Your privacy matters. This policy explains clearly what information this website collects, how it is used, and your rights regarding your personal data. This is a personal portfolio website — no data is sold or used for advertising.
Overview
This Privacy Policy describes how Izaz Sarbudeen ("I," "me," or "my") collects, uses, and protects information in connection with your use of this personal portfolio website (izazsarbudeen.cc.cd).
I am committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information with respect, transparency, and in accordance with applicable privacy laws including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) where applicable.
Data We Collect
I collect only the minimum data necessary to operate this website and respond to your inquiries. Data collected falls into two categories:
| Data Type | Source | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Name & Email Address | Contact form submissions | Responding to professional inquiries |
| Message Content | Contact form submissions | Understanding your request or inquiry |
| IP Address & Browser Info | Automatic (server logs / analytics) | Website performance and security monitoring |
| Page Visit Data | Google Analytics (anonymized) | Understanding how visitors use the site |
| Referral Source | Google Analytics | Understanding traffic sources |
I do not collect sensitive personal data such as financial information, government ID numbers, health data, or biometric data.
How Data Is Used
Any personal information collected through this website is used exclusively for the following purposes:
- Responding to professional inquiries and messages submitted via the contact form
- Improving the website experience based on aggregated, anonymized analytics data
- Monitoring website security and preventing unauthorized access
- Maintaining accurate visitor statistics displayed on the website
No data is sold or shared with third parties for commercial, advertising, or marketing purposes. Your information is used only to serve you better on this website.
Third-Party Services
This website uses the following third-party services, each with their own privacy practices:
| Service | Purpose | Privacy Policy |
|---|---|---|
| GitHub Pages | Website hosting | GitHub Privacy Statement |
| Google Analytics | Anonymized traffic analytics | Google Privacy Policy |
| Google Fonts | Typography | Google Privacy Policy |
| Firebase | Visitor statistics (anonymized) | Firebase Privacy |
I encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third-party services to understand how they handle your data.
Data Retention
Personal data submitted through the contact form (name, email, message) is retained only as long as necessary to respond to your inquiry and for a reasonable follow-up period, typically no longer than 12 months.
Anonymized analytics data is retained per Google Analytics' standard retention settings (up to 26 months) and does not identify individual users.
You may request deletion of your personal data at any time by contacting me directly.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Right of Access — Request a copy of any personal data held about you
- Right to Rectification — Request correction of inaccurate personal data
- Right to Erasure — Request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten")
- Right to Restrict Processing — Request that processing of your data be restricted
- Right to Data Portability — Request transfer of your data in a machine-readable format
- Right to Object — Object to processing of your personal data
To exercise any of these rights, please contact me using the details in the Contact section below. I will respond to your request within 30 days.
Data Security
I take reasonable measures to protect the personal information you provide against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. This website is served over HTTPS, ensuring data transmitted between your browser and the server is encrypted.
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. Please exercise caution when sharing sensitive information online.
Children's Privacy
This website is not directed at children under the age of 13. I do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child under 13 has provided personal information to this website, please contact me immediately and I will take steps to delete such information.
Changes to This Policy
I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in my practices, legal requirements, or the services used on this website. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was most recently revised.
Your continued use of the website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy. I encourage you to review this page periodically.
Contact
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal data, please contact me:
- Website: izazsarbudeen.cc.cd/contact.html
- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/izazsarbudeen
- GitHub: github.com/izazsarbudeen
Privacy Questions?
I take your privacy seriously. If you have any concerns or would like to exercise your data rights, reach out directly.
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