Privacy Policy

At ImdadPortal (“we”, “us”, “our”), your privacy matters. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you use imdadportal.com (the “Website”), how we use and protect it, and the choices you have. By using the Website, you agree to the practices described in this policy. This policy works alongside our Cookie Policy and Terms & Conditions.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

When you use the Eligibility Checker, you may enter details such as your age, gender, province, monthly income range, occupation, education level, and family status. This information is used only to match you against the published criteria of the schemes in our database and to display your results. You are not required to create an account, and we do not ask for your name, CNIC, phone number, or any banking information.

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

Like most websites, we automatically receive certain standard technical information when you visit, which may include your browser type, device type, operating system, approximate geographic region, referring page, and the pages you view. This is collected through cookies and analytics tools and helps us understand how the Website is used.

2. How We Use Information

• To operate, maintain, and improve the Website and its features.
• To generate your eligibility results in the Eligibility Checker.
• To analyse traffic and usage patterns so we can improve our content and performance.
• To display advertising that helps keep the Website free to use.
• To detect, prevent, and address technical issues or misuse.

3. Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies to keep the Website working correctly and to understand how it is used. Cookies are small text files placed on your device. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. For a full explanation of the types of cookies we use and how to manage them, please read our Cookie Policy.

4. Advertising and Third Parties (Google AdSense)

To support the cost of running this free service, we may display advertising from third-party partners, including Google AdSense. Please note the following:

• Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on a user’s prior visits to this Website and/or other websites on the Internet.
• Google’s use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads to users based on their visits to this and other sites.
• You may opt out of personalised advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings.
• You can also opt out of some third-party vendors’ use of cookies for personalised advertising by visiting www.aboutads.info.

5. Third-Party Links

Our pages contain links to official government portals and other external websites so you can apply through legitimate sources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

6. Data Retention and Security

We do not sell your personal information to anyone. We apply reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect the limited information processed through the Website. However, please remember that no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Children’s Privacy

The Website is intended for a general audience and is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can remove it.

8. Your Rights and Choices

Because we do not require accounts and collect minimal information, you remain in control. You can browse without entering personal details, clear or block cookies in your browser, and opt out of personalised advertising as described above.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. Any changes take effect when the updated policy is posted on this page, with a revised “last updated” date.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please email us at hello@imdadportal.com.