Privacy Policy

1. Purpose & Scope

This Privacy Policy outlines the exact data collection and retention practices of malikusman.me, operated by Muhammad Usman Ali (independent SEO consultant based in Lahore, Pakistan). This policy avoids vague generic language and names the exact tools, data flows, and security measures implemented on this domain.

2. Exact Data We Collect

We collect only the minimum data required to evaluate audit inquiries and monitor aggregate search performance:

• Direct Contact Submissions: When you complete the contact or audit request form, we collect your name, email address, website URL, and details describing your search problem.
• First-Party Analytics Data: Page visit telemetry, session duration, device viewport dimensions, and geographic country level data via Google Analytics 4.
• Search Engine Telemetry: Anonymized query impressions, click performance, and crawler access logs via Google Search Console.

3. Disclosed Third-Party Tools & Usage

We do not sell, rent, or trade your information. The following specific third-party tools process data on this website:

• Google Analytics 4 (GA4): Analyzes aggregate traffic patterns and engagement metrics. IP addresses are anonymized by default.
• Google Search Console (GSC): Monitors server indexing health, crawl errors, and query performance.
• Transactional Email Relays: Form submissions are relayed directly to contact@malikusman.me and advisory@malikusman.me for the sole purpose of responding to your inquiry.

4. Cookie Policy

This site uses standard session and analytics cookies required for secure routing and GA4 traffic measurement. We do not use third-party behavioral advertising trackers, retargeting pixels (such as Meta Pixel or TikTok Ads), or data-broker cookies.

5. Data Retention & User Rights

Contact form submissions and client audit data are retained for a maximum of 24 months for client historical reference, after which they are securely purged. You have the right to request access to any personal data held, or to request immediate deletion of your submission, by emailing contact@malikusman.me.

6. Children's Privacy

This website provides commercial and enterprise SEO consulting services and is not directed at children under the age of 13.

7. Contact for Data Privacy

For any questions or data deletion requests, contact Muhammad Usman Ali directly at contact@malikusman.me.