PRIVACY POLICY AND UAE DPDPA COMPLIANCE NOTICE
Last Updated: August 2026
Homeport Waterfront Strategy (“Homeport”, “we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal data when you visit our website, subscribe to The Homeport Brief, download resources, or contact us for advisory support.
By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information in three ways:
1.1 Information You Provide Directly
Name
Email address
Company name
Country
Any information submitted through contact forms
Any information provided when subscribing to The Homeport Brief
Any information provided when downloading resources
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
IP address
Browser type
Device information
Pages visited
Time spent on the site
Referral sources
General location (non‑precise)
This is standard analytics data used to improve website performance.
1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to:
improve website functionality
understand user behaviour
enhance user experience
support analytics and performance
See our Cookie Policy below for details.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use personal data for the following purposes:
To provide insights, newsletters, and updates
To respond to inquiries and advisory requests
To improve website performance and user experience
To analyze content engagement
To deliver downloads and resources
To maintain security and prevent misuse
To comply with legal obligations
We do not sell personal data.
3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR & International Compliance)
For users in the EU, UK, and other regulated regions, we process personal data under the following legal bases:
Consent — newsletter subscription, downloads
Legitimate Interest — analytics, website improvement
Contractual Necessity — responding to advisory inquiries
Legal Obligation — compliance with applicable laws
4. How We Store and Protect Your Data
We use industry‑standard security measures to protect personal data, including:
encrypted transmission (HTTPS)
secure servers
restricted access
monitoring and logging
data minimization practices
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy.
5. Sharing Your Information
We may share personal data with:
trusted service providers (email delivery, analytics)
cloud hosting providers
legal authorities when required by law
We do not sell or rent personal data to third parties.
All service providers are required to protect your data and comply with applicable privacy laws.
6. International Data Transfers
Homeport operates globally. Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your region. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including:
contractual protections
secure data transfer mechanisms
compliance with UAE DPDPA and GDPR standards
7. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
access your personal data
correct inaccurate data
request deletion
withdraw consent
object to processing
request data portability
To exercise any rights, contact us at: ralf@homeport.co
8. Email Communications & Newsletter
When you subscribe to The Homeport Brief:
you consent to receiving insights, updates, and publications
you may unsubscribe at any time
every email includes an unsubscribe link
We do not send marketing emails without consent.
9. Links to External Websites
Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites.
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The “Last Updated” date reflects the most recent revision.
11. Contact Us
For questions about this Privacy Policy, contact: Ralf@homeport.co
COOKIE POLICY
Last Updated: August 2026
Homeport uses cookies and similar technologies to improve website performance, enhance user experience, and analyse engagement.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly and provide analytics insights.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Essential Cookies
Required for website functionality, security, and navigation.
2.2 Performance & Analytics Cookies
Used to understand how visitors interact with the site, including:
pages visited
time spent
referral sources
We use tools such as Google Analytics or similar platforms.
2.3 Functional Cookies
Enhance user experience by remembering preferences.
2.4 Third‑Party Cookies
Used by embedded services such as:
podcast players
video platforms
analytics providers
3. Managing Cookies
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
4. Consent
By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. Where required by law, we display a cookie consent banner.
5. Updates
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically. The “Last Updated” date reflects the most recent revision.
UAE DPDPA COMPLIANCE NOTICE
Last Updated: August 2026
Homeport Waterfront Strategy (“Homeport”, “we”, “our”, “us”) complies with the UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on the Protection of Personal Data (DPDPA). This notice explains how we meet the requirements of the UAE Data Office and the obligations set out under the DPDPA.
1. Commitment to UAE Data Protection Standards
Homeport is committed to protecting personal data in accordance with the DPDPA. We apply the principles of:
lawfulness
fairness
transparency
purpose limitation
data minimization
accuracy
confidentiality
integrity
accountability
We ensure that personal data is processed only for legitimate business purposes and in compliance with UAE regulations.
2. Lawful Basis for Processing Personal Data
Under the DPDPA, Homeport processes personal data based on:
Consent — newsletter subscriptions, downloads, and voluntary submissions
Contractual Necessity — responding to advisory inquiries
Legitimate Interest — improving website performance, analytics, and user experience
Legal Obligation — compliance with UAE regulatory requirements
We do not process personal data for any purpose incompatible with these bases.
3. Data Subject Rights Under the DPDPA
Individuals in the UAE have the right to:
access their personal data
request correction of inaccurate data
request deletion of personal data
restrict or object to processing
withdraw consent
request data portability
lodge a complaint with the UAE Data Office
To exercise these rights, contact: ralf@homeport.co
We respond to all requests in accordance with DPDPA timelines and requirements.
4. International Data Transfers
Homeport may transfer personal data outside the UAE for operational purposes. When doing so, we ensure:
adequate protection measures
contractual safeguards
compliance with UAE Data Office requirements
secure transfer mechanisms
We do not transfer data to jurisdictions lacking appropriate protection without safeguards in place.
5. Data Security Measures
We implement technical and organizational measures to protect personal data, including:
encrypted transmission (HTTPS)
secure servers
access controls
monitoring and logging
data minimization
regular security reviews
These measures are designed to prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or loss.
6. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described in our Privacy Policy or to comply with legal obligations. When data is no longer required, it is securely deleted.
7. Contact Information
For questions about DPDPA compliance or to exercise your rights, contact: ralf@homeport.co