IT & Business Media

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: July 27, 2026

This Privacy Policy (hereinafter referred to as the “Policy”) defines the procedure for processing the personal data of users of the raem.kz website (hereinafter referred to as the “Website”), owned by the RAEM media project (hereinafter referred to as “We” or the “Editorial Board”). By using the Website, you agree to the terms of this Policy.

1. General Provisions

1.1. The raem.kz Website is a mass media outlet covering news and analytics on the IT industry, startups, and business in Kazakhstan.

1.2. We respect users’ right to privacy and process personal data in accordance with the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan on personal data and its protection.

1.3. By continuing to use the Website, you confirm that you have read and agree to the terms of this Policy. If you do not agree to the terms, please discontinue using the Website.

2. Data We Collect

We may collect the following categories of data:

  • Data voluntarily provided by you: name, email address, phone number, and message text—when filling out feedback forms, newsletter subscription forms, or the “Submit News” form.
  • Technical data: IP address, browser type and version, operating system, data on visited pages, time of visit, and referral source (the website from which you navigated).
  • Cookies and similar technologies: used to analyze user behavior on the Website and improve its performance.
  • Analytics data: The Website uses Yandex.Metrica to collect anonymized traffic statistics (page views, traffic sources, user behavior). The processing of this data is also governed by the Yandex Privacy Policy.

3. Purposes of Data Processing

We process personal data for the following purposes:

  • ensuring the operation and functionality of the Website;
  • processing user inquiries submitted via feedback forms (including “Submit News”);
  • sending news and notifications (subject to voluntary subscription);
  • analyzing and improving content quality and user experience;
  • complying with the requirements of the applicable legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Personal data is processed on the basis of:

  • user consent expressed by performing actions on the Website (filling out forms, subscribing);
  • the necessity to fulfill a user request (for example, responding to an inquiry submitted via the “Submit News” form);
  • the legitimate interests of the Editorial Board related to conducting editorial activities and improving the Website.

5. Transfer of Data to Third Parties

5.1. We do not sell or transfer users’ personal data to third parties for commercial purposes.

5.2. Data may be transferred to:

  • technical service providers (the hosting provider ensuring the operation of the Website);
  • web analytics services (Yandex.Metrica)—in anonymized form;
  • state authorities of the Republic of Kazakhstan—exclusively upon a lawful request in accordance with the procedure established by law.

6. Data Storage and Protection

6.1. Personal data is stored on the servers of the hosting provider ensuring the operation of the Website, using technical and organizational measures to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

6.2. The data retention period is determined by the purposes of processing and legal requirements, but does not exceed the period necessary for these purposes.

7. User Rights

The User has the right to:

  • request information on what personal data concerning them is being processed;
  • demand the correction, clarification, or deletion of their personal data;
  • withdraw consent to the processing of personal data;
  • lodge a complaint with the authorized body for the protection of personal data of the Republic of Kazakhstan.

To exercise these rights, the user may contact us using the contact details specified in Section 9.

8. Cookies

The Website uses cookies to ensure the proper functioning of certain features and to collect traffic statistics. You may disable cookies in your browser settings; however, this may affect the operation of certain sections of the Website.

9. Contact Information

For any questions related to the processing of personal data and this Policy, you may contact us:

  • Email: ryambek@gmail.com
  • Phone: +7 701 185 28 76
  • Address: Astana, Mangilik El Ave., C3.6, Astana Hub, 3rd floor

10. Changes to the Policy

We reserve the right to make changes to this Policy. The current version is always available on this page. The date of the last update is indicated at the beginning of the document.

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