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The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) in the State of Qatar is the government entity responsible for regulating and developing the information and communication technology (ICT) sector in Qatar.

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Privacy Policy

The Digital Station Portal (DSP), operated by the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology (MCIT), Qatar, is committed to safeguarding your privacy and protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your information.

By creating an account or using the DSP, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

Account Information:

When you create an account, we collect personal information, such as your name, email address, and other details provided during registration.

Usage Data:

We may collect data on how you interact with the DSP, such as login activity, page views, and time spent on the platform.

Communications:

Information you provide when contacting support or submitting inquiries.

Cookies and Similar Technologies:

DSP may use cookies to enhance your experience and collect analytics. Refer to our Cookie Policy for more details.

How We Use Your Information

Service Delivery:

To provide and manage your access to the DSP.

Improvement:

To analyze usage patterns and enhance platform functionality.

Compliance:

To comply with legal and regulatory requirements, including data protection laws.

Communication:

To respond to inquiries and notify you of changes to the platform or policies.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

With Government Entities:

Your data may be shared with other Qatari government agencies to facilitate service delivery and compliance, as outlined in the Data Management Policy.

Third-Party Processors:

MCIT does not share personal information with third parties for commercial purposes. However, authorized service providers may process data on MCIT’s behalf to support platform operations.

Legal Requirements:

Personal data may be disclosed when required by law or to protect MCIT’s legal rights.

Data Retention and Disposal

Retention:

Your data will be retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by Qatari law.

Disposal:

When data is no longer required, it will be securely deleted or anonymized to prevent unauthorized access or misuse.

Security of Your Data

MCIT implements robust technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.

MCIT is committed to maintaining the highest standards of data security and continuously monitors and updates measures to protect user data.

External Links

DSP may include links to external websites. MCIT is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites.

Updates to this Privacy Policy

MCIT reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be effective immediately upon posting to the DSP.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or specific requests regarding your data, please visit the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology (MCIT) website and use the available contact options:

https://www.mcit.gov.qa