Privacy Policy
Introduction
This website (the "Site") is managed by Arif and Ricky ("We/Us/Our"). We value your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. Please read this Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and safeguard your information. By using the Site, you agree to the practices outlined in this policy.
Our Site is based in the United Kingdom, and as such, we comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). We recognize that the Site may also be accessed by users in the United States, and we have taken steps to ensure compliance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) where applicable.
We do not sell your personal information to third parties, except as disclosed in this Privacy Policy. If you have any questions or requests about your personal information, please contact the Privacy Officer for this Site at info@arifandricky.com.
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. Collecting Information
1.1 Information You Provide
We collect personal information from you when you interact with the Site. This includes, but is not limited to:
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Submitting questions or content to Us
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Registering on the Site
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Purchasing products or services
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Communicating with Us via email
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Entering competitions
The personal information we may collect (where applicable) includes: name, date of birth, country of residence, gender, username, password, email address, postal address, phone number, mobile number, and payment information (e.g., credit card details).
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
We also collect personal information automatically through your use of the Site. This includes information such as your IP address, device type, browser type, and browsing behavior. This information is collected using cookies and similar technologies, which help us enhance your experience on the Site. You can learn more about cookies and your choices regarding them in the "Cookies and Online Advertising" section of this Privacy Policy.
1.3 Accuracy of Information
You are responsible for ensuring that the registration information you provide is accurate, current, and complete. If any of your information changes, please inform us so we can keep our records up to date.
2. Using Your Information
We use the information we collect for various purposes, including the following:
2.1 Site and Service Improvement
We use your information to operate, maintain, and improve the Site, ensuring it functions efficiently and provides an optimal user experience. This includes:
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Administering and troubleshooting the Site
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Conducting data analysis and testing
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Customizing the content and layout of the Site
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Notifying you about updates and new features
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Ensuring the security of the Site
2.2 Communication and Engagement
We may use your personal information to communicate with you, including:
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Sending you updates, newsletters, or promotional content (with your consent)
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Running competitions and notifying winners
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Offering products, services, or experiences that may interest you
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Responding to inquiries or feedback
2.3 Marketing and Advertising
We may use your information to market products and services to you, either through direct communication or advertising on the Site or other websites. This may include personalized display ads based on your browsing history.
2.4 Contractual Obligations
We use personal data to process transactions and fulfill contracts for the purchase and delivery of goods or services offered through the Site.
2.5 Consent-Based Communication
In some cases, we will send electronic messages (such as emails or texts) with your consent to provide you with information about products, services, or collaborations.
2.6 No Automated Decision-Making
We do not engage in automated decision-making processes, including profiling, that would significantly affect your legal rights or interests.
3. Age Restriction
3.1 Age Limitations
If you are under 18 years old, you cannot register as a member of the Site or use certain services. We may ask for your date of birth when necessary and may deny access to specific areas of the Site if you do not meet the age requirement.
3.2 Parental Consent
If you are under 18 and wish to participate in certain activities such as competitions, we may collect personal information with the consent of a parent or guardian.
4. Note to Parents
4.1 Children’s Privacy
The Site is not specifically directed at children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18, except as necessary for competitions or where parental consent is obtained.
4.2 Parental Monitoring
We recommend that parents/legal guardians monitor their children’s online activities to ensure they do not provide personal information without permission.
4.3 Parental Rights
If you believe your child has submitted personal information to us, you may contact us at info@arifandricky.com. We will inform you of the data we hold about your child and, upon request, either delete or restrict the use of that information.
5. Data Retention
5.1 How Long We Retain Your Information
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including legal obligations and resolving any disputes. Once we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.
5.2 Consent-Based Data Retention
Personal information provided based on your consent will be retained as long as consent is valid. You can withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.
6. Your Rights
Under the GDPR, you have certain rights regarding your personal data. These include:
6.1 Access and Confirmation
You have the right to request confirmation of whether your personal data is being processed and to access a copy of that data.
6.2 Rectification and Completion
You have the right to request that we correct or complete any inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
6.3 Erasure
You can request the deletion of your personal data in certain circumstances, such as when the data is no longer necessary for the purposes for which it was collected.
6.4 Restriction of Processing
You may request that we limit the processing of your personal data, such as when you contest the accuracy of the data or when processing is unlawful but you request restriction instead of erasure.
6.5 Direct Marketing
You can opt out of receiving marketing communications from us at any time.
6.6 Object to Processing
You have the right to object to processing based on our legitimate interests. We will cease processing unless we can demonstrate compelling legitimate grounds that override your rights.
6.7 Withdrawal of Consent
You can withdraw your consent for future processing where consent is the basis for our processing.
6.8 Lodging a Complaint
You have the right to lodge a complaint with the relevant supervisory authority, such as the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) in the UK.
6.9 Responding to Requests
We will respond to your requests for information or action within one month, although this period may be extended by two months if the request is complex.
7. Cookies and Online Advertising
We use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your browsing behavior on the Site. This helps us personalize your experience and improve our services. You can control cookies through your browser settings.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the revised policy will take effect as of the date of posting. Please check this page regularly for any updates.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at info@arifandricky.com.