Privacy Policy

Your privacy matters to us. Learn how we protect and handle your personal information.

Last Updated: September 13, 2025
Effective Date: September 13, 2025
Introduction

Welcome to ScentReviews.pk ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website ScentReviews.pk and use our services related to perfume and fragrance reviews, ratings, and wishlists.

By using our website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our services.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you create an account with us, we may collect:

  • Email address (required)
  • Password (encrypted and stored securely)
  • Name (optional)
  • Username (optional)

Automatically Collected Information

We may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device information
  • Pages visited and time spent on our site
  • Referral sources

Third-Party Services

Our website uses third-party services that may collect information:

  • Authentication Provider: Our third-party authentication service may use cookies and collect data necessary for account security and functionality
  • Database and Hosting Services: We use third-party providers for database storage and website hosting
  • Analytics (Planned): We may implement analytics tools such as Google Analytics to understand user behavior and improve our services
How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for:

  • Creating and managing your user account
  • Enabling you to rate, review, and wishlist perfumes
  • Providing customer support and responding to inquiries
  • Improving our website functionality and user experience
  • Analyzing usage patterns and site performance
  • Communicating with you about your account or our services
  • Marketing communications (if you opt-in and when we implement this feature)
Information Sharing and Disclosure

Current Practices

We do not currently sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties, except:

  • To our trusted third-party service providers (authentication, database, hosting) who assist in operating our website
  • When required by law or to protect our rights and safety

Future Considerations

We may update our data sharing practices to include:

  • Sharing aggregated, non-personal information with perfume brands or industry partners
  • Marketing partnerships (with your explicit consent)
  • Enhanced analytics and personalization services

Any significant changes to our data sharing practices will be communicated through an updated Privacy Policy.

Data Security

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

Your account password is encrypted and stored securely. We recommend using a strong, unique password for your account.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our third-party authentication provider may use cookies to maintain your login session and ensure secure access to your account. When we implement analytics tools, additional cookies may be used to track website usage and performance.

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences, though disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

  • Access and update your personal information through your account settings
  • Delete your account and associated data by contacting us
  • Opt-out of marketing communications (when implemented)
  • Request information about what personal data we hold about you

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@scentreviews.pk.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. We may retain certain information for legitimate business purposes or as required by law, even after account deletion.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will take steps to remove such information.

International Users

ScentReviews.pk is primarily intended for users in Pakistan. If you are accessing our services 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 are located.

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 Privacy Policy on this page
  • Updating the "Last Updated" date
  • Sending an email notification for significant changes (if you have provided your email)
Contact Information

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

Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of Pakistan. Any disputes arising from this Privacy Policy will be subject to the jurisdiction of Pakistani law.

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