Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy governs the manner in which Sarmad Gardezi collects, uses, maintains, and discloses information collected from users ("User") of the sarmadgardezi.com website and all associated services (the "Site"). This policy applies to the Site and all products and services offered by Sarmad Gardezi.

1. Information Collection and Usage

1.1. Personal Identification Information (Google Sign-In)

When a user chooses to log in or sign up to the Site (to access courses, services, or restricted content), they may do so using the Google Sign-In button. By using this method, the User authorizes Google to share certain personal data with us.

Data Collected via Google Sign-In:

• Name: Used for account personalization and course certificates.
• Email Address: Used for account authentication, transactional messages, and service-related communications.
• Profile Picture (URL): Used for personalizing the User's account dashboard.
• Unique Google User ID: Used to securely link the account to our Firebase backend.

We DO NOT collect, store, or have access to your Google password or any sensitive data beyond what is explicitly shared by Google as part of the authentication process.

1.2. Transactional and Financial Data

When a User purchases a course or service, we collect:

• Billing Information: Name, address, and contact details necessary for invoicing.
• Payment Confirmation: We use third-party payment processors (e.g., Stripe, PayPal). We DO NOT store or have direct access to your credit card numbers.

2. Data Storage and Security

2.1. Infrastructure and Security Measures

We utilize Google Firebase and Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services to store and manage all User data, including authentication records. This infrastructure is protected by Google's industry-leading security protocols.

2.2. Data Retention and Deletion

We retain personal data for as long as your account is active. If you wish to delete your account and all associated personal data, please contact us using the information in Section 6.

3. Sharing Your Personal Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent Users’ personal identification information to others. We only share your data with essential third-party service providers necessary to operate the service.

4. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal identifiable information from children under 13.

7. Policy Updates

Sarmad Gardezi has the discretion to update this privacy policy at any time. When we do, we will revise the "Effective Date" at the top of this page.