Effective Date: April 26, 2025
Welcome to my portfolio site. Protecting your privacy is important to me. This Privacy Policy explains what information I collect, how I use it, and the choices you have regarding your data.
1. Information I Collect
1.1 Personal Information
When you contact me via the site’s contact form or email links, I may collect:
- Name
- Email address
- Any other information you choose to provide
1.2 Usage Data
I automatically gather certain information about your visit, including:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Pages viewed and time spent on each page
- Referring website or search terms
1.3 Cookies & Tracking Technologies
I use cookies and similar tools (e.g., web beacons, local storage) to:
- Remember your site preferences
- Analyze site traffic via Google Analytics (or Yoast-integrated analytics)
- Improve functionality and personalize your experience
You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not work properly if cookies are turned off.
2. How I Use Your Information
I use the data I collect to:
- Respond to your inquiries
- Improve and optimize the website’s content and design
- Understand how visitors interact with my site
- Send occasional updates if you’ve opted in (e.g., newsletter or portfolio updates)
I will never sell or rent your personal information to third parties.
3. Sharing & Disclosure
I may share data in the following limited circumstances:
- Service providers: Trusted vendors who perform services (e.g., hosting, analytics) under confidentiality agreements.
- Legal requirements: If required by law or to protect the rights, property, or safety of myself or others.
- Business transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, subject to confidentiality.
4. Third-Party Links & Services
My site may include links to external websites (e.g., social media profiles, embedded content). I am not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. Please review their Privacy Policies before providing any personal information.
5. Data Retention
I retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Usage data and analytics may be retained for up to two years to help improve the site.
6. Security
I implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. If you believe your data is compromised, please contact me immediately.
7. International Transfers
My site is hosted in Canada, and data may be processed in other countries where my service providers operate. By using the site, you consent to these transfers under standard data-protection safeguards.
8. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal data I hold about you.
- Correction: Ask to update or correct inaccurate information.
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data.
- Opt-out: Withdraw consent for marketing communications.
To exercise any of these rights, please email me at the address below.
9. Children’s Privacy
This site is intended for general audiences and is not directed to children under 13. I do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe I have done so, please contact me to have it removed.
10. Changes to This Policy
I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When changes are made, I will revise the “Effective Date” at the top. Please review this page periodically to stay informed.
11. Contact Me
If you have questions or concerns about this policy, or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please reach out:
Email: nicole@nicolelogan.dev
Location: Surrey, British Columbia, Canada
Thank you for trusting my portfolio site with your information. Your privacy matters!