Privacy Policy

How I handle your data on this personal website

Last updated: January 14, 2025

Introduction

Hi! I'm Victor, and this is my personal website where I share my thoughts on development, productivity, and continuous learning. Your privacy is important to me, and I want to be transparent about the minimal data I collect when you visit my site.

What Information I Collect

I believe in keeping things simple and respecting your privacy. Here's what happens when you visit my website:

Information I DON'T Collect

  • I don't ask for your personal information (name, email, phone number, etc.)
  • I don't have user accounts or registration
  • I don't store any personal data about you
  • I don't track you across other websites
  • I don't sell or share your data with anyone

Information I DO Collect (Only with Your Consent)

  • Website Analytics: I use Google Analytics to understand how many people visit my site and which articles are most popular. This helps me create better content.
  • Technical Information: Like most websites, my server automatically collects basic technical information such as your IP address, browser type, and pages visited. This is standard web server logging.

Google Analytics

I use Google Analytics to understand my website traffic and improve the content I create. Google Analytics may collect information such as:

  • Pages you visit on my site
  • How long you spend reading
  • Your approximate location (city/country level)
  • The device and browser you're using
  • How you found my site (search engines, social media, etc.)

Important: Google Analytics only runs if you consent to analytics cookies. You can withdraw this consent at any time using the button below.

Manage Your Cookie Preferences

You can change your cookie preferences at any time. Click the button below to open the cookie settings and choose what data you're comfortable sharing.

Cookies

I use two types of cookies on this website:

  • Functional Cookies (Required): These are essential for the website to work properly. They remember your cookie preferences and ensure the site functions correctly.
  • Analytics Cookies (Optional): These are used by Google Analytics to understand website usage. They're only set if you consent to analytics tracking.

When you first visit my site, you'll see a cookie consent notice. You can accept all cookies, reject optional ones, or customize your preferences.

Your Rights and Choices

You have complete control over your privacy on my website:

  • Cookie Control: Accept or reject analytics cookies at any time
  • Opt-out: You can opt out of Google Analytics by using their browser add-on
  • Browser Settings: Configure your browser to block cookies if you prefer
  • No Tracking: There's no user tracking or profiling on this site

Data Security

Since I collect minimal data and don't store personal information, there's very little data to secure. The website uses HTTPS encryption, and any analytics data is processed by Google according to their privacy and security standards.

Third-Party Services

The only third-party service I use is Google Analytics (and only with your consent). I don't use social media tracking pixels, advertising networks, or other tracking services.

Children's Privacy

This website is not specifically designed for children under 13. I don't knowingly collect personal information from children. If you're a parent and believe your child has provided personal information, please contact me and I'll delete it.

Changes to This Policy

I may update this privacy policy from time to time. If I make significant changes, I'll update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Since I collect minimal data, changes will likely be minor clarifications or updates to reflect new features.

Contact Me

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or how I handle data on my website, feel free to reach out:

The Simple Summary

I respect your privacy, collect minimal data, only use Google Analytics with your consent, and you can control your cookie preferences at any time. That's it! 🙂