Privacy Policy for Brace Marketing
Effective Date: 18/12/2024
At Brace Marketing (operated by Hasan Ali LTD, hereinafter referred to as “we,” “us,” or “our”), your privacy is of utmost importance to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, Brace Marketing, or use our services. By accessing or using our services, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of personal data:
1.1 Information You Provide to Us:
- Personal Information: When you contact us or use our services, you may provide us with personal data, such as:
- Name
- Email address (e.g., hasan.ali@bracemarketing.com)
- Business details
- Billing and payment information
- Service Information: Information related to your social media accounts, preferences, or business goals to provide tailored marketing services.
1.2 Automatically Collected Information:
- Usage Data: Information such as IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and actions taken on our website.
- Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to track website activity and improve your experience. For more information, see Section 7 below.
2. How We Use Your Information
We process your personal data for the following purposes:
- To provide and deliver our social media marketing services.
- To manage and respond to inquiries, bookings, or support requests.
- To process payments and manage billing records.
- To analyze and improve our services and website functionality.
- To comply with legal obligations and prevent fraudulent activities.
3. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data under the following lawful bases as outlined by the GDPR:
- Performance of a Contract: To fulfill the agreement we have with you.
- Consent: For specific activities where you have provided your consent, such as marketing updates.
- Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws and regulations.
- Legitimate Interests: For activities such as website analytics and fraud prevention, where these interests do not override your rights.
4. Sharing and Disclosure of Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal data. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: With trusted third-party vendors who assist us in delivering our services (e.g., payment processors, analytics providers).
- Legal Requirements: When required to comply with a legal obligation or to protect our rights and interests.
- Business Transfers: In case of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction.
5. International Data Transfers
As a business located in Pakistan, your personal data may be processed outside the European Economic Area (EEA). We ensure adequate safeguards for international data transfers, such as relying on contractual clauses or other approved mechanisms under GDPR.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or to comply with legal obligations. When no longer needed, your data will be securely deleted or anonymized.
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small text files placed on your device that help us analyze website usage and provide personalized services.
Types of Cookies We Use:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality.
- Analytics Cookies: To understand how visitors interact with our website.
- Marketing Cookies: To deliver targeted advertising.
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
8. Your Rights
Under the GDPR, you have the following rights:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Erasure: Request deletion of your data under certain circumstances.
- Restriction: Restrict processing of your personal data in certain situations.
- Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
- Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing purposes.
To exercise your rights, please contact us at hasan.ali@bracemarketing.com.
9. Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no system can be 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. Please review their privacy policies independently.
11. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
- Email: hasan.ali@bracemarketing.com
- Address: Overseas Sector 3, Phase 8, Bahria Town, Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan