This Privacy Policy describes how your personal information is collected, used, and shared when you visit or engage services from https://www.ismailzakaria.com/ (the "Site") or contact Dr. Ismail Mohammad Zakaria for speaking engagements, corporate training, or business consulting services.

Dr. Ismail Mohammad Zakaria operates as a Social Business Entrepreneur & Speaker based in Chattogram, Bangladesh, with business operations extending internationally through various ventures.

Website Visitors
When you visit the Site, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including information about your web browser, IP address, time zone, and some of the cookies that are installed on your device. Additionally, as you browse the Site, we collect information about the individual web pages that you view, what websites or search terms referred you to the Site, and information about how you interact with the Site. We refer to this automatically-collected information as "Device Information."

We collect Device Information using the following technologies:

• Cookies are data files that are placed on your device or computer and often include an anonymous unique identifier. For more information about cookies, and how to disable cookies, visit http://www.allaboutcookies.org.
• Log files track actions occurring on the Site, and collect data including your IP address, browser type, Internet service provider, referring/exit pages, and date/time stamps.
• Web beacons, tags, and pixels are electronic files used to record information about how you browse the Site.

Service Inquiries and Communications
When you contact us for speaking engagements, corporate training, or consulting services through our website, email, WhatsApp, or phone, we collect certain information from you, including:

• Your name and professional title
• Organization/company name
• Email address and phone number
• Event details and service requirements
• Communication preferences
• Any specific requests or requirements

We refer to this information as "Service Information."

WhatsApp Communications
As our primary communication method is WhatsApp (+880 1756 850435), when you contact us via WhatsApp, we may collect:

• Your phone number and WhatsApp profile information
• Message content and communication history
• Response preferences and availability
• Professional requirements and event details

When we talk about "Personal Information" in this Privacy Policy, we are talking about Device Information, Service Information, and WhatsApp Communications collectively.

Service Delivery and Communication
We use the Service Information that we collect to:

• Respond to speaking engagement and consulting inquiries
• Coordinate service delivery and event planning
• Provide quotes, proposals, and service agreements
• Communicate about event details, schedules, and logistics
• Follow up on service delivery and gather feedback
• Send relevant business information and updates when requested

Website Optimization and Analytics
We use Device Information to:

• Improve and optimize our Site functionality and user experience
• Generate analytics about how visitors browse and interact with the Site
• Assess the success of our marketing and content strategies
• Screen for potential security risks and fraudulent activity

Marketing and Business Development
When in line with the preferences you have shared with us, we may use your information to:

• Provide information about our speaking topics and services
• Share relevant business insights and thought leadership content
• Notify you of speaking opportunities that may be of interest
• Send updates about our business ventures and expertise areas

We share your Personal Information with third parties only to help us provide and improve our services:

Service Providers
We may share information with:

• Email service providers for professional communications
• Calendar and scheduling services for appointment management
• Analytics providers (such as Google Analytics) to understand website usage
• WhatsApp for primary business communications

Legal and Business Protection
We may share your Personal Information to:

• Comply with applicable laws and regulations
• Respond to subpoenas, search warrants, or other lawful requests for information
• Protect our rights, property, and safety
• Protect the rights and safety of our clients and partners

Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to help us understand how visitors use the Site. You can read more about how Google uses your Personal Information here: https://www.google.com/intl/en/policies/privacy/. You can opt-out of Google Analytics here: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.

We respect your communication preferences and provide options for:

• Email communications about services and business insights
• WhatsApp messaging for inquiries and coordination
• Professional updates and thought leadership content
• Event and speaking opportunity notifications

You can opt-out of marketing communications at any time by:

• Replying "STOP" to WhatsApp messages
• Using unsubscribe links in email communications
• Contacting us directly at [email protected]

Please note that we do not alter our Site's data collection and use practices when we see a Do Not Track signal from your browser.

Access and Control
You have the right to:

• Access personal information we hold about you
• Request that your personal information be corrected, updated, or deleted
• Opt-out of marketing communications
• Request information about how your data is used

European Residents
If you are a European resident, you have additional rights under GDPR, including:

• The right to data portability
• The right to object to processing
• The right to lodge a complaint with supervisory authorities

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.

International Data Transfers
Please note that your information may be transferred and processed in Bangladesh, the United States, and other countries where we operate our business ventures. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers.

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to:

• Provide requested services and maintain business relationships
• Comply with legal obligations and business requirements
• Maintain records for professional and tax purposes

Specifically:

• Service inquiries: Maintained for the duration of business relationship and 7 years after final service delivery
• Website analytics: Anonymized data retained for website improvement purposes
• Marketing communications: Until you opt-out or request deletion

For questions about our privacy practices, to exercise your rights, or to make a complaint, please contact us:
Dr. Ismail Mohammad Zakaria
Social Business Entrepreneur & Speaker

Primary Contact Methods:

• Email: [email protected]
• Phone / WhatsApp: +880 1756 850435 (Primary, response within 2-4 hours during business hours)
• Website: https://www.ismailzakaria.com/

Business Address: Dr. Ismail Mohammad Zakaria
Chattogram, Bangladesh

Business Hours:

• Bangladesh Time: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM (GMT+6)
• Response Time: 2-4 hours for WhatsApp, 24-48 hours for email

Business Context: Our privacy practices support our work as a Social Business Entrepreneur & Speaker, including three active business ventures: IZ Digital (medical practice marketing agency), Oshud Alo (medicine and healthcare products), and IZ Homeo (homeopathy clinic and medicines).

This Privacy Policy reflects our commitment to transparent, respectful data practices while supporting authentic business relationships and professional service delivery.