1. Introduction & Mission
At Migrant Help Finder (accessible from migranthelpfinder.com), the privacy of our visitors is one of our core priorities. This Privacy Policy document details the types of information that is collected and recorded by Migrant Help Finder and how we utilize it in full compliance with global standards, including Google AdSense publisher policies.
Migrant Help Finder is an independent, non-governmental directory and educational resource providing verified dispute procedures, consular contacts, and emergency assistance helplines for expatriate workers in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries.
2. Anonymous Usage & Log Files
Migrant Help Finder follows a standard procedure of utilizing log files. These files log visitors when they visit websites. The information collected by log files includes:
- Internet Protocol (IP) addresses (anonymized where applicable)
- Browser type and Internet Service Provider (ISP)
- Date and time stamp of access
- Referring and exit pages and platform type
- Number of clicks to analyze trends and administer the site
Note: Log file data is not linked to any personally identifiable information (such as names, passport numbers, civil ID numbers, or phone numbers). We do not require account registration or store sensitive worker identification data.
3. Cookies and Web Beacons
Like any modern website, Migrant Help Finder uses "cookies". These cookies are used to store information including visitors' preferences (such as Light/Dark mode and selected language settings) and the pages on the website that the visitor accessed or visited. The information is used to optimize the users' experience by customizing our web page content based on visitors' browser type and device configuration.
4. Google DoubleClick DART Cookie & Third-Party Advertising Vendors
Google is one of the third-party vendors on our site. Google uses cookies, known as DART cookies, to serve advertisements to our site visitors based upon their visit to migranthelpfinder.com and other sites on the internet.
Third-party ad servers or ad networks use technologies like cookies, JavaScript, or Web Beacons that are used in their respective advertisements and links that appear on Migrant Help Finder, which are sent directly to users' browsers. They automatically receive your IP address when this occurs. These technologies are used to measure the effectiveness of their advertising campaigns and/or to personalize the advertising content that you see on websites that you visit.
How to Opt Out of Personalized Advertising:
Visitors may choose to decline or customize the use of DART cookies and personalized advertising by visiting the official Google Ad and Content Network Privacy Policy and Ads Settings:
5. Third-Party Privacy Policies & Ad Partners
Migrant Help Finder's Privacy Policy does not apply to other advertisers or websites. Thus, we advise you to consult the respective Privacy Policies of these third-party ad servers for more detailed information. It may include their practices and instructions about how to opt-out of certain options.
You can choose to disable cookies through your individual browser options. Detailed information about cookie management with specific web browsers can be found at the browsers' respective websites (e.g., Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge).
6. Analytics & Data Protection (CCPA & GDPR)
We respect the privacy rights of all users globally, including rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
- Right to Know / Access: You may request information regarding the categories of data collected (which on our platform is limited to anonymous telemetry).
- Right to Deletion: Because we do not store personal profiles or identifiable user records in our databases, no personal identity profile exists to delete or sell.
- Non-Discrimination & No Data Sale: We will never sell, rent, or trade your personal data to any third party.
7. External Links & Official Helplines Disclaimer
Our guides contain direct links and helpline numbers to official government portals (such as UAE MOHRE, Saudi Qiwa/Najiz, Oman Ministry of Labour, Bahrain LMRA), diplomatic embassies, and verified welfare initiatives (e.g., ICWF, MADAD). When clicking an external link, you leave our domain and are subject to the privacy terms and data practices of the destination government or NGO website.
8. Children's Information
Another part of our priority is adding protection for children while using the internet. We encourage parents and guardians to observe, participate in, and/or monitor and guide their online activity. Migrant Help Finder does not knowingly collect any Personal Identifiable Information from children under the age of 13.
9. Consent & Policy Updates
By using our website, you hereby consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its Terms and Conditions. We reserve the right to revise or update this document at any time. Any changes will be posted immediately on this page with an updated modification date.
Questions or Privacy Inquiries?
If you have additional questions or require more information about our Privacy Policy, do not hesitate to contact our editorial and compliance team.
Contact Compliance Desk