Privacy Policy

Last Updated: June 21, 2025

At Get Strategiq, we are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information with transparency and care. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your information when you use our website, services, or interact with us.

1. Who We Are

Get Strategiq is an AI SEO agency that helps B2B companies earn AI citations and improve their search visibility. We are based in India and serve clients globally.

Contact Information:

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide to Us

  • Contact Forms: Name, email address, company name, website URL, company size, and business challenges
  • Service Inquiries: Information about your business needs, marketing goals, and project requirements
  • Newsletter Subscriptions: Email address and communication preferences
  • Resource Downloads: Name, email, job title, and website information for accessing our guides and resources

2.2 Information We Collect Automatically

  • Website Analytics: IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and time spent on our site
  • Cookies and Tracking: Information about your browsing behavior and preferences
  • Communication Records: Records of our interactions with you, including emails and consultation notes

2.3 Information from Third Parties

  • Referral Partners: Information shared by business partners or referral sources
  • Public Sources: Publicly available business information to better understand your company and industry

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

3.1 Service Delivery

  • Providing AI SEO audits, consulting, and marketing services
  • Analyzing your website and search visibility
  • Developing customized AI search strategies
  • Managing ongoing client relationships

3.2 Communication

  • Responding to your inquiries and service requests
  • Sending newsletters and educational content about AI search trends
  • Providing updates about our services and industry insights
  • Following up on consultations and project progress

3.3 Business Operations

  • Processing payments and managing contracts
  • Improving our website and services
  • Conducting market research and analysis
  • Complying with legal obligations

3.4 Legal Basis for Processing

We process your information based on:

  • Consent: When you provide explicit consent (e.g., newsletter subscriptions)
  • Contract Performance: To deliver services you’ve requested
  • Legitimate Interests: To improve our services and communicate about relevant business opportunities
  • Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

4.1 Service Providers

We work with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our business:

  • Website Hosting: Netlify (for website hosting and form processing)
  • Analytics: Google Analytics (for website performance analysis)
  • Email Services: For delivering newsletters and communications
  • Cloud Storage: For secure data storage and backup

4.2 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the business transaction.

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information when required by law, legal process, or to protect our rights and safety.

5. International Data Transfers

As a global business, we may transfer your information across borders. When we do:

  • Adequate Protections: We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place
  • Standard Contractual Clauses: We use approved contractual protections
  • Adequacy Decisions: We rely on jurisdictions with adequate data protection laws

6. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

6.1 Universal Rights

  • Access: Request information about how we process your data
  • Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
  • Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
  • Objection: Object to certain processing activities
  • Restriction: Limit how we process your information

6.2 Specific Regional Rights

For EU/UK Residents (GDPR):

  • Right to withdraw consent at any time
  • Right to lodge a complaint with supervisory authorities
  • Right to object to direct marketing

For California Residents (CCPA/CPRA):

  • Right to know what personal information is collected
  • Right to delete personal information
  • Right to opt-out of sale (we don’t sell personal information)
  • Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights

For Canadian Residents (PIPEDA):

  • Right to access personal information
  • Right to challenge accuracy and completeness
  • Right to withdraw consent

7. Data Security

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your information:

7.1 Technical Safeguards

  • Encryption: Data is encrypted in transit and at rest
  • Access Controls: Limited access on a need-to-know basis
  • Regular Security Updates: Systems are regularly updated and patched
  • Secure Hosting: Reliable, secure hosting infrastructure

7.2 Organizational Measures

  • Privacy Training: Staff are trained on data protection principles
  • Data Handling Policies: Clear procedures for handling personal information
  • Incident Response: Procedures for responding to data breaches
  • Regular Audits: Periodic reviews of our security practices

8. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide Services: During the course of our business relationship
  • Legal Requirements: As required by applicable laws
  • Business Purposes: For legitimate business needs

Typical Retention Periods:

  • Client Information: 7 years after the end of our business relationship
  • Marketing Communications: Until you unsubscribe or withdraw consent
  • Website Analytics: 26 months (Google Analytics default)
  • Legal Documents: As required by law

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies:

9.1 Types of Cookies

  • Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand website usage
  • Marketing Cookies: Used for relevant advertising and marketing

9.2 Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

11. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. When we do:

  • Notification: We’ll notify you of material changes
  • Effective Date: Changes become effective on the date specified
  • Review: We encourage you to review this policy regularly

13. Contact Us

To exercise your privacy rights or if you have questions about this policy:

13.1 Privacy Requests

Use our contact form and specify “Privacy Request” in your message.

13.2 General Inquiries

For general questions about our privacy practices, contact us through our website.

13.3 Regulatory Authorities

If you’re not satisfied with our response, you may contact the relevant data protection authority in your jurisdiction.

Jurisdiction-Specific Information

European Union & United Kingdom

This policy complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and UK Data Protection laws. Our lawful basis for processing is typically consent or legitimate interests.

United States (California)

California residents have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA). We do not sell personal information.

Canada

This policy complies with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and provincial privacy laws.

Other Jurisdictions

We strive to comply with applicable data protection laws in all jurisdictions where we operate or serve clients.

This Privacy Policy demonstrates our commitment to protecting your privacy while serving clients globally. We regularly review and update our practices to ensure continued compliance with evolving privacy laws and best practices.