Privacy Policy

Last Updated: December 30, 2024

1. Introduction

Welcome to SHOOF, a video-on-demand (VOD) platform owned and operated by Alkass Sports Channel. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you use our platform, website, and services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

  • Account Information: Name, email address, password, and contact details
  • Profile Information: Profile picture, preferences, and viewing history
  • Payment Information: Credit card details, billing address, and transaction history
  • User-Generated Content: Comments, ratings, and reviews
  • Communication: Customer service interactions and feedback

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

  • Device Information: IP address, device type, operating system, and browser type
  • Usage Data: Viewing habits, search queries, and interaction with content
  • Technical Data: Streaming quality, buffering events, and connection speed
  • Location Data: General location based on IP address
  • Cookies and Similar Technologies: Website activity and preferences

3. How We Use Your Information

  • Provide and maintain our VOD service
  • Process your subscription and payments
  • Personalize your viewing experience and content recommendations
  • Improve our platform and user experience
  • Communicate with you about service updates and promotions
  • Analyze usage patterns and optimize streaming performance
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Detect and prevent fraud or unauthorized access

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information with:

  • Alkass Sports Channel and its affiliated companies
  • Service providers who assist in platform operations
  • Payment processors for subscription management
  • Analytics providers to improve our services
  • Law enforcement when required by law
  • Business partners with your explicit consent
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:

  • Encryption of sensitive data
  • Regular security assessments
  • Access controls and authentication measures
  • Secure data storage and transmission
  • Regular backups and disaster recovery procedures

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal information
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Delete your account and associated data
  • Object to certain data processing
  • Export your data
  • Opt-out of marketing communications
  • Manage cookie preferences

7. Children's Privacy

SHOOF does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided personal information should contact us immediately.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of any material changes through our platform or via email.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

  • Email: info@alkass.net
  • Address: Alkass Sports Channel, Aspire Zone, Doha, Qatar

11. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal information based on:

  • Contract performance (service provision)
  • Legal obligations
  • Legitimate interests
  • Your consent where required

12. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. When no longer required, data is securely deleted or anonymized.

13. Specific Regional Rights

13.1 European Economic Area (EEA) Residents

If applicable, you have additional rights under GDPR, including:

  • Right to data portability
  • Right to restrict processing
  • Right to withdraw consent
  • Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

13.2 California Residents

If applicable, you have additional rights under CCPA, including:

  • Right to know what personal information is collected
  • Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
  • Right to opt-out of personal information sales
  • Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights

14. Cookie Policy

Our detailed Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies, including:

  • Essential cookies for platform functionality
  • Analytics cookies for service improvement
  • Advertising cookies for personalized content
  • Third-party cookies and their purposes

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.