Privacy Policy

Last updated: November 11, 2023

Introduction

Welcome to Own Love Instructor, where you can discover more about yourself and grow spiritually. We believe that loving yourself is an important step in connecting with the divine. Our platform is all about providing knowledge and inspiration for free. You can explore the wisdom of Muslim scholars, read poetry, learn from the Quran, and explore Islamic thought. We want to help you on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth, all for free.

This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect and process your information through our website and mobile platform (collectively, the “Site”, “Website”). We encourage you to regularly review this policy, as it may be subject to updates.

Personal info that may be collected

We may collect your name, IP address, email, location, mobile version, and browser to enhance website experience and security.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information: Your name, email, and location.
Technical Information: IP address, device/computer/mobile version, browser details.
Social Media Information: If you log in using social media credentials, we may collect your name, picture, email, and user ID as per the social media platform’s policies.

How We Collect Information

User Input: Information you provide when contacting us via email, including your email address and our responses to your inquiries.
Third-Party Sources: We may receive information from third-party service providers for site functionality, such as country detection based on your IP address.
Automatically Collected Information: When you use our Site, certain information is automatically collected, including device location, details about your computer and devices, IP address, browser type, operating system, account log-in history, and email history.

Just like many other websites, we use cookies to make your experience better. You have the right to reject these cookies if you want.

By choosing to use our site and clicking “Accept Cookies” on the cookie pop-up, you signify your agreement to our use of cookies. If you prefer not to utilize cookies, we kindly request that you refrain from using our website.

Purposes and Lawful Bases of Processing

We process your information for purposes such as responding to inquiries, providing and improving the Site, monitoring traffic, ensuring security, and complying with legal obligations.

Disclosure of Your Information

We may share your information with third-party service providers and under specific circumstances, including legal processes and business transfers.

Use of Information

We use the collected information for:

Enhancing website experience and security
Responding to user requests, suggestions, and questions
Site functionality, including country detection and customization
Analysing user behaviour on our site

Third-Party Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information and refrain from sharing it with third parties unless such sharing is necessary for site functionality or explicitly outlined in this Privacy Policy.

Security Measures

We employ security measures to protect your personal information. However, no online platform is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Third-Party Sites, Apps, and Platforms

Our sites and apps may contain links to third-party sites, apps, and social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Clicking on these links may result in third parties collecting or sharing data about you. We want to make you aware of the following:

1. Third-Party Control: We do not have control over third-party sites, apps, and social media platforms. We recommend reading their privacy policies to understand how they handle your information.

2. External Links: Our Site may link to third-party websites. We have no control over these websites or their data processing practices. This Privacy Policy does not apply to third-party sites, and we are not responsible for their content, actions, or privacy practices.

3. Connectivity with Analytics: Please note that our website may connect with analytics services. By Accepting cookies, you consent to the collection of data by these analytics providers. It is advisable to read and understand the privacy policies of these analytics providers to ensure your information is handled according to your preferences.

4. Review Policies: We encourage you to review the privacy policies and terms of use for any third-party websites or apps you visit. Each site or app may have its own policies, and we are not responsible for their compliance.

5. We use Google AdSense to serve ads on the Site. Google’s ad technology may collect and use information about your visits to this and other websites to provide personalized advertisements to you. To opt-out of personalized ads, you can visit the Google Ad Settings page. Please note that this opt-out does not prevent ads from being displayed; rather, it ensures that the ads you see are not based on your interests. Your use of this site is subject to Google’s Privacy Policy.

Please be cautious when interacting with third-party links, and review their privacy practices, including analytics services. Your use of our website constitutes consent to the data collection practices of third-party websites.

Definition of Cookies

Cookies are small files placed on your computer’s hard disk or mobile storage, serving various purposes, including:

Identifying you during website visits
Enhancing website access speed
Storing personal preferences
Creating a profile based on your interactions
Improving the targeting of our marketing and advertising campaigns

Use of Cookies

When you engage with our website or Accept All cookies, we collect information about your device, such as your IP address and/or browser, for administration purposes, advertising purposes and statistical analysis. This information is generally not personally identifiable. Additionally, technologies like “web beacons,” known as tags, pixel tags, or clear GIFs, are utilized to transmit information back to a web server. In this privacy policy, the term “cookies” encompasses not only cookies but also similar technologies.

Types of Cookies we use

Analytics Cookies:

Cookie Names: _ga, _gid

Purpose: These cookies collect information about website visitor behaviour, aiding in the analysis of website traffic and enhancement of user experience. The data collected is anonymous.

Expiration:

_ga: 2 years
_gid: 24 hours

For Opt-out: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

Ads Cookies:

Cookie Names: _gcl_au, _drt_
Purpose: These cookies facilitate targeted advertising, allowing us to display more relevant ads based on your browsing behavior.

For Opt-out: https://adssettings.google.com/authenticated

Functional Cookies:

This ensures up-to-date content, optimizing the browsing experience.

Cookie: _lscache_vary
Duration: 2 days
Pupose: Litespeed sets this cookie to provide the prevention of cached pages.

Necessary Cookies

Necessary cookies are essential for enabling basic site features, ensuring secure log-in, and adjusting consent preferences. Importantly, these cookies do not store any personally identifiable data. Our SEO Plugin Cookies play a critical role in enhancing functionality and user experience across our websites and the cookies consent app. It’s important to note that when you opt out or reject cookies related to analytics, the SEO Plugin will not fetch data related to your interactions.

What Data Do They Fetch?

SEO Plugin Cookies primarily gather information related to your interaction with our websites. This may include recognizing your preferences, tracking your actions during browsing sessions, and contributing to the overall optimization of our content.

How to Disable These Cookies

While we encourage the use of these cookies for an improved user experience, we understand that you may prefer to disable them. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings or website cookies pop-up. However, it’s important to note that disabling these cookies may limit certain features and functionalities on our websites.

Managing Cookie Preferences

Please be aware that restricting or blocking cookies set on our website may impact the functionality or performance of the website, or prevent you from using certain services provided through the website. Third parties, including advertising networks and providers of external services like website analysis services, may also use cookies. While we may receive services from these third parties (such as targeted advertising purposes and website analytics), the cookies they set are beyond our control.

For more detailed information on how to manage browser cookies, please refer to the documentation or support resources for your specific web browser. Additionally, you can visit https://www.allaboutcookies.org for comprehensive guidance on managing cookies across different browsers.

Safeguarding Online Interactions (Age Limitation)

To maintain a secure digital space, our website is intended for users aged 18 and above. If you are under the age of 18, we kindly request that you refrain from utilizing our site, creating an account, or providing any personal information.

In the event that we inadvertently receive personal data from an individual under 18, whether through fraudulent means or deception, we are committed to taking swift and reasonable steps to delete such information in accordance with applicable laws.

Parents or guardians concerned about their child under 18 providing personal data without consent are encouraged to contact us via email. We appreciate your cooperation in ensuring a safe and appropriate digital experience for all users.

Safeguarding Your Information

While we strive to prioritize the security and privacy of your information, it’s important to note that we do not provide absolute guarantees in this dynamic digital landscape. We have implemented necessary measures, including physical, electronic, and organizational safeguards, to mitigate unauthorized access, disclosure, misuse, alteration, and destruction of the personal data we control. We encourage you to bolster your own security by using anti-virus software, firewalls, and taking other precautions.

Updates to Our Privacy Policy

Our commitment to your privacy is paramount, and we may occasionally make updates or modifications to this Privacy Policy to ensure its accuracy and relevance. The most recent version of the policy will be available on the site, replacing any previous versions.

To stay informed about changes, please refer to the date at the top of this Privacy Policy for the latest update.

Any changes made to this Privacy Policy will be effective immediately upon being posted on the site. Your continued use of our services following these updates signifies your acceptance of the revised terms. We appreciate your trust and understanding as we work to provide you with the best possible privacy safeguards.

Please visit this privacy page regularly to check for any new updates. Your continued engagement ensures awareness of the latest information regarding our privacy practices.

Third-Party Service Providers

We enlist trusted third-party service providers for technical functions like data transmission, storage, and analysis, granting them access only for specified purposes. Information may be shared with providers, such as our web hosting partner, to ensure site functionality and generate usage reports. Our hosting provider, committed to stringent data protection, collects and secures user information through encryption and access controls. No data sale occurs; disclosure is limited to legal requirements or hosting necessities, prioritizing your privacy and trust.

Third-Party Service Providers Policy

We want to make it clear that we do not have access to the data handled by certain third-party services integrated into our platform. For details on their data handling practices, please review their respective privacy policies. If you have any questions or concerns, we encourage you to reach out to them directly for clarification and assistance. Your privacy matters to us, and we are committed to ensuring transparent and reliable information about the handling of your data by third-party services.

Your Choices

You can adjust your browser settings to manage cookies or opt-out of certain data collection. However, this may impact your site experience.

Policy Changes

We may update this Privacy Policy. Any significant changes will be communicated through our site or other means. By using [own love instructor], you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you have any questions or concerns, contact us.

Your Agreement – Consent to data collection

By accessing this Website or accepting cookies, you explicitly consent to Own Love Instructor’s practices of gathering data/information. Your interaction with the website signifies your acknowledgment that this Privacy Policy forms a legally binding agreement between you and Own Love Instructor. We highly value your privacy, and it’s important to highlight that you retain the option to opt out or disable consent anytime concerning our website (excluding third-party interactions). For more information or to disable consent, please contact us via email. However, please be advised that disabling consent will not allow you to use the website, as it relies on collected data for optimal performance. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in this matter.

Please note that as per EU law, user consent is mandatory for accessing and using our website. If you choose not to provide consent, please refrain from using the website, and any data received will be promptly deleted upon your request. Additionally, when you consent to our processing of your personal data for a specified purpose, you may withdraw your consent at any time, and we will cease further processing of your personal data for that purpose.