Privacy Policy
Last updated: July 2026
SouqGig is operated by Azwar — Ontario, Canada
Who We Are
SouqGig is operated by Azwar, a sole proprietorship registered in Ontario, Canada. Azwar is the party responsible for collecting, using, and protecting the personal information you provide through this site.
If you have questions about this policy or how your information is handled, contact us at info@souqgig.com.
SouqGig is committed to protecting the privacy of our members. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and how we protect it. By using SouqGig you consent to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
Information you provide directly
- Name and email address when you create an account
- Payment information processed securely through Stripe — we do not store card details
- Business details submitted as part of company verification applications
- Content of gig requests and service listings you submit
- Messages sent through the on-platform communication system
Information collected automatically
- IP address and browser type
- Pages visited and time spent on the platform
- Device and operating system information
2. How We Use Your Information
- To create and manage your account
- To process membership payments through Stripe
- To review and approve gig requests and company applications
- To facilitate communication between buyers and verified companies
- To send transactional emails such as account confirmations and payment receipts
- To improve the platform and ensure its integrity
- To comply with legal obligations
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell, rent or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share information only in the following circumstances:
- With Stripe for payment processing — subject to Stripe’s own privacy policy
- With service providers who assist in operating the platform under strict confidentiality agreements
- Where required by law or legal process
- To protect the rights, safety or property of Azwar, our members or the public
4. Gig Requests and Company Listings
Approved gig requests are visible to verified companies on the platform. Approved company listings and service descriptions are visible to paying members. Please do not include sensitive personal information in gig requests or service descriptions beyond what is necessary to describe the service needed.
5. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active and for a reasonable period thereafter to comply with legal obligations and resolve disputes. You may request deletion of your account and personal data at any time by contacting us at info@souqgig.com.
6. Security
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, loss or misuse. Payment information is handled entirely by Stripe and is never stored on our servers.
7. Your Rights
As a resident of Canada or the European Union you have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
- Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
To exercise any of these rights please contact us at info@souqgig.com.
8. Cookies
SouqGig uses essential cookies necessary for the platform to function, including session cookies for login and payment processing. We do not use advertising or tracking cookies. You may disable cookies in your browser settings but this may affect platform functionality.
9. Children
SouqGig is not directed at children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If we become aware that a minor has created an account we will terminate it promptly.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify members of material changes by email where possible. Continued use of SouqGig after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Contact
For any privacy-related questions or requests please contact us at info@souqgig.com. SouqGig is operated by Azwar, Ontario, Canada.