Privacy Policy

Introduction

Alfaaz is a literary initiative created to promote, preserve, and share the beauty of Urdu poetry and its poets. We are committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding any personally identifiable information collected through your interaction with our platform.

Scope

This Privacy Policy applies to Alfaaz and governs how we collect, use, and share information. It does not apply to any third-party websites we may link to. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites.

Age Limit

Our services are intended for users aged 18 or older, or for minors with the consent of their parents or guardians. We do not knowingly collect data from anyone outside these conditions.

Information We Collect

1. Information You Provide to Us Directly

We may collect personal data such as:

• Your name and email address (when you contact us or subscribe)
• Any comments, contributions, or form submissions you make on the website

2. Information We Collect Automatically

When you browse Alfaaz, we may collect:

• Pages you visit and your behavior on-site
• IP address and geolocation
• Device and browser information
• Referrer website
• Cookies to enhance your browsing experience and remember preferences

Use of Collected Information

We may use the information we collect to:

• Improve user experience and website performance
• Send you poetry updates, newsletters, or event notifications.
• Track overall engagement and traffic.
• Protect the integrity and security of our content.

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with unaffiliated third parties. We may use secure third-party tools for email delivery or analytics (e.g., Google Analytics, Mailchimp).

Cookies

Cookies are small data files used to recognize repeat users and personalize your experience. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, though some site features may not work properly without them.

Legal Compliance

We may disclose your information if required by law or if we believe it is necessary to:

• Comply with a legal obligation
• Protect our rights or property
• Prevent fraud or abuse

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. All changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Your continued use of Alfaaz implies acceptance of the current version.