Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Qariq ("we," "our," or "us") operates the website heyqariq.com (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our Site, use our services, or interact with us in any way.

By accessing or using our Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Site immediately.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We collect information you voluntarily provide when you:

• Fill out our contact or audit request forms (name, email, company, phone number)
• Subscribe to our newsletter
• Request a consultation or service quote
• Communicate with us via email or other channels

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our Site, we may automatically collect:

• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device type, screen resolution
• Usage Data: Pages viewed, time spent on pages, click patterns, referring URLs
• IP Address: Your internet protocol address and approximate geographic location
• Cookies & Tracking: Data collected through cookies, pixels, and similar technologies (see our Cookie Policy)

2.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from third-party sources including analytics providers, advertising networks, and social media platforms, which we may combine with information we collect directly.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Respond to your inquiries and provide requested services
• Send you marketing communications (with your consent)
• Deliver our free automation audit and related materials
• Improve and optimize our Site's performance and user experience
• Analyze usage trends and measure the effectiveness of our marketing
• Prevent fraud, enforce our terms, and comply with legal obligations
• Personalize content and recommendations based on your interests

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data with:

• Service Providers: Third-party vendors who help us operate our business (e.g., email platforms, analytics tools, CRM systems, hosting providers)
• Business Partners: Trusted partners for joint marketing activities, only with your consent
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, subpoena, or government request
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Typically:

• Contact form data: Retained for 3 years after last interaction
• Newsletter subscribers: Until you unsubscribe
• Analytics data: Aggregated and anonymized after 26 months

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
• Portability: Request a machine-readable copy of your data
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time
• Restrict Processing: Request that we limit how we use your data

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at privacy@heyqariq.com.

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including encryption, access controls, and secure data storage. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. International Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Site and services are not directed to individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal data, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us: