Legal Compliance Package

Jurisdiction: United Arab Emirates  ·  Effective Date: 04/03/2026  ·  Last Updated: 04/03/2026

1. Terms of Service

1.1 About Hadiya

Hadiya (‘Company’, ‘we’, ‘our’, ‘us’) operates a digital platform providing personalized gift discovery and AI-powered recommendation services. Hadiya does not sell products directly. The platform redirects users to independent third-party merchants to complete purchases.

1.2 Eligibility

Users must be at least 18 years old or the age of majority under applicable UAE law. By using the platform, users confirm they have legal capacity to enter into binding agreements.

1.3 Nature of Services

Hadiya provides AI-powered gift recommendations and redirects users to external merchant websites. Hadiya does not process payments, issue invoices, handle shipping, provide warranties, or process refunds.

1.4 Third-Party Merchants

When a user clicks a product, they are redirected to an independent merchant. The merchant's terms and privacy policy apply. Hadiya is not responsible for pricing, availability, fulfillment, or disputes.

1.5 AI Disclaimer

Recommendations are generated automatically based on user inputs and system logic. Hadiya does not guarantee suitability, satisfaction, or merchant performance.

1.6 Intellectual Property

All software, algorithms, branding, design, content, and platform materials are owned by Hadiya and protected under applicable intellectual property laws.

1.7 Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted under UAE law, Hadiya shall not be liable for merchant-related disputes, product defects, payment issues, indirect damages, or loss of profit.

1.8 Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the United Arab Emirates. Any disputes shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the competent courts of the UAE.

2. Privacy Policy (UAE PDPL Compliant)

2.1 Data Controller

Hadiya acts as the Data Controller for personal data collected through the platform. Contact: support@hadiya.ai

2.2 Personal Data Collected

We may collect name, email address, occasion details, budget preferences, IP address, device information, usage data, and cookies.

2.3 Legal Basis

Personal data is processed based on user consent, contractual necessity, legitimate interest, and legal compliance obligations in accordance with UAE Federal Decree Law No. 45 of 2021.

2.4 Purpose of Processing

Data is processed to provide personalized recommendations, improve system performance, maintain security, and comply with regulatory requirements.

2.5 Data Sharing

We may share data with cloud hosting providers, analytics providers, and technical service partners. We do not sell personal data.

2.6 International Transfers

If data is transferred outside the UAE, appropriate safeguards and contractual protections will be implemented.

2.7 Data Retention

Personal data is retained only as long as necessary for service provision, legal compliance, and dispute resolution.

2.8 Data Subject Rights

Users may request access, correction, deletion, restriction of processing, or withdrawal of consent by contacting the official email address.

2.9 Security Measures

We implement encryption, secure hosting, access controls, and internal confidentiality procedures.

3. Cookie Policy

3.1 Types of Cookies

We use essential cookies (required for functionality), analytics cookies (performance measurement), and referral attribution tracking.

3.2 Consent

Where required under UAE law, user consent will be obtained before placing non-essential cookies.

3.3 Managing Cookies

Users may manage cookie preferences through browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect platform functionality.

4. AI Transparency Statement

4.1 Use of AI

Hadiya uses automated systems to generate personalized gift recommendations based on user-provided inputs.

4.2 No Automated Legal Decisions

The AI system does not produce decisions with legal or significant financial effects.

4.3 User Control

Users may modify inputs, delete profiles, or request deletion of personal data at any time.

5. Data Processing Addendum (DPA)

5.1 Scope

This DPA governs processing activities performed by service providers on behalf of Hadiya.

5.2 Processor Obligations

Processors must process data only on documented instructions, maintain confidentiality, implement security measures, and notify Hadiya of any data breach.

5.3 Sub-Processors

Processors may not appoint sub-processors without prior written authorization and equivalent data protection safeguards.

5.4 Termination

Upon termination of services, all personal data must be deleted or returned to Hadiya with written confirmation.

7. Merchant Disclaimer

You will be redirected to an external merchant to complete your purchase. Product pricing, availability, delivery, and returns are managed directly by the merchant. Hadiya is not responsible for transactions conducted on third-party websites.