Privacy Policy

Our Commitment to Your Privacy

At Bannu Book, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your data when you visit our website.

Effective Date: January 1, 2026
Last Updated: January 1, 2026

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

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

• Submit a business listing to our directory
• Contact us via email or contact forms
• Subscribe to our newsletter or updates
• Participate in surveys or feedback forms

This information may include:

• Name and business name
• Email address and phone number
• Business address and location
• Business category and description
• Website URL and social media links

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing behavior, including:

• IP address and browser type
• Operating system and device information
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website and exit pages
• Date and time of visit

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

Service Provision

• To display business listings in our directory
• To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
• To send you updates, newsletters, and promotional materials (with your consent)
• To improve and maintain our website functionality

Analytics and Improvement

• To analyze website traffic and user behavior
• To identify and fix technical issues
• To enhance user experience and website design
• To develop new features and services

Legal and Security

• To comply with legal obligations and regulations
• To protect against fraud, abuse, and security threats
• To enforce our Terms of Use and other policies

3. Data Storage and Security

Firebase Integration

Our website uses Google Firebase services for data storage and authentication. Firebase provides secure cloud-based infrastructure with industry-standard security measures. Your data is stored on Firebase servers and is subject to Google's Privacy Policy.

Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Encryption of data in transit using SSL/TLS
• Secure authentication and access controls
• Regular security audits and updates
• Restricted access to personal information

Important: While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and collect analytics data.

Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality and cannot be disabled
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website
• Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings

Managing Cookies

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect website functionality and your user experience.

5. Third-Party Services

Our website may use third-party services that collect, monitor, and analyze data:

Google Firebase

Used for database, authentication, and hosting services. Subject to Google's Privacy Policy.

Font Awesome & Google Fonts

Used for icons and typography. These services may collect usage data.

Social Media Links

Our website contains links to social media platforms (Facebook, WhatsApp). When you click these links, you are subject to those platforms' privacy policies.

6. Your Privacy Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Objection: Object to processing of your personal information
• Withdrawal: Withdraw consent for data processing at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us at akf27331@gmail.com.

7. Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately so we can delete it.

8. 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 by law. Business directory listings remain active until you request removal.

9. International Users

Our website is operated from Pakistan. If you are accessing our website from outside Pakistan, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in Pakistan or other countries where our service providers operate. By using our website, you consent to this transfer.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on this page
• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• Sending you an email notification (if you have subscribed)

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

11. Contact Us

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