Privacy Policy
Introduction
Welcome to http://science.karachi-pakistan.com (referred to as “Science” or “we”). We are dedicated to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our users, ensuring that your privacy is respected and your personal data is protected. This comprehensive Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, handling, and protection of personal information in compliance with various international privacy laws and regulations.
Scope
This policy covers all aspects of our online presence, including but not limited to:
- Our official website at http://science.karachi-pakistan.com
- Any mobile applications or software developed by Science
- Online services and products offered through our platforms
Please note that this privacy statement does not extend to external links or third-party services accessed from our website, as they have their own privacy policies governing data collection and usage.
Processing Activities
This policy becomes effective when you engage in any of the following activities:
- Using our applications or services as an authorized user.
- Visiting and interacting with our websites linked to this Privacy Policy.
- Subscribing to receive communications, such as newsletters, emails, phone calls, or text messages/SMS from us.
Personal Data Collection
We collect a range of personal information to enhance your experience and improve our services:
- Account Information: Details associated with your user account, including usernames and passwords.
- Payment Information: Data related to transactions, such as credit card numbers, billing addresses, and payment history.
- Financial Information: This may include bank account details or investment portfolios for financial services users.
- Purchase Information: Records of products or services purchased from us, along with order details.
- Mobile Device Identifiers: Unique identifiers from your mobile device to personalize content.
- Location Data: Information about your physical location when you use our location-based services.
- Feedback and Reviews: Comments, suggestions, and reviews you provide about our products or services.
- Social Media Information: Personal data shared when interacting with our social media accounts.
- Product Information: Details about products you view, search for, or purchase on our e-commerce platform.
We gather this data through various means: user input forms, account settings, transaction processing, analytics tools, and automated logging of system activity. Additionally, third parties may share personal information with us, but they are bound by their own privacy policies.
Cookies
We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and for analytical purposes:
- Strictly Necessary Cookies: These ensure basic functionalities of our website, such as session management.
- Preference Cookies: Tailored settings and preferences are stored to provide a personalized user experience.
- Analytics Cookies: Used by analytics providers to track website performance, gather usage statistics, and gain insights into user behavior.
Users have the option to control non-essential cookies through our Cookie Manager, allowing them to customize their privacy settings.
Retention and Deletion
We retain personal data for as long as necessary for the purpose it was collected or as required by law. Once the retention period expires or when the purpose is fulfilled, we securely delete or anonymize the information.
Security Measures
To safeguard your personal data, Science employs robust security practices:
- Encryption of data during transmission and storage to protect against unauthorized access.
- Engaging secure third-party processing partners who adhere to strict data protection standards.
- Implementing physical, technical, and administrative safeguards to prevent data breaches.
Children’s Privacy
Science does not intentionally collect or seek to obtain personal information from children under the age of 18. If we discover that a child has provided us with such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you have certain rights regarding your personal data:
- Access: The right to request access to and receive copies of your personal data held by us.
- Rectification: Ability to rectify inaccurate or incomplete personal data we hold about you.
- Erasure (Right to be Forgotten): Request for the deletion of your personal data when no longer needed or consented to.
- Restriction: Limitation on our processing of your personal data under certain circumstances.
- Portability: Right to receive a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used format and to transfer it to another controller.
- Objection: Ability to object to the processing of your personal data for specific purposes.
- Non-Discrimination: Protection against unfair treatment due to exercising your privacy rights.
To exercise any of these rights or have questions regarding your data, please contact our dedicated Privacy Team at your earliest convenience.
Changes to Policy
Science reserves 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 inquiries, unsubscribe requests, data-related questions, or feedback, please contact us:
- Email: [email protected]
- Postal Address: [Science’s registered address]
We appreciate your trust in Science and are committed to protecting your privacy throughout your interaction with our services.
