Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to http://history.karachi-pakistan.com (referred to as “History” or “we”). We are dedicated to maintaining a transparent and secure online environment for our users, ensuring their privacy is protected at all times. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle personal data, in accordance with various international privacy laws, including but not limited to:

Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
Quebec Law 25
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 Privacy 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 policy covers all aspects of our website, applications, services, and products offered under the History brand. However, it does not extend to third-party platforms, applications, or services that you may access through links on our site. These entities have their own privacy policies, which we encourage users to review before providing any personal data.

Processing Activities

This policy outlines how your interactions with us, in the following scenarios, result in the processing of your personal data:

Using Our Applications and Services: When you sign up as an authorized user for our applications or utilize our services, we collect and process certain personal information necessary for account creation and service provision.
Visiting Our Websites: Your interaction with our websites linked to this Privacy Policy results in the collection of data, including browsing behavior and IP addresses, for analytics and personalization purposes.
Communications: We may reach out to you via various communication channels, such as email, phone, or SMS, for newsletters, marketing campaigns, or transactional updates. Participation in these communications is optional, and you can manage your preferences or unsubscribe at any time.

Personal Data Collection

We collect several categories of personal data, including:

Account Information: Details required to create and maintain your user account, such as names, usernames, passwords, and email addresses.
Payment Information: Transaction details used for processing payments, including credit/debit card numbers, expiration dates, and billing addresses.
Financial Information: Data related to your financial status or transactions, which may be collected when you use our financial services or make purchases.
Purchase Information: Details about products or services you’ve purchased from us, including quantities, purchase dates, and prices.
Mobile Device Identifiers: Unique identifiers assigned to your mobile device, such as IP addresses, mobile phone numbers, or unique device IDs.
Location Data: Geolocation information provided by your browser or device when you interact with our services.
Feedback: Personal insights, reviews, and comments you choose to share with us.
Social Media Information: Data from social media platforms when you connect your account or interact with our content on these platforms.
Product Information: Details about products that interest you, including preferences, ratings, and product interactions.

We obtain this data through direct user input, automatic collection by our systems, and third parties who provide us with aggregated or de-identified data for analytics purposes.

Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device to enhance your experience on our website. We use cookies in several categories:

Strictly Necessary: These ensure the basic functions of our website, such as enabling secure login sessions and remembering user preferences.
Preference: Cookies in this category remember your choices and customize content delivery to suit your preferences.
Analytics: Used by our analytics tools to track aggregated data about visitors’ navigation patterns, device types, and other statistical information.

You have the option to manage or block non-essential cookies through our Cookie Manager, located within your account settings.

Retention and Deletion

We retain personal data only for as long as it is necessary for the purposes specified in this policy or required by law. Once the purpose for data collection has been fulfilled, we will delete or anonymize the data to protect your privacy.

Security Measures

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

Encrypted Communication: We use encryption protocols to secure data during transmission between your device and our servers.
Secure Third-Party Processing: We engage trusted third-party service providers who adhere to strict privacy and security standards to process data on our behalf.

Children’s Privacy

History does not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 18. If you are a parent or guardian and believe we have collected data about your child, please contact us using the details provided below, and we will take immediate steps to delete that information.

Your Rights

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

Access: You can request access to the personal data we hold about you.
Rectification: If your data is inaccurate or incomplete, you can ask us to correct it.
Erasure (Right to be Forgotten): In some regions, you may have the right to request the deletion of your personal data.
Restriction: You might be able to limit our processing of your data in certain circumstances.
Portability: Some laws allow you to receive your personal data in a structured format.
Objection: You can object to the processing of your data for specific or all purposes.
Non-Discrimination: You have the right to be free from discrimination when exercising your data privacy rights.
Appeals/Complaints: You can file complaints with your local data protection authority and seek legal recourse if you believe your rights have been violated.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact our Data Privacy Team at:

Email: [email protected]

Changes to Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on our website, and we encourage users to review this page periodically for updates.

Contact Information

For any questions regarding privacy, data-related inquiries, unsubscribe requests, or technical issues, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]

Mail: History Privacy Team, 123 Main Street, Karachi, Pakistan