PARKANIZE PRIVACY POLICY
Company: Parkanize L.L.C-FZ
License No.: 2541112.01
Registered Office: Meydan Grandstand, 6th Floor, Meydan Road, Nad Al Sheba, Dubai, UAE
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 This Privacy Policy ("Policy") explains how Parkanize L.L.C-FZ ("Parkanize", "we", "us", "the Platform") collects, uses, stores, shares, transfers, protects, and retains your Personal Data when you use our mobile application, website, or services.
1.2 By accessing or using Parkanize, you agree to the practices described in this Policy.
1.3 This Policy Complies With
- UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 — Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL)
- DIFC Data Protection Law
- International privacy principles
- Apple App Store & Google Play requirements
- Ziina data handling standards
1.4 This Policy Applies To
- Hosts (individual and company)
- Renters
- Users visiting or interacting with the Platform
2. PERSONAL DATA WE COLLECT
We collect Personal Data in the following categories:
2.1 Data You Provide Directly
For Individual Users (Hosts & Renters):
- Full name
- Emirates ID or passport copy
- Selfie for identity verification
- Phone number
- Email address
- Vehicle details (plate number, model)
- Residency declarations (for Residents-Only listings)
- Uploaded documents (tenancy contract, ownership proof)
- Any support messages or correspondence
For Company Hosts:
- Company Name
- Trade License
- Authorized Person Name
- Authorized Person Emirates ID / Passport
- Company Email
- Company Phone
- Authorization Letter / POA (if applicable)
2.2 Data Collected Automatically
When you use the Platform, we automatically process:
- IP address
- Device type, OS, version
- Device identifiers
- Usage logs (pages viewed, clicks, actions)
- App version and install source
- GPS location (only when you enable it)
- Access logs (garage entry/exit timestamps, when applicable)
- KYC timestamps and verification status
- Booking history and user actions
This is required for fraud prevention, safety, and app functionality.
2.3 Data Collected From Third Parties
We may receive:
- Identity verification data from verification partners
- Payment confirmations from Ziina
- Analytics insights from Google Analytics / Firebase
- Security or incident reports from building management (if applicable)
3. HOW WE USE YOUR PERSONAL DATA
We use Personal Data only for legitimate purposes, including:
3.1 To Operate and Improve the Platform
- Create and maintain user accounts
- Enable bookings and listing management
- Verify user identities and documents
- Prevent fraud, unauthorized access, and abuse
- Provide customer support
- Improve app performance and user experience
3.2 To Process Payments
- Charge Renters and transfer payouts to Hosts
- Process refunds, cancellations, fees
- Comply with Ziina and financial regulations
3.3 To Ensure Safety, Compliance and Legal Protection
- Prevent trespassing and unauthorized building access
- Store residency declarations and access logs
- Investigate violations, fraud, or illegal activity
- Comply with government, police, or court orders
- Protect rights of Hosts, Renters, building management, and Parkanize
3.4 For Communication
We may contact you through:
- SMS
- Push notifications
- In-app messages
To provide:
- Booking confirmations
- KYC updates
- Access instructions
- Security / reminder messages
- Policy updates
3.5 For Analytics and Improvements
We use data to:
- Diagnose issues
- Measure performance
- Improve safety features
- Enhance fraud detection
Analytics tools may include Google Analytics, Firebase, or similar services.
4. LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING
We process Personal Data based on:
- Your consent
- Contractual necessity (Host-Renter transactions)
- Legal obligations (PDPL compliance)
- Legitimate interests (fraud prevention, app security, dispute management)
5. SHARING YOUR PERSONAL DATA
Parkanize never sells user data. We only share Personal Data when necessary:
5.1 With Hosts or Renters
- Name
- Contact information (limited)
- Vehicle plate number
- Access-related data
Only for the purpose of completing a booking.
5.2 With Service Providers
Including:
- Ziina (payment processing)
- Identity verification providers
- Cloud hosting
- SMS or email providers
- Analytics tools
All providers operate under strict confidentiality agreements.
5.3 With Building Management
Only when required for safety or compliance:
- Access logs
- Residency declarations
- Confirmations of booking
- Reports of trespassing or misuse
5.4 With Law Enforcement or Government
We may disclose data only when:
- Required by UAE law
- Requested through lawful processes
- Needed to protect life, property, or security
5.5 With Affiliates or Successors
If Parkanize is involved in:
- a merger
- acquisition
- restructuring
Your data may be transferred under the same privacy protections.
6. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS
Some Personal Data may be stored or processed in:
- UAE
- EU
- USA
All transfers comply with:
- PDPL Article 22
- Adequate protection measures
- Contractual safeguards
7. DATA RETENTION
We retain Personal Data only as long as necessary.
7.1 Retention Periods
- KYC documents: 5 years after account closure / end of the business relationship, in compliance with UAE AML record-keeping requirements
- Booking history: 7 years
- Access logs: 24 months
- Residency declarations: 24 months
- Financial records: 7 years (legal requirement)
- Analytics data: per provider policies
7.2 Deletion
You may request deletion of your account by contacting Info@parkanize.com. Parkanize will respond to deletion requests within 30 days and will delete your data unless retention is required for:
- Fraud prevention
- Legal compliance
- Dispute resolution
Deletion is performed in accordance with PDPL requirements.
8. USER RIGHTS (UNDER UAE PDPL)
You have the right to:
- Access your data
- Correct inaccurate data
- Request deletion (where legally permissible)
- Withdraw consent
- Object to certain processing
- Request data portability
- File a complaint with the UAE Data Office
9. COOKIES & TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES
We use:
- Essential cookies (login, security, session)
- Analytics cookies (Google / Firebase)
- Diagnostic tools (crash logs)
You may disable cookies through your browser or device settings.
10. SECURITY MEASURES
We implement:
- Encryption in transit and at rest
- Identity verification controls
- Access authentication
- Intrusion detection
- Internal access controls
- Regular security audits
However, no system is 100% secure, and users share data at their own risk.
11. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY
Parkanize is not intended for individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If we discover such data, it will be deleted immediately.
12. ACCOUNTABILITY & BREACH NOTIFICATION
In the event of a data breach, Parkanize will:
- Assess impact and nature of the breach
- Notify affected users within 72 hours where required by law
- Take corrective actions
13. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. For material changes, Parkanize will notify users by in-app notification at least 14 days prior to the effective date. Updates become effective once published on the Platform.
Continued use of Parkanize constitutes your acceptance of any changes.
14. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Parkanize L.L.C-FZ, its affiliates, officers, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or revenues, whether incurred directly or indirectly, or any loss of data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting from:
- (a) your use or inability to use the Platform
- (b) any unauthorized access to or use of our servers and/or any personal data stored therein
- (c) any interruption or cessation of transmission to or from the Platform
- (d) any other matter relating to the Platform or this Policy
In no event shall Parkanize's total liability to you for all claims arising out of or relating to the Platform or this Policy exceed the greater of (a) AED 500 or (b) the total fees paid by you to Parkanize in the twelve (12) months preceding the claim.
15. INDEMNIFICATION
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Parkanize L.L.C-FZ, its affiliates, officers, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of or in any way connected with:
- (a) your access to or use of the Platform
- (b) your violation of this Policy or any applicable law
- (c) your provision of false, inaccurate, or misleading information
16. GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION
This Policy and any disputes arising out of or relating to it shall be governed by the laws of the United Arab Emirates. The courts of Dubai, UAE shall have exclusive jurisdiction to resolve any such disputes.
CONTACT
For any privacy concerns or rights requests:
Email: Info@parkanize.com
Company: Parkanize L.L.C-FZ
Address: Meydan Grandstand, 6th Floor, Dubai, UAE