Privacy Policy
Effective date: May 6, 2025
1 – Who We Are
Hamvatan Media Corp. ("Hamvatan", "we", "us") is the Data Controller for Personal Data collected through Hamvatan.org.
2 – Information We Collect
| Category | Examples |
|---|---|
| Registration Data | Phone number (verified via Firebase), name, confirmed email address |
| Usage Data | IP address, browser type/version, pages visited, timestamps, device IDs |
| Cookies & Tracking | Google Analytics; session, preference, and security cookies |
| Payment Data (Featured Placement) | Transaction ID, amount, card last‑4 (if handled via third‑party processor) |
3 – How We Use Data
- Provide, secure and maintain the Service
- Authenticate users and manage listings
- Display listings and calculate "likes" rankings
- Process Featured Placement payments
- Communicate updates, newsletters or marketing (opt‑out anytime)
- Comply with legal obligations
4 – Legal Bases (GDPR)
- Contract performance (operate your account)
- Legitimate interests (Service analytics, fraud prevention)
- Legal obligation (retain data for law‑enforcement requests)
- Consent (marketing emails)
5 – Data Retention & Deletion
| Data | Retention |
|---|---|
| Active accounts & listings | While your account is active |
| Soft‑deleted listings | 90 days, then permanent deletion |
| Backup archives | Rotated and fully overwritten within 180 days |
| Payment records | 7 years (tax & accounting) |
You can request deletion or export of Personal Data via email; identity verification is required.
6 – Disclosure of Data
- Service Providers: Firebase Authentication, Google Analytics, payment processors.
- Legal Authorities: We disclose Personal Data only upon valid court order, subpoena, or equivalent legal process.
7 – Security
We employ industry‑standard safeguards (encryption in transit, access controls). No method is 100% secure.
8 – International Transfers
Data is stored and processed in Canada. By using the Service you consent to this transfer.
9 – Your Rights (EEA Users)
Rights to access, rectify, erase, restrict, port or object to processing. Email requests to hamvatan.toronto@gmail.com.
10 – Children's Privacy
The Service is not directed to individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from minors.
11 – Changes to This Policy
We may update this Policy. Material changes will be posted on the Site and may be emailed. Continued use after posting constitutes acceptance.
12 – Contact (Privacy Officer)
Privacy Officer, Hamvatan Media Corp.
Email: hamvatan.toronto@gmail.com
Phone: +1 (647) 869‑0098