Welcome to Mubakab’s Privacy Policy

Welcome to Mubakab, the only legal knowledge portal that provides its users with comprehensive, up-to-date, and easily accessible legal information. We recognize that your privacy is important to you and that you care about how your personal information is collected and handled. This Privacy Policy describes how Mubakab (herein also referred to as “we” or “us”) manages your information when you access www.Mubakab.com (the “Website”). Protecting the security and privacy of our users is very important to Mubakab, as is earning your trust. That’s why our Privacy Policy is transparent and useful to you in learning more about your choices and rights related to our handling of your information. Please study this Privacy Policy carefully to get an insight into Mubakab’s privacy practices, how we manage your information, and what rights you have.

Who are we

Mubakab is an online portal maintained by experienced lawyers, law professors, and legal researchers. We aim to simplify the otherwise hard to comprehend legal information for people from every background. Mubakab provides a general coverage of all legal matters with carefully researched articles, in-depth guides, qualified responses from attorneys, and continuous updates on the most important trends and changes of law in the United States. Mubakab welcomes law students, legal professionals, businesses, and the average person to use this site. Mubakab is run by its devoted team from 555 12th St Ste 43, Oakland CA 94607 and can be contacted on (510) 403-9321 and [email protected].

What this Privacy Policy covers

This Privacy Policy applies to all users of Mubakab.com and its sub-domains, including site visitors, subscribers, and member contributors. It outlines the methods by which we collect and utilize information about you through our website, email services, subscription services, and other interactions within our network. By accessing any services provided by Mubakab, you consent to the practices and policies detailed in this statement. If you do not accept our policies and practices, we kindly ask that you refrain from using our services.

The information we collect

To enable us to provide you with high quality legal resources and a customized user experience, Mubakab collects the following types of information:

• We may collect personal information – such as your name, email address, telephone number, member profile information, and professional information – when you subscribe to Mubakab alerts and news items, register for use of the site, contact us or otherwise interact with site features that require personal information.
• We automatically log certain usage data, such as your IP address, browser type and version, device type (e.g., desktop computer, tablet device), pages viewed on the site, time spent on web pages, referring and exit webpages, click stream data, date and time stamps, and next requested URL. We use this information to understand the behavior of visitors to our site in order to allow us to improve our service.
• Mubakab uses browser cookies, web beacons (also known as clear GIFs or pixel tags), and similar tracking technologies to improve your browser experience on our site; remember your preferences; collect data for aggregate, anonymous analytics regarding observed site use; to provide targeted activity updates; send you relevant ads; or other content that Mubakab or third parties believe will be of interest to you.
• If you voluntarily send us non-mandatory information (such as your feedback about our site or participation in customer surveys), we may use said information to satisfy your requests and improve our services.

How we use your information

Mubakab uses the information we collect for various business purposes, including the following legitimate business purposes:

• Delivery of our services and website functionality.
• Personalization of our services, such as tailored content relevant to your interests.
• Communications with you regarding notices, newsletters, legal alerts, and other promotional materials (where you have opted in).
• Responding to your inquiries, feedback and support requests.
• Research, analytics, and data analysis for improvement of our resources and user experiences.
• Security, integrity, and proper functioning of our platform.
• Meeting legal requirements and enforcing our terms and policies.

How we are lawfully able to process your personal data

Mubakab processes your personal information based on one or more of the following legal grounds:

• Your consent, which you provide when you opt in to receive updates or provide us with personal information.
• Processing carried out pursuant to the necessity of processing the personal information for performance of a contract (for example, providing services you request).
• The legitimate interests pursued by Mubakab in the continuous improvement of our offerings, ensuring security, quality, and user engagement.
• Legal and regulatory obligations that we are subject to for our operation.

Cookies and Other Tracking Technologies

Mubakab employs cookies and other similar site tracking tools to gather data about your interactions with our site. Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device to remember your preferences, improve navigation, and analyze how you use the site. We utilize session and persistent cookies to:

• Authenticate users and allow us to manage sessions.
• Remember your preferences and language settings.
• Capture analytics data so we can optimize the site.
• Provide custom content and measure the effectiveness of our communications.

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings, however some functions of Mubakab.com may not work without these. For more details, please see our Cookie Policy.

How we share and disclose information

Mubakab takes your privacy seriously. We will not sell, rent or trade your Personal Information to any third party for their promotional purposes. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

• Service Providers: We collaborate with trusted third-party companies, individuals, agents, and contractors to perform functions on our behalf including hosting and related functions, analytics, email distribution, and provision of technical support. These third-party service providers are contractually required to maintain the confidentiality of the information we share with them and use it only for expressly permitted purposes.
• Compliance with law or legal processes: Mubakab may disclose your information in order to detect, prevent, or otherwise address fraud, representative state bodies or authorities, or if Mubakab believes it is necessary to comply with law, legal process, or other governmental requirements.
• Business Transfers: Your information may be transferred as part of any merger, sale of assets of Mubakab, restructuring or financing of Mubakab or its affiliated assets whether fully or partly subject to adequate protection for privacy.
• Protecting rights: Mubakab may access and/or share Personal Information if Mubakab believes it is necessary in order to protect the rights, property, or safety of Mubakab, our users, or others.

Other websites

We sometimes have links from our website to websites, content and other resources that are not controlled by us (“Third Party Materials”). We cannot be responsible for the privacy practices or any Third Party Materials. Please visit the privacy policies of all third party services or websites that you access from links in Mubakab.com. Any interactions are subject to terms and policies set forth by those websites and Mubakab cannot be responsible for any third party action.

Data Security

Mubakab uses reasonable and appropriate technical, administrative and physical security measures to help keep your information safe from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, alteration or disclosure. These security measures include encrypted connections (SSL/TLS), secure servers, regular security audits and limited access to personal data. Although we attempt to protect your information, no method of transmission or storage can guarantee 100% security. We encourage you to take steps to help protect your information by using strong passwords and logging out of your account after you access it.

Data Retention

We only retain your personal information to accomplish the purposes set out in this Privacy Policy; to address legal requirements, claims, disputes and obligations; and to enforce our rights. The amount of time we keep records may differ based on the type of record or information, the nature of our relationship with you, and any regulatory requirements. Once no longer needed, we will securely delete your information or anonymize it as necessary and appropriate.

Your Rights and Choices

Mubakab respects your privacy rights and offers you the following options to control your information:

• Access: Mubakab allows you to request access to personal information we hold about you.
• Correction: Mubakab allows you to request updates or corrections of personal information that you have shared with us when it is inaccurate or incomplete.
• Deletion: Mubakab will act on your requests to delete your personal data in these circumstances, subject to legal obligations and business needs of Mubakab, such as for billing and collections purposes.
• Withdrawal of Consent: To the extent you have given us your consent to process your personal data, we will honour your request to withdraw your consent at any time.
• Opt-Out: If you no longer wish to receive any promotional emails or newsletters from us, please follow the instructions in an email or contact us directly.

Please contact us at [email protected] in order to take steps to exercise your rights.

Children’s privacy

Mubakab endeavors to implement appropriate steps to assist in the protection of children’s privacy. Our website is not directed towards children under 16. We have no intention of collecting personal information from children under 16. If you believe that we have collected personal information from a child under the age of 16, please email us at [email protected] and we will take all reasonable measures possible to delete such information.

International Users and Data Transfers

Although Mubakab is designed and operates primarily in the United States, our website can be accessed from anywhere in the world. If you are using Mubakab from outside the United States, please note that information you provide to us may be transferred to, stored and processed in the United States where we have facilities. Your information may also be subject to data protection laws other than your home country. By using Mubakab’s services you agree to the transfer and processing of your information as described in this policy.

California privacy rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”) provides you with the following rights:

• The right to know what personal information we collect, use, disclose and sell (Mubakab doesn’t sell personal information)
• The right to delete personal information
• The right to opt out of sale of personal information (not an option at Mubakab)
• The right to non-discrimination in exercising CCPA rights

In order to exercise your rights, please email us at [email protected] or call us at (510) 403-9321.

GDPR compliance (European consumers)

While Mubakab’s primary audience is in the United States, we have built our service with an overriding objective of ensuring the privacy rights of users in the EEA. If you are a resident of the EEA, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) which include:

• The right to access, correct or delete your personal data.
• The right to restrict or object to certain activities.
• The right to data portability.
• The right to complain with your local data protection authority.

As always, if you have questions or wish to exercise one of your rights under the GDPR, email [email protected].

Email newsletters and other communications

If you have subscribed to our newsletters and updates, we may use your email address to inform you of new articles, legal updates, exclusive content and platform updates. You can opt out from receiving any and all of this content at any time by clicking on the unsubscribe link present in our newsletters and other email correspondence or by emailing [email protected]. We don’t send unsolicited direct emails of a commercial context and your email address will not be sold or listed with third parties for their own commercial use.

Profile and account data

Some elements of Mubakab, such as saving articles or participating in the community forums on our website, may require you to create a user account. When registering, you will be prompted to choose your own username and password and provide other user profile information. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your password and user profile information and for all actions carried out under your account. While Mubakab makes commercially reasonable efforts to safeguard and protect your account information, it cannot confer complete security. If you become aware or have reason to believe that your account has been compromised, contact us at [email protected].

Community Information and user contributions

Mubakab may provide community forums, comment sections or other interactive features where users can share information, submit content, ask questions and otherwise provide feedback. Any information you post to public or community areas of the Site can be viewed and used by anyone with access to those pages. Do not post any sensitive personal information in these areas. Mubakab cannot be responsible for the privacy or security of information you choose to post in this manner.

Analytics and third party providers

Mubakab uses analytics services, including Google Analytics, to gather and analyze usage information. These services allow us to understand how users are accessing and using our site, determine areas for enhancement, and improve content delivery. Analytics services set their own cookies or tracking mechanisms. We collect analytics data in the aggregate, with no personally identifiable information shared with third-party analytics providers.

Advertising and sponsored content

Mubakab may present sponsored content, affiliate links or advertising to support the provision of legal resources for free. Mubakab does not have targeted advertising based on sensitive personal information. If you click sponsored content or affiliate links, those links may take you to third parties’ websites subject to their privacy policies. Mubakab is clear what content is sponsored, and it retains editorial control over all legal resources and articles.

Surveys, ratings and research

Occasionally, Mubakab may ask users to provide information in the form of surveys, feedback sessions, or research studies so that we can improve our service. Participation in these surveys and feedback forums is voluntary. Any information gathered will only be used for the stated purpose. Survey information is generally aggregated and anonymized. In some instances, personally identifiable information may be collected and will be handled in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

Managing your privacy settings

Mubakab gives you tools to manage privacy choices. You can edit your account settings, unsubscribe to email communications, and delete cookies through your web browser. If you need additional information about or would like to exercise privacy-related rights, you can call (510) 403-9321 during business hours (Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. EST) or email us via [email protected].

Changes to this Privacy Policy

Mubakab may amend this Privacy Policy from time to time to address changes in legal requirements, technological advances, or business practices. We will provide notification of material changes either by posting a prominent announcement on our website or sending you an email with the notice. Continued use of Mubakab’s services after any such amendments shall be deemed as your acceptance of the amended Policy. We recommend that you check this page periodically for any changes.

How to contact us

If you have any questions, concerns or requests in relation to this Privacy Policy or Mubakab’s information handling practices, please reach out directly to Mubakab:

• Email: [email protected]
• Mobile: (510) 403-9321
• Post: 555 12th St Ste 43, Oakland CA 94607

Our staff are available Monday – Friday between the hours of 9 AM – 5 PM EST and guarantee to respond to your privacy issue as soon as possible.

Your agreement

By using Mubakab.com to access our materials or utilize our subscription offerings you consent to the application of this Privacy Policy and the collection, use, and sharing of your information in the manner here described. If you do not wish to be subject to the terms of this Privacy Policy you may cease your use of our website and of our subscription services.

Mubakab.com protects your privacy. Information such as your name, email, home and business addresses, phone numbers, credit card information and number, banking information provided by you to Mubakab.com is not shared with third parties except when outsourcing of customer services including provisioning, billing, management, for marketing to manage subscriptions, internal administration toward the management of billing, renewals and variations in subscriptions, or when required by law. Information collected by cookies is used only for the purposes of continuous upgrade of website efficiencies on new contents added and modifications made to existing materials.

Some non-personal information is shared anonymously with various third parties for the purpose of audience audit (Google Analytics) and content advertisement customization.

Support for accessibility and inclusion

Mubakab is committed to accessibility and inclusiveness. We aim to provide a platform that is usable to all and we work hard to ensure that our website as well as our legal resources are accessible for individuals with all abilities and backgrounds to the extent possible. If you experience any difficulty in using, or missing accessibility features on the website, please contact us at [email protected]. Your input will be useful for improving the usability and inclusiveness of our platform.

Further information and resources

The following links may be useful sources of information regarding privacy laws and best practices:

• U.S. Federal Trade Commission at www.ftc.gov
• California Attorney General at oag.ca.gov/privacy
• European Data Protection Board at edpb.europa.eu

The above is provided as a resource only and is not an endorsement by Mubakab.

Final statement

At Mubakab, we value your privacy as an essential part of building trust with users. As your ultimate legal resource, we are always here to maintain the privacy of your information and supply you with transparency and control over your data. Above all else, we want you to feel secure while you browse and use our legal resources at Mubakab, and rest assured privacy and security remain a top priority for us. If you require more information on this, or wish to receive additional news regarding our updates, please visit https://mubakab.com/ or contact the above mentioned.