1. Introduction

Welcome to my portfolio website. I respect your privacy and am committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what information I collect, how I use it, and your rights regarding your data.

By using this website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information I Collect

2.1 Personal Information You Provide

When you interact with my website, I may collect the following personal information that you voluntarily provide:

• Name: Your first and last name when you contact me

• Email Address: Your email address for communication purposes

• Message Content: Any information you include in messages sent through contact forms

• Professional Information: Details about your business, project requirements, or collaboration interests that you choose to share

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit my website, certain information is automatically collected:

• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, click patterns, and navigation paths

• Device Information: Browser type and version, operating system, device type (mobile, tablet, desktop)

• Technical Data: IP address, internet service provider, referring/exit pages, date and time stamps

• Location Data: General geographic location (country, region, city) based on IP address

• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Small data files stored on your device (see Section 4 below)

2.3 Information from Third Parties

I do not purchase or receive personal information about you from third-party data brokers.

3. How I Use Your Information

I use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Communication: To respond to your inquiries, questions, and messages

• Service Delivery: To provide information about my services and discuss potential projects

• Website Improvement: To analyze how visitors use my website and improve functionality, content, and user experience

• Security: To protect against spam, abuse, and fraudulent activity

• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

• Analytics: To understand visitor demographics and behavior patterns

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

4.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and understand how you use the site.

4.2 Types of Cookies I Use

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function properly

• Analytics Cookies: Help me understand how visitors interact with my website (e.g., Google Analytics)

• Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings

• Performance Cookies: Collect information about how you use my website to improve performance

4.3 Managing Cookies

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. You can:

• Block all cookies

• Delete existing cookies

• Allow cookies only from specific websites

• Set your browser to notify you when a cookie is being set

Note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

4.4 Third-Party Analytics

I may use third-party analytics services such as Google Analytics to analyze website traffic. These services use cookies to collect information about your use of the website. The information generated is typically transmitted to and stored on servers outside my control. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

5. How I Share Your Information

I do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. I may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:

5.1 Service Providers

I may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist me in operating my website, such as:

• Email service providers (for sending and receiving messages)

• Web hosting providers (for storing website data)

• Analytics providers (for analyzing website traffic)

These service providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes I specify.

5.2 Legal Requirements

I may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to:

• Valid legal processes (subpoenas, court orders)

• Requests from government authorities

• Protection of my legal rights

• Prevention of fraud or illegal activity

• Protection of safety and security

5.3 Business Transfers

If I am involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. You will be notified of any such change.

6. Data Security

I implement reasonable technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Secure socket layer (SSL) encryption for data transmission

• Secure hosting infrastructure

• Regular security assessments

• Access controls and authentication

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While I strive to protect your information, I cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

I retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Specifically:

• Contact form submissions: Retained for the duration of our correspondence and up to 2 years afterward for reference

• Analytics data: Typically retained for 26 months (as per Google Analytics default settings)

• Cookies: Retention periods vary by type; analytics cookies typically expire after 2 years

8. Your Privacy Rights

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

8.1 General Rights

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information I hold about you

• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information

• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations)

• Objection: Object to the processing of your personal information

• Restriction: Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances

• Data Portability: Receive your personal information in a structured, commonly used format

• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for processing where consent is the legal basis

8.2 Exercising Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact me at [your email address]. I will respond to your request within 30 days.

8.3 Opt-Out Rights

You can opt out of:

• Marketing communications: By clicking unsubscribe links in emails or contacting me directly

• Cookies: Through your browser settings

• Analytics tracking: Using browser add-ons or privacy tools

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. When I transfer your information internationally, I ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data.

10. Children's Privacy

My website is not intended for children under the age of 13 (or 16 in the European Economic Area). I do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If I become aware that I have collected information from a child, I will take steps to delete it promptly. If you believe I have collected information from a child, please contact me immediately.

11. Third-Party Websites

My website may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources. I am not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. I encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

12. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals websites you visit that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. My website does not currently respond to Do Not Track signals.

13. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to know what personal information is collected, used, shared, or sold

• Right to delete personal information

• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (Note: I do not sell personal information)

• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise these rights, contact me at [your email address].

14. European Privacy Rights

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or Switzerland, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

14.1 Legal Basis for Processing

I process your personal information based on:

• Consent: You have given explicit consent for specific purposes

• Legitimate Interests: Processing is necessary for my legitimate interests (operating my website and business)

• Legal Obligation: Processing is necessary to comply with legal requirements

14.2 Additional Rights

You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority if you believe your rights have been violated.

15. Changes to This Privacy Policy

I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in my practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When I make changes, I will:

• Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy

• Notify you of material changes by posting a notice on my website or sending you an email

• Obtain your consent for material changes if required by law

I encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how I protect your information.

16. Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or my data practices, please contact me:

Email: [your email address]
Response Time: I aim to respond to all inquiries within 5 business days

17. Consent

By using my website, you consent to this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use my website.

This Privacy Policy is provided for informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. For specific legal guidance, please consult with a qualified attorney.