Privacy Policy for habibfarooq.com
Last Updated: 15-Feb-2025

Introduction

Welcome to habibfarooq.com (“the Website”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard the personal information of visitors to the Website. As a full-stack developer, I am committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your experience on my site is secure and transparent. By accessing or using the Website, you consent to the collection and use of your information as outlined in this policy.

Information Collection

We may collect the following types of information when you interact with the Website:

• Personal Information: This includes details such as your name and email address, which you may voluntarily provide through forms on the Website (e.g., contact forms or newsletter subscription forms).
• Non-Personal Information: We may also collect data such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, and other technical details automatically through cookies or third-party tools for analytical purposes.

All information is collected only when necessary and with your explicit or implied consent.

Use of Information

The information we collect serves the following purposes:

Personal Information:

• To respond to your inquiries or messages submitted via contact forms.
• To send you updates, newsletters, or other communications if you have opted in to receive them.
• To enhance the content, design, and functionality of the Website based on user feedback and interactions.
• Non-Personal Information: To analyze website traffic, usage patterns, and performance to improve the overall user experience.

We use this information solely to provide and improve the services offered through the Website.

Sharing of Information

Your privacy is a priority. We handle your information as follows:

• Personal Information: We do not share your personal information with third parties unless:
• It is required by law (e.g., to comply with legal obligations or subpoenas).
• It is necessary to protect the rights, safety, or property of the Website and its users.
• Non-Personal Information: We may share anonymized or aggregated data with third-party service providers (e.g., Google Analytics) for analytical purposes. These providers do not receive information that directly identifies you.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

The Website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience:

• What Are Cookies?: Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us understand how you navigate and interact with the Website.
• Purpose: We use cookies to:
  • Improve user experience (e.g., remembering your preferences).
  • Analyze website traffic and performance (e.g., via Google Analytics).
• Third-Party Tools: We utilize Google Analytics to collect non-personal data about your usage of the Website. Google Analytics processes this data according to its own Privacy Policy. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-On.
• Control: You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings at any time.

Data Security

We are committed to protecting your information:

• Measures: We implement reasonable security practices, such as encryption and secure servers, to prevent unauthorized access, use, or disclosure of your personal information.
• Limitations: While we strive to ensure robust protection, no online transmission or storage method is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but will take all practical steps to safeguard your data.

User Rights

You have control over your personal information. Under this policy, you have the following rights:

• Access: Request to see what personal information we hold about you.
• Correction: Ask us to update or correct inaccurate information.
• Deletion: Request the removal of your personal information from our records.
• How to Exercise Your Rights: To make any of these requests, please contact us using the details provided in the Contact Information section below. We will respond promptly to your request.

External Links

The Website may include links to external sites (e.g., social media profiles, portfolio projects, or other resources). Please note:

• We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of these external websites.
• We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit via links from habibfarooq.com.

Changes to the Policy

This Privacy Policy may evolve over time:

• Updates: We reserve the right to modify this policy as needed to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements.
• Notification: Any updates will be posted on this page, and the **Last Updated** date will be revised accordingly. We encourage you to check this page periodically for the latest information.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please reach out to me:

• Email: contact@habibfarooq.com
• Response Time: I will aim to respond to all inquiries within a reasonable timeframe.