Last Updated: May 2026

The Sana’a Center for Strategic Studies ("the Center," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to maintaining the trust of our website visitors and partners. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your data while you interact with sanaacenter.org.

As a non-profit think-tank, our data collection is focused on understanding the impact of our research, improving site performance, and ensuring a seamless user experience for the global policy community.

1. Information Collection and Use

We collect information through three primary channels: data you provide voluntarily, automated tracking technologies, and security/performance tools.

A. Voluntarily Provided Information

• Mailing List Subscription: If you subscribe to our newsletters, we collect your email address and any optional details (name, affiliation) to send you research updates and event invitations.
• Forms and Submissions: When you fill out contact or inquiry forms, we store the provided information to respond to your request.

B. Automated Tracking & Analytics

To measure the reach of our policy analysis, we utilize the following third-party services:

• Google Analytics: This tool collects data on how visitors interact with our site (e.g., page views, session duration, and geographical region). This helps us report on our research impact to stakeholders.
• X Pixel (formerly Twitter Pixel): We use the X Pixel to understand how our audience engages with the research we share on social platforms. This allows us to measure the effectiveness of our digital outreach and optimize how we present our findings to the public.

C. Performance and Security

• Cloudflare Bacon: To ensure the security and high-speed delivery of our content globally, we utilize Cloudflare Bacon (Beacon technology). This service helps us monitor site performance, detect technical errors, and protect the website from malicious bot activity and DDoS attacks.

2. Local Storage and Cookies

We use "Cookies" and "LocalStorage" (data stored directly in your browser) to personalize your experience and maintain site functionality.

• User Preferences: We use LocalStorage to remember your UI settings, such as your choice between Dark and Light themes.
• User Experience (UX): To prevent repetitive interruptions, we store data regarding the mailing list popup to ensure it does not reappear once dismissed or completed.
• Form Persistence: To assist users in completing long-form inquiries or registrations, we may store form values locally. This ensures that if you refresh the page or navigate away, your progress is saved and automatically refilled upon your return.

Note: These technologies are used for your convenience and do not allow us to access your computer or any personal files. You can manage or delete these via your browser settings.

3. Data Sharing and Third Parties

The Sana'a Center does not sell or trade your personal information. Data is shared only with trusted service providers (e.g., Google, X, Cloudflare) for the purposes of site maintenance, analytics, and security. We may disclose information if required by law or to protect the safety of our users and the integrity of our research.

4. Data Security

We implement robust technical and organizational measures to protect your data. However, as an organization operating in the digital space, we acknowledge that no transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We utilize encrypted connections (HTTPS) and security headers to minimize risks.

5. Contact Us

For questions regarding this policy or our data practices, please contact us team at: [email protected]