Policies & Terms

Last updated: October 19, 2025

Welcome to Sarmaya Next. This page contains our Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy, and Terms and Conditions. By accessing or using our website, sarmayanext.com, you agree to the practices and terms described below.

Privacy Policy

Sarmaya Next (“us”, “we”, or “our”) values the privacy of our readers. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our website, sarmayanext.com (the “Service”). By accessing or using Sarmaya Next, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We only collect limited personal information when you voluntarily provide it through:

Personal Information: such as your name and email address, if you subscribe to our newsletter or contact us.
Log Data: including your IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and time spent on our site, collected via analytics tools like Google Analytics.
Cookies & Tracking Technologies: to personalize content, analyze traffic, and deliver relevant advertisements.

We do not require you to create accounts or provide sensitive personal details (e.g., passwords, financial information, location tracking).

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the limited information collected for the following purposes:

To respond to your queries or messages.
To send newsletters or updates (if you subscribed).
To improve our website performance and user experience through analytics.
To comply with legal obligations.

3. Our Policy on Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Transparency is a core value at Sarmaya Next. We use Artificial Intelligence as a powerful tool to help us deliver timely and relevant content.

AI-Assisted Content Creation: We use advanced AI models to assist in brainstorming ideas, summarizing source materials, and drafting initial versions of our articles. This allows our team to operate at the speed of the news cycle.
Human Oversight and Accountability: Every article on Sarmaya Next is reviewed, fact-checked, and edited by a human editor before publication. The AI serves as an assistant, but the final content is the product of human judgment and is our responsibility. We strive to ensure all our content is accurate and aligned with our brand’s voice.
Data Privacy and AI: We are committed to protecting your privacy. We do not use any of your Personal Information (such as your name or email address) to train our AI models. Your data is kept separate from our content creation process.

4. Sharing of Information

We respect your privacy. We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal data. We may share data only when:

Required by law, regulation, or government request.
Necessary to protect our legal rights or prevent misuse.
In aggregated, non-identifiable form (e.g., traffic statistics for partners).

5. Data Retention

We keep your personal data (name, email) only as long as necessary to respond to your query or provide you with newsletter updates. If you unsubscribe from our newsletter or request deletion, your data will be removed from our records.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
Ask us to delete your personal data.
Withdraw consent for receiving emails at any time by clicking “unsubscribe” in any newsletter.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at sarmayanext@gmail.com.

7. Third-Party Links

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

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed towards children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

9. Updates to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be posted on this page with the “Last Updated” date.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at `sarmayanext@gmail.com`.

Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how Sarmaya Next (“us”, “we”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website sarmayanext.com. By using our website, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They help us improve your browsing experience by remembering your preferences and providing insights into how our website is used.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the basic functioning of the website, such as security and load balancing.
Performance & Analytics Cookies: These help us understand how visitors interact with the website. We use tools like Google Analytics, which provide insights into traffic and usage.
Functional Cookies: These remember your preferences and choices, such as language settings or display preferences.
Advertising & Third-Party Cookies: These are used by us and our partners (like Google AdSense) to deliver relevant ads and measure their effectiveness. Third parties may place these cookies to show content tailored to your interests.

Why We Use Cookies

To ensure the website functions properly.
To improve performance and usability.
To analyze site traffic and user behavior.
To deliver relevant content and advertising.

Managing Cookies

You can control and/or delete cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website. You can find instructions for your browser below:

Manage cookies in Chrome
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Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be posted on this page with the “Last Updated” date.

Terms and Conditions

Welcome to Sarmaya Next (“we”, “our”, or “us”). By accessing or using our website https://sarmayanext.com (the “Site”), you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree, please refrain from using the Site.

We may update these Terms from time to time. The most recent version will always be available on this page, indicated by the “Last Updated” date above. Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of any changes.

1. Use of Our Website

You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe the rights of, restrict, or inhibit others from enjoying the Site.

2. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on Sarmaya Next—including articles, images, graphics, logos, and design elements—is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. Unless otherwise stated:

Content is owned by Sarmaya Next or licensed to us.
You may access, read, and share content for personal, non-commercial use only.
You may not copy, reproduce, republish, modify, transmit, or distribute any material from our Site without prior written consent from Sarmaya Next.

3. User Contributions (Comments)

By submitting any content (such as comments) to Sarmaya Next, you:

Grant us a worldwide, royalty-free license to use, publish, and distribute your contribution on any media platform.
Confirm that your content is your original work, does not infringe third-party rights, and complies with Pakistani law.
We reserve the right to remove any content or block users who violate our rules. Unacceptable content includes hate speech, spam, advertising, and sharing others’ personal information without consent.

4. Disclaimer & Limitation of Liability

The information on Sarmaya Next is provided in good faith and for general informational purposes only. It is not intended as professional financial, investment, or legal advice. While we strive for accuracy and timeliness:

Content is provided “as is” and “as available.”
We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information on the Site. You should always consult with a qualified professional before making any financial decisions.
We are not liable for any losses or damages, including data loss, business interruption, or any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use of our Site.
External links on Sarmaya Next may lead to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their content or practices.

5. Compliance with Laws

By using our Site, you agree to comply with all applicable laws of Pakistan. These Terms shall be governed and interpreted according to the laws of Pakistan. Any disputes will fall under the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Pakistan.