This Privacy Policy describes how ahmed-iqbal.com collects, uses, and handles your information when you visit and use this website. By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
Information We Collect
Email Address
When you subscribe to our mailing list, we collect your email address. This is stored and managed via MailerLite. We use your email address to send you updates about new books, early access to content, and information related to the Unfuckwithable trilogy and related projects.
AI Chat Widget
This website includes an AI-powered chat widget ("Ask Ahmed") powered by the Anthropic API. When you use this feature, the messages you type are sent to Anthropic's servers to generate responses. We do not store your chat messages on our servers.
For information on how Anthropic handles your data, please refer to their Privacy Policy at anthropic.com/privacy.
Usage Data
We may collect standard web usage data including your IP address, browser type, pages visited, time and date of visit, and time spent on pages. This data is used to understand how the website is used and to improve the experience.
Cookies
This website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent.
How We Use Your Information
- To send you email updates and communications you have subscribed to
- To operate and improve the website
- To understand how visitors use the website
- To respond to your enquiries
Third-Party Services
MailerLite
We use MailerLite to manage email subscriptions. When you subscribe, your email address is stored on MailerLite's servers. MailerLite's Privacy Policy is available at mailerlite.com/legal/privacy-policy.
Anthropic
The Ask Ahmed chat widget is powered by Anthropic's Claude API. Messages sent through the chat widget are processed by Anthropic. Anthropic's Privacy Policy is available at anthropic.com/privacy.
Email Communications
If you subscribe to our mailing list, you may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email we send, or by contacting us directly. We do not sell or share your email address with third parties for marketing purposes.
Data Retention
We retain your email address for as long as you remain subscribed to our mailing list. You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights including the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data. To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.
If you are located in the European Union, your rights are governed by the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). If you are located in Australia, the Australian Privacy Act 1988 applies.
Children's Privacy
This website is not directed at anyone under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 16.
Links to Other Websites
This website may contain links to third-party websites including Amazon. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
Contact
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us via ahmed-iqbal.com.