Privacy Policy

    Your Privacy is Our Priority

    Effective Date: January 2025

    Introduction

    Hostings House ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website and services.

    Pakistan Data Protection: We comply with Pakistani data protection regulations and international standards, ensuring your data is handled with the utmost care and security.

    Information We Collect

    Personal Information

    • Identity Data: Full name, CNIC/Passport number (for Pakistani residents), date of birth
    • Contact Data: Email address, phone number, billing/shipping address
    • Financial Data: Payment card details, bank account information (processed securely)
    • Account Data: Username, password (encrypted), service preferences

    Technical Information

    • IP address and geolocation data (for currency detection)
    • Browser type and version
    • Device information and operating system
    • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

    How We Use Your Information

    We use your information for the following purposes:

    Service Delivery

    • • Process your orders and payments
    • • Provide hosting services
    • • Manage your account
    • • Deliver customer support

    Communication

    • • Send service updates
    • • Billing notifications
    • • Security alerts
    • • Marketing (with consent)

    Pakistan-Specific: We automatically detect Pakistani users to display prices in PKR and provide localized payment options for better service.

    Data Sharing & Disclosure

    We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share your data only in these circumstances:

    Service Providers

    Trusted third parties who assist in operating our services (payment processors, data centers)

    Legal Requirements

    When required by Pakistani law, PTA regulations, or valid legal processes

    Business Transfers

    In case of merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (with prior notice)

    Data Security

    Our Security Measures

    • ✓ SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
    • ✓ Encrypted password storage
    • ✓ Regular security audits
    • ✓ Firewall protection
    • ✓ Access controls and authentication
    • ✓ PCI DSS compliance for payments
    • ✓ Regular data backups
    • ✓ 24/7 security monitoring

    Your Privacy Rights

    Pakistani Citizens' Rights

    Under Pakistani data protection laws, you have specific rights regarding your personal data.

    You have the right to:

    • • Access your personal data
    • • Correct inaccurate data
    • • Request data deletion
    • • Object to data processing
    • • Data portability
    • • Withdraw consent

    How to Exercise Your Rights:

    Contact our Data Protection Officer:

    [email protected]

    We respond within 30 days

    Data Retention

    We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations:

    • Active account data: Retained while account is active
    • Billing records: 7 years (Pakistani tax law requirement)
    • Support tickets: 2 years after resolution
    • Marketing data: Until consent is withdrawn
    • Security logs: 90 days

    International Data Transfers

    Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside Pakistan for service delivery. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place:

    • • Data processing agreements with all processors
    • • Compliance with international data protection standards
    • • Encryption during transfer

    Children's Privacy

    Our services are not directed to individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected data from a minor, please contact us immediately.

    Changes to This Policy

    We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Significant changes will be notified via email or prominent notice on our website. The "Effective Date" at the top indicates the latest revision.

    Contact Us

    Data Protection Officer

    Hostings House

    Email: [email protected]

    Support: [email protected]

    Phone: +92 42 35174471

    WhatsApp: +92 3 111 104 222

    Address: 171 B1, Johar Town, Lahore 54000, Pakistan

    For privacy concerns or to exercise your data rights, please email our Data Protection Officer. Pakistani residents can also file complaints with relevant data protection authorities.

    Your privacy matters to us. We are committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy rights under Pakistani and international law.