Introduction

Dr. Aijaz Rasool Chaudhry ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website https://aijazrasoolchaudhry.com (the "Site"). Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Contact us through our contact form
• Subscribe to our newsletter or updates
• Participate in academic discussions or collaborations
• Request information about research opportunities

The personal information we may collect includes:

• Name and contact information (email address, phone number)
• Academic or professional affiliation
• Research interests and background
• Any other information you choose to provide

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Site, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns, including:

• IP address and location data
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on the Site
• Referring website addresses

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Communication: To respond to your inquiries and provide requested information
• Academic Collaboration: To facilitate research collaborations and academic discussions
• Website Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and improve our Site's functionality
• Updates: To send you updates about research, publications, and academic activities (with your consent)
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent, except in the following circumstances:

Academic Collaboration

With your explicit consent, we may share your contact information with other researchers or academic institutions for legitimate research collaboration purposes.

Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting our academic activities, or serving our users, provided they agree to keep this information confidential.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information when required by law or to protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of others.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

Our security measures include:

• Secure data transmission using SSL encryption
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
• Secure hosting and data storage practices

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our Site may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
• Improve website functionality and user experience

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our Site.

Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites, including academic journals, research institutions, and professional networks. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When we no longer need your personal information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request a copy of your personal information in a portable format
• Objection: Object to the processing of your personal information
• Withdrawal: Withdraw consent for processing (where applicable)

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

International Data Transfers

As an academic professional, we may collaborate with researchers and institutions worldwide. If your personal information is transferred to countries outside your jurisdiction, we will ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

Children's Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our Site and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Saudi Arabia. Any disputes arising from this Privacy Policy will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Saudi Arabia.