Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to zaheer.co.in (the “Website”), owned and operated by Zaheer Ahmed Shaik. Your privacy is important to me. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of personal data I collect, how I process it, the rights you have in relation to it, and how you can contact me about privacy-related matters.

2. Scope

This policy applies to all users of the Website, whether as a visitor, client, job applicant or otherwise. It governs how data is collected, used, stored and disclosed in connection with the Website.

3. Information I Collect

3.1 Information You Provide Directly

Name, email address, telephone number, or other contact information when you fill out forms (e.g., Contact form, service enquiry).
Resume/CV and related professional details if you upload them via the Website.
Feedback, testimonials or other content you submit.

3.2 Information Collected Automatically

IP address, browser type and version, device information and operating system.
Pages visited on the Website, referring/exit pages, date/time stamps, time spent on pages and other analytics data.
Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see section 6).

4. Use of Your Information

I may use your information for the following purposes:

To respond to your enquiries, requests or applications.
To provide, improve and personalise the services offered via the Website.
To send you relevant communications (e.g., updates, newsletters) if you have opted-in.
To monitor website usage and performance, and for security and fraud prevention.
To comply with legal obligations and investigations.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

Where applicable under data protection laws (e.g., the EU GDPR), the legal bases I rely on include:

Your consent (for e.g., newsletters, testimonials).

Compliance with a legal obligation.

My legitimate interests (such as improving the Website, marketing my services, ensuring website security) provided they do not override your rights.

6. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

The Website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to personalise content, analyse traffic, and enhance user experience. You can manage cookies through your browser settings. Some functionalities may not work if cookies are disabled.

7. Disclosure of Your Information to Third Parties

I may disclose your information to third parties in the following limited circumstances:

Service providers who perform tasks on my behalf (e.g., email services, analytics providers) under appropriate confidentiality obligations.
If required by law, regulation, legal process or to protect rights, property or safety.
In connection with a business transfer (e.g., merger, sale or acquisition of my business assets) under equivalent obligations.

I do *not* sell or rent your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

8. International Transfers

Your information may be stored and processed in countries other than your own. Whenever I transfer personal data outside your country, I ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place (e.g., standard contractual clauses, adequate security measures) to protect your information.

9. Data Retention

I retain personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes stated above or as required by law. Once data is no longer needed, I will securely delete or anonymise it.

10. Security

I implement and maintain reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against accidental or unlawful destruction, loss, alteration, unauthorised disclosure or access. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and I cannot guarantee absolute security.

11. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have some or all of the following rights with respect to your personal data:

The right to access your data and receive a copy.
The right to correct or update inaccurate or incomplete data.
The right to request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”).
The right to restrict or object to processing of your data.
The right to data portability (receive your data in a structured format and transmit it to another controller).

To exercise any of your rights, please contact me via the “Contact” page. I may ask for proof of identity before processing your request.

12. Children’s Privacy

The Website is not directed at children under 13 (or applicable age). I do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe that I have collected data from a child, please contact me and I will promptly delete the data.

13. Links to Other Sites

This Website may contain links to other websites not controlled or operated by me. This Privacy Policy does not apply to such other sites; I encourage you to read their privacy policies.

14. Changes to This Policy

I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When changes are made, I will revise the “Last Updated” date below and post the new policy. Your continued use of the Website after such changes will constitute your acceptance of the revised policy.

Last Updated: October 2025

15. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or the processing of your personal data, please contact:

Zaheer Ahmed Shaik
Email: [email protected]
Contact: https://zaheer.co.in/#contact