Privacy Policy

CheckMyHalal (“we”, “us”, “our”) operates the website checkmyhalal.com (the “Service”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you use our Service. We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with applicable data protection laws, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the EU General Data Protection Regulation (EU GDPR), the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and the Australian Privacy Act 1988.

1. Information we collect

1.1 Information you provide

Newsletter subscription: If you choose to subscribe to our halal alerts newsletter, we collect your email address. This is the only personal data we actively collect. We use your email address solely to send you halal food updates, new product alerts, and relevant news.

1.2 Information we do not collect

• Cookies: We do not use cookies. Our website does not set any first-party or third-party cookies on your device.
• Analytics: We do not currently use any analytics or tracking services (such as Google Analytics).
• Advertising: We do not serve advertisements or use advertising trackers.
• Account data: We do not require you to create an account to use our Service.

1.3 Automatically collected information

Our web server may automatically log standard technical data such as your IP address, browser type, and the pages you visit. This data is used solely for server operation and security purposes, and is not used for tracking or profiling. Server logs are retained for a maximum of 30 days and then deleted.

2. Legal basis for processing (GDPR)

Under the GDPR, we process your personal data on the following legal bases:

• Consent: When you subscribe to our newsletter, you provide your explicit consent to receive emails from us. You can withdraw this consent at any time by unsubscribing.
• Legitimate interests: We process server log data for the legitimate interest of maintaining the security and operation of our website.

3. How we use your information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To send you our halal alerts newsletter (if you have subscribed)
• To maintain the security and operation of our website
• To respond to your enquiries if you contact us

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to any third parties. We do not use your data for profiling, automated decision-making, or targeted advertising.

4. Data sharing

We may share your email address with a trusted third-party email service provider solely for the purpose of delivering our newsletter. Any such provider is contractually required to process your data only on our instructions and to maintain appropriate security measures. We do not share your data with any other third parties.

5. Data retention

• Newsletter emails: We retain your email address for as long as you remain subscribed. When you unsubscribe, your email address is deleted from our mailing list within 30 days.
• Server logs: Standard server log data is retained for a maximum of 30 days.

6. Your rights

Depending on your location, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

For UK and EU residents (GDPR)

• Right of access: You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Right to rectification: You can request that we correct any inaccurate data.
• Right to erasure: You can request that we delete your personal data.
• Right to restrict processing: You can request that we limit how we use your data.
• Right to data portability: You can request your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
• Right to withdraw consent: You can unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email or by contacting us directly.
• Right to lodge a complaint: You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority. In the UK, this is the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk.

For US residents (CCPA)

• Right to know: You can request details about the personal information we collect about you.
• Right to delete: You can request that we delete your personal information.
• Right to opt-out: We do not sell personal information.
• Right to non-discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.

For Canadian residents

Under the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), you have the right to access and correct your personal information. You may also withdraw consent for the collection, use, or disclosure of your personal information at any time.

For Australian residents

Under the Australian Privacy Act 1988, you have the right to access and correct your personal information. You may also lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) if you believe your privacy has been breached.

For German residents

In addition to GDPR rights, German residents can contact the relevant state data protection authority (Landesdatenschutzbeauftragte) with any concerns about data processing.

7. Data security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our website is served over HTTPS to encrypt data in transit. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. International data transfers

Our Service is accessible to users in the United Kingdom, United States, Canada, Australia, and Germany. If your data is transferred outside your country of residence, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

9. Children’s privacy

Our Service is not directed at children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 16. If you believe we have inadvertently collected data from a child under 16, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.

10. Third-party links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites (such as certification body websites, Open Food Facts, and manufacturer websites). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal data.

11. Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this page periodically. Your continued use of the Service after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

12. Contact us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your data rights, or have a complaint, please contact us:

Email: info@checkmyhalal.com