Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 13 April 2026

i8core FZE ("we," "our," or "us") is a strategic advisory and intelligence firm registered in Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone, United Arab Emirates. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information when you visit our website, use our services, or otherwise interact with us.

By accessing our website or engaging our services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

1.1 Information You Provide

• Full name, job title, and organisation name
• Email address, phone number, and postal address
• Information submitted through our contact forms, email correspondence, or during consultations
• Any additional details you voluntarily provide in the course of engaging our advisory services

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

• IP address and approximate geographic location
• Browser type, operating system, and device information
• Pages visited, time spent on pages, and navigation patterns
• Referring website or source that directed you to our site

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for the following purposes:

• Service Delivery: To provide strategic advisory, intelligence, and consultancy services as requested by you or your organisation
• Communication: To respond to enquiries, send relevant updates, and maintain professional correspondence
• Website Improvement: To analyse usage patterns and improve the functionality, content, and user experience of our website
• Legal & Regulatory Compliance: To meet our obligations under applicable UAE laws and regulations, including those governing free zone entities
• Business Operations: To manage our internal records, accounting, and administrative functions
• Security: To detect, prevent, and address technical issues, fraud, or unauthorised access

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

3. Data Protection & Security

i8core FZE takes the protection of your data seriously. We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to safeguard personal information against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encrypted data transmission (SSL/TLS) across our website
• Restricted access to personal data on a need-to-know basis among authorised personnel
• Regular security reviews and updates to our systems and processes
• Secure storage of physical and digital records in accordance with industry best practices

While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but are committed to maintaining the highest practicable standards.

4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device when you visit a website.

4.1 Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Required for the basic functionality of our website, such as navigation and access to secure areas
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting information about pages visited, time on site, and traffic sources
• Preference Cookies: Allow our website to remember choices you have made, such as language or region, to provide a more personalised experience

4.2 Managing Cookies

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website. Most browsers allow you to view, manage, and delete cookies through their settings or preferences menu.

5. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party service providers to support the operation of our website and business. These providers may have access to personal information only to the extent necessary to perform their functions and are obligated to maintain its confidentiality. Third-party services we may use include:

• Website Hosting: For the secure hosting and delivery of our website
• Analytics Providers: To collect and analyse anonymised website usage data
• Email & Communication Platforms: To manage professional correspondence and enquiry responses
• Cloud Storage: For the secure storage of business and client-related data

We do not share personal information with third parties for their own independent marketing or advertising purposes. Any third-party service providers we engage are vetted and required to comply with applicable data protection standards.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by applicable laws and regulations. Specifically:

• Enquiry Data: Information submitted through contact forms or email is retained for up to 24 months following our last interaction, unless a longer retention period is required for legal or contractual reasons
• Client Data: Information related to active or past advisory engagements is retained in accordance with our contractual obligations and applicable regulatory requirements
• Website Analytics Data: Anonymised analytics data may be retained indefinitely for trend analysis and website improvement purposes

When personal data is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymised in accordance with our data management procedures.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: You may request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
• Correction: You may request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal data
• Deletion: You may request the deletion of your personal data, subject to any legal or contractual obligations that require us to retain it
• Restriction: You may request that we restrict the processing of your personal data under certain circumstances
• Objection: You may object to the processing of your personal data for specific purposes, including direct marketing
• Data Portability: Where applicable, you may request a copy of your data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided below. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable laws.

8. International Data Transfers

As a firm with operational reach across the UAE, Africa, Europe, and Asia, your personal information may be transferred to and processed in jurisdictions outside your country of residence. Where such transfers occur, we take appropriate measures to ensure your data is protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable data protection regulations.

9. Children's Privacy

Our website and services are not directed at individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected data from a minor, we will take prompt steps to delete such information.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or operational needs. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

11. Contact Information

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

• Company: i8core FZE
• Location: Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
• Email: info@i8core.com

We are committed to addressing your enquiries promptly and in good faith.