Welcome to SalonKarachi.com. We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for visitors from the European Union (EU), European Economic Area (EEA), and United Kingdom (UK).
This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal and non-personal information, including how Google AdSense operates on our website.
By using this website, you agree to the terms outlined below.
1. Who We Are
SalonKarachi.com is an informational platform based in Karachi, Pakistan. We provide salon-related services, beauty tips, appointment booking, and blog content. We monetize our website through ad partners like Google AdSense.
2. What Data We Collect
a) Personal Information (Voluntarily Submitted)
When you use our forms or interactive features, we may collect:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- City or location
- Messages or inquiries you submit
b) Non-Personal/Technical Information (Automatically Collected)
Using cookies and scripts (Google AdSense, Analytics, etc.), we may collect:
- IP address
- Browser type/version
- Device type
- Operating system
- Referring website
- Pages visited
- Time and duration of visit
- Location data (approximate)
3. How We Collect Data
- Direct input from users (e.g. forms, subscriptions, comments)
- Cookies, pixels, and third-party scripts
- Server logs and analytics tools
4. GDPR: Our Legal Basis for Processing Data (Article 6 GDPR)
Under the GDPR, we must inform EU/EEA/UK users of the lawful basis on which we process personal data. These are:
- Consent: When you voluntarily provide data (e.g. contact forms, newsletters), we rely on your explicit consent.
- Contractual Obligation: When you request services (e.g. booking), we process your data to fulfill that agreement.
- Legitimate Interests: To operate, analyze, and protect our website, including fraud prevention and analytics.
- Legal Obligation: Where processing is required to comply with the law.
You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us at: Moizraj2233@gmail.com
5. Use of Cookies and Third-Party Services
We use cookies to:
- Personalize content and ads
- Provide social media features
- Analyze traffic and visitor behavior
Google AdSense
We use Google AdSense to show interest-based ads. AdSense may collect non-personal information via cookies (e.g. DoubleClick Cookie).
For details:
👉 https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads
👉 https://adssettings.google.com/
Cookie Consent (GDPR Requirement)
EU/EEA/UK visitors will see a cookie banner when they visit our website. This allows you to:
- Accept or reject non-essential cookies
- View and adjust cookie settings
- Withdraw consent at any time
We record your cookie preferences as required by GDPR.
6. Your GDPR Rights (Articles 12–23)
As a data subject in the EU/EEA/UK, you have the following rights:
✅ Right to Access
You can request a copy of your personal data that we hold.
✅ Right to Rectification
You can ask us to correct any inaccurate or incomplete data.
✅ Right to Erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”)
You can request that we delete your personal data, subject to legal limitations.
✅ Right to Restrict Processing
You can ask us to temporarily stop using your data under certain conditions.
✅ Right to Data Portability
You can request your data in a structured, machine-readable format for reuse elsewhere.
✅ Right to Object
You can object to data processing based on legitimate interests, direct marketing, or profiling.
✅ Right to Withdraw Consent
You may withdraw your consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of prior processing.
7. Data Transfers Outside the EU/EEA/UK
We are located in Pakistan, which is outside the EU. Some third-party tools (e.g., Google, Cloudflare, MailerLite) may process your data outside the EEA.
We ensure that all such providers comply with GDPR by using:
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
- Adequacy decisions by the European Commission
- Privacy Shield (where applicable)
8. Data Retention
We only keep personal data as long as necessary. General retention periods:
- Contact form submissions: 12 months
- Booking data: 24 months
- Analytics data (non-personal): up to 26 months (Google default)
- Newsletter subscribers: until unsubscribed or inactive for 12+ months
After the retention period ends, your data is deleted or anonymized.
9. Data Security
We protect your data using:
- HTTPS encryption
- Access control
- Anti-spam and firewall measures
- Regular security updates
While we take reasonable precautions, no method of data transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
10. Children’s Data
SalonKarachi.com is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If you believe your child has provided data, please contact us to delete it.
11. Third-Party Links
Our site may link to other websites (blogs, tools, services). We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies before sharing information.
12. How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise any of your rights under GDPR or request more information, please email:
📧 Moizraj2233@gmail.com
Subject: GDPR Request – [Your Request Type]
We may ask for identification before responding to ensure your security. We aim to respond within 30 days.
13. Changes to This Policy
We may revise this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date”.
14. Contact Details
If you have any questions or concerns about your privacy or GDPR compliance:
📧 Email: Moizraj2233@gmail.com
🌐 Website: https://SalonKarachi.com
If you’re located in the EU and believe we are unlawfully processing your data, you may lodge a complaint with your national data protection authority.