about orders, support, and service updates.

      To comply with UAE legal obligations (tax, AML regulations).

      To enhance the user experience and website performance.
We do not process data for any purpose inconsistent with these uses.

4. Data Storage and Protection

Your data is stored on secure servers located in the UAE or in jurisdictions offering adequate levels of data protection.
We apply organizational and technical safeguards — encryption, firewalls, access controls — to prevent unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.

5. Cross-Border Transfers

If personal data is transferred outside the UAE (for example, to payment processors or cloud providers), it will only be sent to countries recognized as providing adequate data protection or under contractual arrangements meeting PDPL requirements.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfil contractual or legal purposes — typically no longer than five (5) years after the transaction — unless a longer period is required by law (e.g., accounting records).

7. Cookies Policy

We use cookies to enhance site performance and analyze traffic. You can disable cookies in your browser settings; however, some features may not function properly.

8. Disclosure of Personal Data

We may share your data with trusted partners strictly for business operations:

      Payment processors: Mamo Pay, Tap Payments, Stripe UAE.

      Courier partners: Aramex and other licensed delivery services.

      Regulatory bodies: Ajman Free Zone Authority or UAE authorities if legally required.
All partners operate under confidentiality and data-processing agreements.

9. Marketing and Consent

We will only send marketing emails or promotions if you explicitly opt in. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link or emailing support@kalessie.com. We never sell or rent data to third parties.

10. Your Rights under PDPL (and GDPR for EU Residents)

You have the right to:

      Access your data and obtain a copy.

      Correct inaccurate or incomplete information.

      Restrict or Object to processing in certain circumstances.

      Erase your data (“Right to be Forgotten”).

      Port your data to another controller.
To exercise these rights, email support@kalessie.com with the subject line “Data Request – Kalessie.”

11. Complaints and Contact

If you believe your data has been processed in violation of the PDPL, you may contact our Data Protection Officer via support@kalessie.com or file a complaint with the UAE Data Office.

12. Policy Updates

We may revise this Policy from time to time. All updates will be published on this page with the new effective date. Continued use of the Site implies acceptance of the revised policy.

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