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parentingplus.me  |  Effective July 2026  |  United Arab Emirates

These pages align with UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on Personal Data Protection (PDPL) and applicable UAE e-commerce and cybercrime laws.

Platform Parenting Plus

Website parentingplus.me

Contact editorial@parentingplus.me PLACEHOLDER, FINAL TBC

Governing law United Arab Emirates

Effective date July 2026

Privacy Policy

Last updated: July 2026

Parenting Plus ("we", "us", "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit parentingplus.me (the "Platform") or interact with our content, newsletter, or commercial services. By using the Platform, you agree to the terms of this Policy.

1. Who We Are

Parenting Plus is a digital parenting media platform based in the United Arab Emirates, licensed through Sharjah Publishing City. We publish editorial content, curate family-friendly recommendations, and facilitate commercial partnerships with family-oriented brands and service providers.

2. Legal Framework

We operate in accordance with UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on the Protection of Personal Data (PDPL), Federal Law No. 5 of 2012 on Combating Cybercrimes, and Federal Law No. 1 of 2006 on Electronic Commerce and Transactions. Where our content is accessed internationally, we aim to align with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) where applicable.

3. Information We Collect

3.1 Information you provide

✦ Name and email address when subscribing to our newsletter

✦ Name, email, and message when submitting a contact or inquiry form

✦ Name, content, and photographs when submitting a Love Letter or editorial contribution

✦ Business name, contact details, and inquiry information when submitting a commercial or partnership inquiry

3.2 Information collected automatically

✦ Pages visited and content viewed on the Platform

✦ Device type, browser type, and operating system

✦ IP address and approximate geographic location

✦ Referring source and time and duration of visit

3.3 Information we do not collect

✦ Payment card or banking information. We do not process payments through the Platform

✦ Government identification numbers or biometric data

✦ Sensitive personal data such as health records or political views

4. How We Use Your Information

✦ To deliver our newsletter to opted-in subscribers

✦ To respond to contact form inquiries and editorial submissions

✦ To facilitate commercial partnership conversations

✦ To publish editorial contributions with the consent of the contributor

✦ To analyse Platform performance and improve user experience

✦ To comply with our legal obligations under UAE law

5.Sponsored and Partner Content

All sponsored or partner-produced content is clearly labelled as Sponsored, Partner Content, or Paid Partnership. We do not share your personal data with commercial partners without your explicit consent. Partners do not receive access to subscriber lists or contact form data.

6.Data Sharing and Disclosure

6.1 Service providers

We share data only with trusted third-party providers who help us operate the Platform:

✦ Squarespace: website hosting and analytics

✦ Google Analytics: traffic and usage analytics

✦ ConvertKit or equivalent: newsletter delivery

✦ Hot Fudge Media: social media management and content production

These providers process data only on our behalf and under our instructions.

6.2 Legal requirements

We may disclose personal data if required by UAE law, court order, or a government authority with jurisdiction.

6.3 Business continuity

In the event of a merger or restructuring, your data may be transferred to a successor entity with prior notice to you.

7.Cookies and Analytics

We use essential, analytics, and preference cookies. Analytics cookies are anonymised where possible (Google Analytics, Squarespace Analytics). We do not use cookies for advertising targeting or third-party ad networks. You can manage cookies through your browser settings.

8.Your Rights Under UAE PDPL

Under UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021, you have the right to:

✦ Be informed about how your data is collected and used

✦ Access the personal data we hold about you

✦ Correct inaccurate or incomplete personal data

✦ Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal constraints

✦ Object to or restrict certain types of data processing

✦ Withdraw consent at any time for consent-based processing

✦ File a complaint with the UAE Data Office (dataoffice.ae)

To exercise any right, contact: editorial@parentingplus.me PLACEHOLDER . We will respond within 30 days.

9.Newsletter

Subscribers consent to receiving regular email communications. You may unsubscribe at any time via the link in any email. Unsubscribing does not delete other personal data you have provided.

10.Children's Privacy

Parenting Plus is designed for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 18. If you believe a child has submitted data to us, contact us immediately and we will delete it promptly.

11.Data Retention

✦ Newsletter subscriber data: retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion

✦ Contact form submissions: retained for up to 24 months

✦ Analytics data: retained in aggregated, anonymised form

✦ Published editorial contributions: retained as published content unless removal is requested

12.Data Security

We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your data including SSL encryption, restricted internal access, and password-protected systems. In the event of a data breach, we will notify you and relevant UAE authorities as required by law.

13.Third-Party Links

The Platform may link to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their policies before providing personal information.

14.Changes to This Policy

We may update this Policy periodically. Material changes will be indicated by an updated date at the top of this page. Continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.

15.Contact Us

Parenting Plus

editorial@parentingplus.me PLACEHOLDER, FINAL TBC  |  parentingplus.me

Licensed through Sharjah Publishing City, UAE

Terms and Conditions

Last updated: July 2026

By accessing or using parentingplus.me (the "Platform"), you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions ("Terms"). If you do not agree, please do not use the Platform.

1.About the Platform

Parenting Plus is a digital parenting media platform operated by Parenting Plus, a media venture licensed through Sharjah Publishing City in the United Arab Emirates. We publish editorial articles, curated recommendations, a directory of family services, and community content.

2.Eligibility

The Platform is intended for users aged 18 and older. By using the Platform, you confirm you meet this requirement or are accessing it under the supervision of a parent or guardian who has agreed to these Terms.

3.Permitted Use

You may use the Platform for personal, non-commercial purposes. You may not:

✦ Reproduce, distribute, or republish our content without written permission

✦ Scrape, extract, or systematically copy data from the Platform

✦ Circumvent any security measures or access controls

✦ Submit any content that is unlawful, defamatory, harassing, obscene, or harmful

✦ Impersonate Parenting Plus, its team, or any other person or entity

✦ Use the Platform in any way that violates UAE federal or local law

4. Intellectual Property

All original content on the Platform, including articles, guides, graphics, logos, brand elements, and directory copy, is the intellectual property of Parenting Plus or its contributors, protected under UAE intellectual property law.

✦ You may share links to our content and quote brief excerpts with clear attribution

✦ You may not reproduce our content in full without our prior written consent

✦ Our logo and brand marks may not be used without express written permission

5.User-Submitted Content

By submitting a Love Letter, article, photograph, or other content to Parenting Plus, you:

✦ Confirm the content is your original work and does not infringe third-party rights

✦ Grant Parenting Plus a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide licence to publish and promote your submission

✦ Acknowledge Parenting Plus may lightly edit your submission while preserving your voice

✦ Understand Parenting Plus may decline any submission at its editorial discretion

✦ Confirm individuals depicted in photographs have consented to their use

You retain ownership of your submitted content. Parenting Plus will not sell your personal submission to third parties without your consent.

6.Editorial Independence and Sponsored Content

✦ All sponsored or partner content is clearly labelled as Sponsored, Partner Content, or Paid Partnership

✦ Commercial partnerships do not influence our independent editorial opinions or recommendations

✦ Parenting Plus does not guarantee positive reviews or editorial coverage in exchange for payment

✦ Paid directory listings are clearly distinguished from independently curated recommendations

7.Accuracy of Information

Content on the Platform is provided for general informational purposes. We do not warrant that content is complete, current, or error-free.

✦ Health, legal, financial, and child safety content does not constitute professional advice. Always seek qualified professional guidance

✦ Details about businesses, venues, clinics, schools, and services may change. Verify directly with the provider

✦ Parenting Plus accepts no liability for decisions made in reliance on Platform content

8.Third-Party Links

Links to third-party websites are provided for convenience only. Parenting Plus does not endorse or accept responsibility for the content or practices of third-party sites. You are subject to their terms and policies upon clicking through.

9.Newsletter

Newsletter subscribers consent to regular email communications and may unsubscribe at any time via the link in any email. Parenting Plus will not share email addresses with third parties for marketing purposes without explicit consent.

10.Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by UAE law, Parenting Plus and its founders, partners, and team members shall not be liable for:

✦ Direct, indirect, or consequential loss arising from your use of the Platform

✦ Errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in Platform content

✦ Actions taken in reliance on Platform content

✦ Platform interruptions caused by maintenance, technical issues, or circumstances beyond our control

Our total liability to any user shall not exceed AED 500 or the amount paid by that user to Parenting Plus in the preceding twelve months, whichever is lower.

11. Indemnity

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Parenting Plus, its founders, partners, and team members from any claims, losses, or liabilities arising from your use of the Platform in breach of these Terms, content you submit that infringes third-party rights, or your violation of UAE law.

12.Platform Availability

We aim to keep the Platform available at all times but do not guarantee uninterrupted access. We accept no liability for losses resulting from Platform downtime.

13.Changes to the Platform and Terms

Parenting Plus reserves the right to modify or discontinue any part of the Platform and to update these Terms at any time. Revised Terms take effect immediately upon posting. Continued use constitutes acceptance.

14.Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by the laws of the United Arab Emirates. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Dubai, UAE. We encourage direct contact in the first instance to resolve concerns informally.

15.Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, it will be limited to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions will continue in full force.

16.Contact

Parenting Plus

editorial@parentingplus.me PLACEHOLDER, FINAL TBC  |  parentingplus.me

Licensed through Sharjah Publishing City, UAE