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Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to http://foodie.karachi-pakistan.com! We are committed to maintaining a transparent and secure environment for our users, ensuring that your privacy is respected and protected at all times. This comprehensive Privacy Policy explains how we handle the personal data of our visitors, users, and customers, adhering to stringent international privacy standards set by laws such as PIPEDA (Canada), Law 25 (Quebec), GDPR (EU), LGPD (Brazil), CCPA/CPRA (California), CPA (Colorado), UCPA (Utah), CTDPA (Connecticut), VCDPA (Virginia), POPIA (South Africa), and more.

Scope

This policy covers all aspects of our online presence, including but not limited to:

  • Our official website at http://foodie.karachi-pakistan.com.
  • Any mobile applications or software developed by us.
  • All services and products offered through these platforms.

Please note that this Privacy Policy does not extend to external websites, applications, or services accessed through links on our platform. These third-party entities have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them before providing any personal information.

Processing Activities

This policy outlines our practices when:

  1. You register an account and use our applications as an authorized user.
  2. You visit our websites and interact with various features.
  3. We communicate with you via email, phone calls, or text messages (SMS).

Personal Data Collection

We collect several types of personal data to enhance your experience and provide tailored services. This includes:

  • Account Information: Details related to your user account creation and management.
  • Payment Information: Credit card details and billing addresses for transactions.
  • Financial Information: Bank account numbers or investment portfolios (if provided).
  • Purchase Information: Items bought, purchase history, and order details.
  • Mobile Device Identifiers: Unique device IDs, IP addresses, and mobile network information.
  • Location Data: GPS coordinates and location services data for mapping and personalized content.
  • Feedback: Responses to surveys, reviews, and user feedback forms.
  • Social Media Information: Data from social media platforms when you choose to log in via these services.
  • Product Information: Preferences, ratings, and interactions with our products or services.

We collect this data through various methods: explicit user input, form submissions, automated tracking technologies (like cookies), and third-party service providers who assist us in gathering and analyzing information.

Cookies

We employ cookies to enhance your experience on our platform and for analytical purposes. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that serve different functions:

  • Strictly Necessary: Ensure basic functionalities of the website, such as logging in.
  • Preference: Remember user preferences and settings.
  • Analytics: Track site usage and gather analytics data to improve our services.

Users have control over non-essential cookies through our built-in Cookie Manager, allowing you to customize your cookie preferences.

Retention and Deletion

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary or permitted by law. The retention periods vary depending on the type of data and its purpose:

  • Financial and transaction data may be kept for an extended period due to legal requirements.
  • Personal information used for marketing purposes is retained until you opt out or request deletion.
  • Data collected for analytics and research might be stored indefinitely to provide ongoing improvements.

Once the retention period expires, or when you request deletion, we ensure that your data is securely erased or anonymized.

Security Measures

We have implemented robust security measures to safeguard your personal data:

  • Encryption: All communication between your device and our servers is encrypted using SSL/TLS protocols.
  • Secure Third-Party Processing: We engage trusted third-party service providers who adhere to strict privacy and security standards.
  • Access Control: Only authorized personnel have access to sensitive data, and they are bound by confidentiality agreements.

Children’s Privacy

We are committed to protecting the privacy of children under 18 years old. Our services do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from minors. If you believe we have collected such data by mistake, please contact us immediately so that we can take appropriate action.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have specific rights regarding your personal data:

  • Access and Rectification: The right to access and request corrections or amendments to your data.
  • Erasure and Restriction: Ability to request the deletion or restriction of processing activities related to your data.
  • Data Portability: The right to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used format.
  • Objection and Non-Discrimination: Opportunity to object to the processing of your data and be free from discriminatory actions.
  • Appeals/Complaints: Right to file complaints with supervisory authorities and seek legal redress.

To exercise these rights or for any data-related inquiries, please contact our dedicated privacy team via email at [email protected] or through postal mail sent to our registered address.

Changes to Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any modifications will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about your rights and how we protect your data.

Contact Information

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