This Privacy Policy explains how Ahwad ("we", "us", "our"), a modest fashion brand operated from Islamabad, Pakistan, collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal data. By using ahwad.com or registering on our waitlist, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
1. Who We Are
Business Name: Ahwad
Location: Islamabad, Pakistan
Contact: founders.ahwad@gmail.com
Instagram: @ahwadpk
2. Legal Framework
This policy is drafted in accordance with: Pakistan's Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA) 2016; the Pakistan Personal Data Protection Bill (applied in anticipation of enactment); GDPR principles for EU/UK users; UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 for UAE users; and CAN-SPAM Act principles for US users.
3. What We Collect
When you register on our waitlist: your name, email address, country, and city. When you visit our website: browser type, operating system, pages viewed, referring website, and anonymised IP address. We do not collect payment information, national identity numbers, or sensitive personal data.
4. How We Use It
- To notify you when Ahwad officially launches
- To send early access information and exclusive pre-launch previews
- To understand our geographic audience
- To improve our website and user experience
- To comply with legal obligations
We will never sell, rent, trade, or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.
5. Legal Basis
Consent — you voluntarily submit your information. Legitimate Interest — to operate and improve our website. Legal Obligation — where required by applicable law. You may withdraw consent at any time by emailing us.
6. Storage & Security
Your data is stored securely using industry-standard encryption and access controls. We retain your data only as long as necessary for the purpose it was collected, or as required by law.
7. Cookies
Our website uses only cookies strictly necessary for the website to function. We do not currently use advertising cookies, Google Analytics, social media pixels, or behavioural tracking tools.
8. Your Rights
- Right of Access — request a copy of data we hold about you
- Right to Rectification — correct inaccurate information
- Right to Erasure — request deletion of your personal data
- Right to Object — object to processing
- Right to Withdraw Consent — unsubscribe at any time
To exercise any right, email founders.ahwad@gmail.com. We will respond within 30 days.
9. Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed at individuals under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If you believe a child has submitted data, contact us immediately.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy periodically. The "Last Updated" date at the top reflects any changes. Continued use of our website after changes constitutes acceptance.
11. Contact
Ahwad
Email: founders.ahwad@gmail.com
Islamabad, Pakistan
@ahwadpk