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Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains what information is collected when you use this website, how it is used, and what choices you have regarding your data.

  • Effective date: 01 January 2024
  • Last updated: 01 January 2024
  • Applies to: ethar.site and related sub‑pages

Important notice

This is a general Privacy Policy template for a personal portfolio / freelance website. It does not constitute legal advice. Please have a lawyer review and adapt it to your specific business and jurisdiction.

Questions about this policy

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) describes how information is collected, used and shared when you visit this website or contact me through forms, email or other channels (collectively, the “Services”).

By using this website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of this website.

2. Information I collect

I collect information in two main ways: information you provide directly and information collected automatically when you use this website.

2.1. Information you provide

When you contact me or request a quote, you may provide information such as:

  • Name and contact details (for example, email address).
  • Project details, goals, requirements and related information.
  • Links to existing websites, designs or reference materials.

2.2. Information collected automatically

Like many websites, basic technical information may be collected automatically when you visit, such as:

  • Your IP address and approximate location (country / city level).
  • Browser type, device type and operating system.
  • Pages visited, time spent on pages and referring website or link.

This data is typically aggregated and does not personally identify you on its own.

3. How I use your information

I may use the information collected for purposes such as:

  • Responding to your inquiries and providing quotes or proposals.
  • Communicating about ongoing or potential projects.
  • Improving the content, design and performance of this website.
  • Detecting and preventing fraud, abuse or security issues.
  • Complying with legal obligations where applicable.

I do not sell your personal information to third parties.

4. Cookies & tracking

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember information about your visit and can be used to analyze usage or improve your experience.

Depending on how this website is configured, I may use:

  • Strictly necessary cookies – required for basic site functionality.
  • Analytics cookies – to understand how visitors use the site (e.g. page views, time on page).

You can usually control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Doing so may affect certain features or functionality of the website.

5. Third‑party services

This website may use third‑party services for hosting, analytics, fonts or other features. These services may collect information sent by your browser as part of a normal web request, such as your IP address or cookies.

Examples (depending on your actual setup) may include:

  • Website hosting providers (servers where this site is stored).
  • Analytics tools (for example, privacy‑focused analytics or Google Analytics).
  • Content delivery networks (CDNs) for fonts, scripts or images.

Each third‑party service has its own privacy policy, which governs how they handle your data. Where possible, I aim to choose privacy‑respecting tools.

6. Data retention

I keep personal information only for as long as it is reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this Policy or as required by law. For example:

  • Contact and project information may be retained while we are in contact or potentially working together.
  • Basic records (such as invoices) may be stored for accounting and legal compliance for a number of years.

When information is no longer needed, it may be deleted or anonymized.

7. Data security

I take reasonable steps to protect the information I collect from loss, misuse and unauthorized access. This may include the use of secure hosting, encryption in transit (HTTPS) and sensible access controls.

However, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure. While I strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, I cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Your rights & choices

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, such as:

  • Accessing the personal information I hold about you.
  • Requesting corrections or updates to your information.
  • Requesting deletion of your personal information, where applicable.
  • Objecting to or restricting certain types of processing.

To exercise any of these rights (or to ask a question), you can contact me using the details in the “Contact” section below. I may need to verify your identity before responding to certain requests.

9. Children’s privacy

This website and Services are not directed to children under the age of 16 (or the equivalent minimum age in your jurisdiction), and I do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

If you believe that a child has provided personal information through this website, please contact me so that I can take appropriate steps to remove that information.

10. Changes to this policy

I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time, for example to reflect changes in the law, third‑party services or how I operate this website.

When updates are made, the “Last updated” date at the top of this page will be revised. In some cases, I may provide additional notice (such as a brief message on the website).

11. Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, you can contact me at:

This document is provided as a starting point for a personal portfolio or freelance website. Privacy laws vary by country and region. Please consult with a qualified legal professional to ensure that your Privacy Policy is accurate and compliant with all applicable regulations (for example, GDPR or similar laws).

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