1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy describes how your personal information is collected, used, and shared when you visit my portfolio website. I value your privacy and am committed to protecting your personal data.
2. Data I Collect
When you visit the site, I may collect certain information through the following means:
- Contact Forms: If you reach out via a contact form, I collect your name, email address, and any information provided in the message body to respond to your inquiry.
- Cookies: I use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. These are small data files stored on your device that help me understand how you interact with the site.
- Log Files: Like most websites, this site automatically gathers information such as IP addresses, browser type, Internet Service Provider (ISP), and date/time stamps.
3. How I Use Your Information
I use the information collected to:
- Communicate with you regarding project inquiries or support.
- Optimize and improve the performance of my website.
- Protect the site against malicious activity or spam (via security plugins).
4. Third-Party Services
I may use third-party services that collect, monitor, and analyze data, including:
- Google Analytics: To track website traffic and user behavior.
- Google Fonts / CDN: To deliver assets efficiently.
- Spam Protection: Services like Akismet or reCAPTCHA to prevent fraudulent form submissions.
5. Data Retention
If you leave a comment or submit a contact form, the metadata is retained indefinitely so I can recognize and approve follow-up communications automatically instead of holding them in a moderation queue.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your location (such as the EU under GDPR), you may have the right to:
- Access the personal data I hold about you.
- Request that I correct or erase your personal data.
- Object to the processing of your data.
7. Contact Information
For more information about my privacy practices, or if you have questions, please contact me through the contact form provided on this website.