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Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to https://website.karachi-pakistan.com (hereinafter referred to as ‘the Website’ or ‘we’). We are dedicated to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal data is handled with utmost care and security. This comprehensive Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, handling, and protection of personal information in adherence to various international privacy laws and regulations, including but not limited to:

  • Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
  • Quebec Law 25 on the protection of personal information
  • The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union
  • Brazil’s Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (LGPD)
  • California’s Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and subsequent updates (CPRA)
  • Colorado’s Consumer Protection Act (CPA)
  • Utah’s Consumer Sales and Service Act (UCPA)
  • Connecticut’s ConnectiCut Data Privacy Act (CTDPA)
  • Virginia’s Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA)
  • South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA)

Scope

This privacy policy is applicable to all aspects of our Website, including but not limited to:

  1. Our online platforms and applications.
  2. Services and products offered through the Website.
  3. Interactions with our users on the Website, whether via authorized user accounts or general website browsing.
  4. Communications initiated by us, such as newsletters, emails, phone calls, or texts/SMS messages.

Please note that this policy does not extend to third-party platforms, applications, products, or services accessible through links or integrations on our Website. These entities have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them before using any such external services.

Processing Activities

This policy describes the types of personal data we process and the purposes for which we do so:

  1. User Interactions: When you use our applications, access our websites, or engage with our content, we collect information about your activities.
  2. Communication: We record and store communications initiated by or with us for customer service, marketing, or legal purposes.
  3. Service Provision: We process data to provide, improve, and personalize the services and products we offer.

Personal Data Collection

We collect various categories of personal data, including:

  1. Account Information: This includes user names, passwords, email addresses, and profile details used for account creation and management.
  2. Payment Information: Details related to payment methods, billing addresses, and transaction records.
  3. Financial Information: Data associated with banking or financial transactions, if applicable.
  4. Purchase Information: Records of products or services purchased, including quantities, dates, and order numbers.
  5. Mobile Device Identifiers: Unique device identifiers, IP addresses, and mobile network information from your smartphone or tablet.
  6. Location Data: Geolocation data provided by your browser or device settings.
  7. Feedback: Any comments, reviews, or responses you share with us regarding our services.
  8. Social Media Information: Details from social media platforms when users choose to connect their accounts for enhanced login convenience.
  9. Product Information: Data about products viewed, added to carts, or purchased on our Website.

We obtain this data through direct user input, automated tracking technologies (such as cookies and web beacons), and third-party service providers who assist in data collection and processing.

Cookies

We use cookies for various purposes, including:

  1. Strictly Necessary: These cookies enable core Website functionality, such as enabling log-in sessions or shopping carts.
  2. Preferences: Cookies store user preferences, ensuring a customized experience on subsequent visits.
  3. Analytics: Tracking and analyzing user behavior helps us improve our services and tailor content to individual users.

Users have the option to control non-essential cookies through our Cookie Manager, allowing them to customize their cookie preferences.

Retention and Deletion

We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including:

  • Providing services and products.
  • Ensuring account security.
  • Complying with legal requirements.
  • Conducting analytics and improving our platform.

Once the retention period expires or when the purpose is no longer relevant, we delete or anonymize the data to prevent direct identification.

Security Measures

We have implemented robust security measures to safeguard personal data:

  • Employing encryption for data in transit and at rest.
  • Utilizing secure third-party processing services that adhere to industry standards.
  • Regularly reviewing and updating our security protocols to adapt to emerging threats.

Children’s Privacy

Our Website is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children in this age group. If you believe we have collected such information by mistake, please contact us at the address provided below, and we will take immediate steps to rectify the issue.

Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data, including:

  • Access to your data and details about its processing.
  • Requesting rectification if your data is inaccurate or incomplete.
  • Erasure (or ‘right to be forgotten’) under specific circumstances.
  • Restriction of processing in certain cases.
  • Right to data portability, allowing you to receive your personal data in a structured format.
  • Objection to the processing of your data for direct marketing purposes.
  • Non-discrimination for exercising your data privacy rights.

To exercise these rights or have any data-related inquiries, please contact our Data Privacy Team at:

Changes to Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any modifications will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. We encourage users to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect their personal information.

Contact Information

For any questions, concerns, or requests regarding privacy, data protection, or this Privacy Policy, please reach out to us at: