This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and share your personal information when you use our Service. It also informs you about your privacy rights and how applicable laws protect you.
By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of your information in accordance with this policy. This Privacy Policy was created with the help of legal guidelines and best practices.
Interpretation and Definitions
Interpretation
Words with capitalized first letters have specific meanings defined below. These definitions apply whether the terms are used in singular or plural form.
Definitions
For the purposes of this Privacy Policy:
- Account means the individual profile created by you to access our Service or its features.
- Affiliate refers to any organization that is controlled by, controls, or is under shared control with us. “Control” means owning 50% or more of voting shares or authority.
- Company (referred to as “the Company”, “We”, “Us” or “Our”) refers to Fikfapes.
- Cookies are small files placed on your device that store browsing information and support various functions of the Service.
- Country refers to Pakistan.
- Device means any electronic device used to access the Service, including computers, smartphones, or tablets.
- Personal Data refers to information that can be used to identify a specific individual.
- Service refers to our website and its functions.
- Service Provider means third-party individuals or companies who help us manage and provide the Service.
- Usage Data is data collected automatically from your interaction with the Service, such as pages visited or time spent.
- Website refers to Fikfapes, accessible at https://fikfapes.com.
- You means the person or organization accessing the Service.
Types of Data We Collect
Personal Data
When using our Service, you may be asked to provide personally identifiable information that can be used to contact or identify you. This may include, but is not limited to:
- Email address
- Usage Data
Usage Data
We automatically collect Usage Data when you use the Service. This may include:
- Your device’s IP address
- Browser type and version
- Pages visited on our site
- Date and time of visit
- Time spent on pages
- Unique device identifiers
- Diagnostic data
When accessing the Service via a mobile device, we may collect:
- Type of mobile device
- Device ID
- Mobile IP address
- Operating system
- Mobile browser type
- Other diagnostic information
Your browser may also send us data when you access the Service.
Tracking Technologies and Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies to monitor activity on our Service and store certain information. Technologies we use include:
- Cookies or Browser Cookies: Small files stored on your device. You can refuse cookies via your browser settings. If you block cookies, some parts of the Service may not work properly.
- Web Beacons: Small electronic files in emails or web pages that help track engagement, such as email opens or page visits.
Cookies may be either Session Cookies (deleted after you close your browser) or Persistent Cookies (remain on your device until manually deleted).
We use both types of cookies for the following reasons:
- Essential Cookies (Session): These are necessary for features like account login and fraud prevention.
- Acceptance Cookies (Persistent): These remember whether you’ve agreed to our use of cookies.
- Functionality Cookies (Persistent): These store your preferences like language and login credentials for a personalized experience.
For more details on our cookie usage, please refer to our Cookie Policy.
How We Use Your Personal Data
We use your data for various purposes, including:
- To provide and maintain the Service: Including tracking usage and ensuring functionality.
- To manage your account: Giving you access to features available only to registered users.
- To fulfill contracts: Including processing orders or service agreements.
- To communicate with you: Sending updates, notifications, and service-related announcements.
- To send promotional material: Including similar offers or information, unless you opt out.
- To manage your requests: Such as support inquiries or data-related questions.
- For business transitions: Such as mergers, acquisitions, or restructuring.
- For other purposes: Including analytics, service improvement, and campaign effectiveness.
Sharing Your Data
Your data may be shared in these scenarios:
- With Service Providers: To help analyze usage or contact you.
- During business transfers: Like mergers or asset sales.
- With Affiliates: Under the same privacy rules.
- With partners: To offer products, promotions, or services.
- Public interactions: Information you share in public areas may be visible to others.
- With your consent: We may share information for other purposes with your approval.
Data Retention
We keep your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes listed in this policy. We may retain it longer if required by law or for dispute resolution and enforcement.
Usage Data is usually stored for a shorter time unless it’s needed for security, service improvement, or legal reasons.
Transferring Your Data
Your data may be processed or stored in locations outside your region, where data protection laws may differ. By using our Service, you agree to this transfer.
We take reasonable steps to ensure your data remains secure and is handled according to this Privacy Policy.
Deleting Your Data
You have the right to delete your personal data. You can:
- Manage your data within your account settings
- Contact us to request data removal or updates
Please note, we may retain certain data if required for legal compliance or legitimate business interests.
Disclosure of Data
Business Transactions
If the Company undergoes a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your data may be part of the transferred assets. We will notify you beforehand.
Legal Obligations
We may disclose your data if legally required or in response to valid government or law enforcement requests.
Legal Protections
We may also disclose data to:
- Comply with legal responsibilities
- Defend our rights or property
- Investigate potential violations
- Protect user or public safety
- Prevent liability
Security of Your Data
While we strive to use commercially acceptable security measures, no online method is 100% secure. We work hard to protect your data, but we can’t guarantee absolute security.
Children’s Privacy
Our Service is not intended for anyone under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If you believe a child has submitted data, please contact us. We will take steps to remove it promptly.
In regions where parental consent is required, we may need approval before collecting a child’s data.
Third-Party Links
Our Service may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. We recommend reading their policies before providing personal data.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make changes, we’ll:
- Post the new policy on this page
- Notify you via email or a notice on our website
- Update the “Last Updated” date at the top
Please check this page periodically to stay informed.