KSA PDPL & GOOGLE ADSENSE COMPLIANT
Privacy Policy
Effective Date: February 20, 2026 | Document Version: 4.0.1
1. Comprehensive Introduction
Welcome to SaudiFursa.com (referred to as "the Site", "we", "us", or "our"). This Privacy Policy is the definitive legal document outlining our commitment to the privacy of our users. As a premier classifieds marketplace operating within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, we understand the sensitivity of personal information. Our platform is built on the principles of transparency, security, and user control.
This policy applies to all visitors, registered users, and advertisers who access SaudiFursa via desktop, mobile web, or any future applications. By interacting with our platform, you formally agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. We have structured this document to comply with the Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) of Saudi Arabia and the mandatory requirements set forth by Google AdSense.
2. Detailed Data Collection Protocols
SaudiFursa collects information to provide, maintain, and improve our services. We categorize collected data into three primary streams:
2.1. Information Provided by You
- Registration & Profile Media: During account creation, we collect your name, email address, and mobile number. Furthermore, we collect and store User Profile Pictures. These images are used to enhance the credibility of your listings and are stored on our secure cloud servers.
- Advertisement Metadata: When you post a "Fursa" (Opportunity), we collect the title, description, high-resolution product/service images, pricing, and specific district-level location data.
- Verification Credentials: For users seeking the Verified Blue Tick (Verified Badge), we may collect secondary identification data or conduct phone-based authentication. This data is handled through a restricted "Privacy-First" manual review process.
2.2. Automated Information Collection
As you navigate our marketplace, we automatically collect technical data including your Internet Protocol (IP) address, browser version, operating system, and time-stamped log files. We use this to prevent DDoS attacks and identify fraudulent "bot" accounts attempting to scrape our classifieds data.
3. Google AdSense & Third-Party Advertising
This section is mandatory for Google AdSense compliance: SaudiFursa.com utilizes Google AdSense, a third-party advertising service provided by Google Inc. Google uses various technologies to serve ads based on your interest and previous browsing history.
- Cookies & Web Beacons: Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on a user's prior visits to your website or other websites.
- The DART Cookie: Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads to your users based on their visit to your sites and/or other sites on the Internet.
- Opt-Out Options: Users may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Ads Settings. Alternatively, you can opt out of a third-party vendor's use of cookies for personalized advertising by visiting www.aboutads.info.
4. Use of Profile Pictures & Verified Badges
Trust is the currency of a successful marketplace. To facilitate this, we implement specific features:
- Profile Picture Management: Your uploaded photo is used as a visual identifier. By uploading a photo, you grant SaudiFursa a non-exclusive license to display this image next to your ads. You may change or delete this photo at any time via your Account Settings.
- The Verified Badge (Blue Tick): The blue tick is a mark of authenticity. It signifies that the account holder has undergone a verification check by our security team. The data used for this verification is encrypted and is never sold or shared with third-party advertisers.
5. KSA Legal Framework (PDPL Compliance)
Operating under the Saudi Data and AI Authority (SDAIA) regulations, we respect the following rights of our users within the Kingdom:
- Right to Knowledge: You have the right to know the specific purpose for which your data is processed.
- Right to Access: You may request a digital export of your data at any time.
- Right to Correction: Users can rectify any inaccurate personal data through the dashboard.
- Right to Erasure: Upon request, we will delete your account and all associated media (images/ads), subject to Saudi legal retention requirements for financial records.
6. Data Security & Cybersecurity
We employ 256-bit SSL encryption for all data transmissions. Our databases are protected by multi-layered firewalls. In the event of a suspected data breach, we follow a strict notification protocol to inform affected users and the relevant Saudi authorities within the statutory timeframe.
7. Contact Information
For any inquiries regarding this policy or to exercise your data rights, please contact our Data Protection Officer (DPO) at: admin@saudifursa.com