Privacy Policy

ARE Directory

Welcome to ARE Directory (available at www.are-directory.com), operated by ARE Magazine (hereinafter: "we", "us", or "the Company"). We are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit and interact with our website (hereinafter: "the Website" or "the Directory").

By using the Website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

1. Who We Are

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Data Controller. ARE Directory is operated by ARE Magazine, Israel. ARE Magazine is the controller responsible for your personal information under this Privacy Policy. For any questions or requests regarding this policy, please contact us at contact@are-mag.com.

2. Information We Collect

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Voluntarily Provided Information. We do not require you to create an account or provide personal information to browse the Directory. However, if you choose to contact us, subscribe to our newsletter, or fill out a form, we may collect personal details such as your name, email address, and any information you provide.

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Automatically Collected Information. When you visit the Website, our servers and third-party tools (such as Google Analytics) automatically collect certain technical data about your device and browsing activity. This includes your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages viewed, and the date/time of your visit.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal information on the following bases:

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Consent. Where you have explicitly opted in, such as subscribing to our newsletter. You may withdraw this consent at any time, as described in Section 6 below.

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Legitimate Interest. For purposes such as analyzing website traffic, improving the Directory's functionality, and tracking affiliate link performance, where such processing does not override your fundamental privacy rights.

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Legal Obligation. Where processing is required to comply with applicable law.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected data for the following purposes:

  • —To operate, maintain, and improve the Directory and its features.
  • —To analyze traffic patterns, user behavior, and optimize your browsing experience.
  • —To send you updates, newsletters, or marketing materials, provided you have explicitly opted in to receive them. You can opt out of these communications at any time.
  • —To track clicks on affiliate links for commission and performance reporting purposes.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy. For example, newsletter subscriber details are retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion, and technical/analytics data is retained in accordance with the retention settings of the relevant third-party tool (e.g., Google Analytics). Once information is no longer needed, we take reasonable steps to delete or anonymize it.

6. Your Data Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding the personal information we hold about you:

  • —The right to access the personal information we hold about you.
  • —The right to correct or update inaccurate or incomplete information.
  • —The right to request deletion of your personal information ("right to be forgotten").
  • —The right to object to or restrict certain processing, including for marketing purposes.
  • —The right to withdraw consent at any time (for example, by unsubscribing from our newsletter), without affecting the lawfulness of processing carried out before withdrawal.
  • —Where applicable, the right to data portability.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at contact@are-mag.com. We will respond to your request within a reasonable time and in accordance with applicable law.

7. Third-Party Service Providers

We use the following categories of third-party service providers to help us operate the Website, which may process your personal information on our behalf:

  • —Website analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics), to understand website traffic and usage patterns.
  • —Newsletter and email communication platforms, to manage and send communications to subscribers.
  • —Affiliate tracking tools, to measure clicks and commissions on links to designer and brand websites.

These providers are only permitted to process your information for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy and in accordance with their own privacy and security practices.

8. International Data Transfers

Some of the third-party tools we use (such as Google Analytics or email service providers) may store or process data on servers located outside of Israel, including in the United States or the European Union. Where this occurs, we rely on the safeguards and compliance mechanisms implemented by those providers to ensure your information continues to receive an appropriate level of protection.

9. Third-Party Links and Tracking

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External Privacy Policies. The Website contains affiliate links to external websites owned by third-party designers and brands. This Privacy Policy applies solely to ARE Directory. Once you click on an external link and leave our Website, we have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the privacy practices, content, or cookie policies of those third-party websites. We highly encourage you to read the privacy policies of any external site you visit.

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No Financial or Purchase Data. We do not collect, process, or store any financial information, credit card details, or delivery addresses. All purchases take place on external websites, and any personal data you enter during checkout is managed exclusively by those third parties.

10. Cookies and Web Beacons

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Use of Cookies. We use cookies (small text files placed on your device) to enhance website functionality, remember your preferences, and track affiliate link performance.

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Managing Cookies. You can choose to disable or block cookies through your individual browser settings. However, please note that disabling cookies may affect your experience and some functionalities of the Website.

11. Children's Privacy

The Website is not directed at, and is not intended for use by, individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at contact@are-mag.com so that we can remove it.

12. Data Security and Breach Notification

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We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse, in compliance with applicable privacy laws. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

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In the event of a data breach affecting your personal information, we will take reasonable steps to notify affected users and the relevant authorities where required to do so under applicable law.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or change our Privacy Policy at any time. Any modifications will be posted directly on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Website after changes are posted constitutes your acknowledgment and acceptance of the modified policy.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at contact@are-mag.com.

Last Updated: 2026