1. Who we are
The Virtual Embassy of Iraq in Israel operates iraqdiplomaticdoor.com as an independent, non-governmental civic diplomacy initiative. For privacy questions, contact us at iraq.israel@iraqdiplomaticdoor.com or through our Contact page.
2. Information we use and why
When you browse the website, we use limited technical and usage information such as your IP address, approximate country, requested page, date and time, broad traffic-source and device categories, internal navigation, and approximate engagement information. We use this information to operate and secure the site, prevent abuse, understand overall use, improve navigation and content, and measure website and search performance.
If you contact us or submit a form, we use the information you choose to provide, which may include your name, contact details, professional information, location, message or contribution details. We use it to receive and respond to your request, manage the communication, and maintain appropriate records. Providing form information is voluntary; if a field is marked as required, it is needed for that submission.
3. Browser storage and optional device permissions
Some features use first-party browser storage, such as local storage or session storage, to remember language preferences, learning progress, saved Heritage items, locally entered notes or short-term navigation state. Some of this information remains only on your device and can be removed through your browser settings.
Optional Heritage features may request camera or precise-location permission when you activate them. You can refuse or turn off these permissions through your browser or device settings. These features are not designed to create facial-recognition profiles or retain precise location in our general visitor analytics.
4. Service providers
We use service providers for hosting, website security, forms, search-performance measurement and other technical functions. They may handle information needed to provide those services. We do not sell personal information.
Some service providers operate in different countries, so information may be processed outside the country from which you visit the website.
5. How long information is kept
Raw IP addresses and similar technical identifiers are kept temporarily. Aggregated statistics may be kept longer for website measurement. Form submissions and correspondence may be kept as needed to respond and maintain records. Information stored only in your browser remains under your browser and device controls.
6. Your choices
You can clear browser storage, refuse optional camera or location permissions, and contact us at any time with privacy questions.