Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
Effective Date: December 18, 2024
Last Updated: January 8, 2025
Who we are
At Hassan Ukasha (“we,” “us,” or “our”), your privacy is a top priority. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you interact with our website, www.hassanukasha.com (“Website”). It also explains your rights under applicable laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
By using this Website, you consent to the practices described herein.
1. Information We Collect
a. Personal Information
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, such as:
- Name, email address, and phone number (via contact forms or newsletter subscriptions).
- Comments, testimonials, or other content submissions.
b. Non-Personal Information
Automatically collected data includes:
- IP address, browser type, device details, and pages visited.
- User behavior on the Website (e.g., time spent on pages, clicks).
- Data collected through cookies and analytics tools.
c. Content Contributions
Any comments, testimonials, or other content submitted may be displayed publicly.
d. Children’s Privacy
This Website is not intended for individuals under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child under 13 has provided personal data, please contact us immediately at our contact page.
2. How We Use Your Information
Your data is used to:
- Provide personalized content and improve Website functionality.
- Respond to inquiries or comments.
- Send newsletters or updates with your consent.
- Display testimonials or publicly shared feedback.
- Analyze Website traffic and performance using analytics tools.
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
a. Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: Enable Website functionality.
- Analytics Cookies: Collect anonymized data to improve performance.
- Preference Cookies: Save your preferences for future visits.
b. Managing Cookies
You can manage cookies through your browser settings. For tools like Google Analytics, opt out using their opt-outbrowser add-on.
4. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal data. We may share your information with:
- Service Providers: For hosting, email distribution, and analytics.
- Legal Authorities: To comply with legal obligations or court orders.
- Embedded Third-Party Tools: Tools like YouTube, LinkedIn, or Twitter may independently collect data when used on the Website.
5. Third-Party Content and Links
Our Website includes links to third-party websites and embedded content, such as:
- YouTube videos
- Twitter feeds
- LinkedIn profiles
These third parties may independently collect and process your data. We recommend reviewing their respective privacy policies to understand their practices.
6. Your Rights
a. General Rights
- Access: Request access to personal data we hold about you.
- Correction: Request corrections to your data.
- Deletion: Request deletion of your data, where legally permissible.
- Unsubscribe: Opt out of newsletters or promotional communications.
b. GDPR-Specific Rights (EU Residents)
If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the right to:
- Access your personal data.
- Request data correction or deletion.
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
- Request data portability to another service provider.
- Object to certain types of data processing.
c. CCPA Rights (California Residents)
If you are a California resident, you have the right to:
- Know what personal data is collected and how it is used.
- Request deletion of your data.
- Opt out of the “sale” of personal data (even though we do not sell data).
To exercise your rights, contact us at our contact page.
7. Data Retention
We retain your data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or to comply with legal requirements. You may request data deletion at any time by contacting us.
8. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your data. While we strive to safeguard your information, no system is completely secure. Notify us immediately if you suspect unauthorized access or a data breach.
9. Data Transfers (International Users)
If you access the Website from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and stored in the United States. By using the Website, you consent to this transfer.
10. Breach Notification Policy
In the event of a data breach, we will:
- Notify affected users within 72 hours of discovering the breach.
- Provide information about the nature of the breach, compromised data, and remedial actions.
11. Analytics and Tools
We use tools like Google Analytics to track Website performance and user behavior. Google Analytics collects anonymized data such as:
- Geographic location.
- Pages visited and time spent.
- Referring URLs.
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking via their opt-out browser add-on.
12. Updates to This Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable regulations. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date. Continued use of the Website indicates acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, contact us:
Our Contact Page.
Jurisdiction: This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the United States and the State of New York.