Privacy Policy

1. Information I Collect

Information You Provide

When you subscribe to my newsletter or contact me, I may collect:

• Email address
• Name (if provided)
• Message content (if you contact me)

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit the Site, certain information may be automatically collected:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited and time spent
• Referring website

Note: I currently do not use analytics or tracking tools. If this changes, I will update this policy.

2. How I Use Your Information

I use the information I collect to:

• Send newsletter updates about new projects and blog posts (with your consent)
• Respond to your inquiries and communications
• Improve and maintain the Site
• Comply with legal obligations

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), I process your personal data based on:

• Consent: When you subscribe to the newsletter or contact me
• Legitimate Interests: To operate and improve the Site
• Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

I do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.

I may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted third-party services (e.g., email service providers like Mailchimp or SendGrid) who assist in Site operations, under strict confidentiality agreements
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government authority
• Protection of Rights: To protect my rights, property, or safety, or that of others

5. Data Retention

I retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or as required by law. Newsletter email addresses are retained until you unsubscribe.

6. Your Rights

GDPR Rights (EEA Residents)

If you are located in the EEA, you have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten")
• Restriction: Request limitation of processing
• Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
• Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time (e.g., unsubscribe from emails)

CCPA Rights (California Residents)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

• Know what personal information is collected, used, shared, or sold
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Opt-out of the sale of personal information (I do not sell personal data)
• Non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

Exercising Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, contact me at eliemuluke@gmail.com. I will respond within 30 days (GDPR) or 45 days (CCPA).

7. Data Security

I implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and I cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. If you are located in the EEA and your data is transferred outside the EEA, I ensure appropriate safeguards are in place (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses).

9. Children's Privacy

The Site is not directed to individuals under the age of 16. I do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe I have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact me immediately.

10. Third-Party Links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., GitHub, LinkedIn). I am not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites. Please review their privacy policies.

11. Changes to This Policy

I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. For material changes, I will provide notice via email (if you are subscribed) or a prominent notice on the Site.

12. Contact Information

For questions, concerns, or to exercise your privacy rights, contact me at:

Email: eliemuluke@gmail.com

For EEA residents: You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.