Privacy Policy

Welcome, and thank you for visiting my personal website. I respect your privacy and take the protection of your personal information seriously. This Privacy Policy outlines how I handle your data in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

1. Information I Collect
   I may collect the following types of personal data:

   • Contact details (e.g., name, email address) when you contact me directly or subscribe to updates.
   • Technical information (e.g., IP address, browser type, device details) collected automatically through cookies or analytics tools.
   • Usage data about how you interact with my website or its features (e.g., contact form or chatbot).

2. Purpose of Data Collection
   I use your data for the following purposes:

   • To respond to your messages or inquiries.
   • To improve the performance and usability of this website.
   • To understand general website traffic and engagement.
   • To comply with applicable legal obligations.

3. Legal Basis for Processing
   Your personal data is processed on the following legal bases:

   • Consent: when you choose to contact me or accept cookies.
   • Legitimate interest: to operate, maintain, and secure my website.
   • Legal obligation: when necessary to comply with the law.

4. Use of Cookies
   This website uses cookies to improve your browsing experience:

   • Essential cookies help the site function correctly (e.g., remembering preferences).
   • Functional cookies may support optional features such as analytics or AI-based components (e.g., chatbot).

   You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.

5. Data Sharing
   I do not sell or rent your personal data. Data may be shared only with trusted service providers (e.g., web hosting or analytics) who are bound by data protection agreements.

6. Data Retention
   I retain your personal data only as long as needed to fulfill the purposes described above or as required by law. After that, the data is deleted or anonymized.

7. Data Security
   I use appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including secure hosting and limited access to stored information.

8. Your Rights under GDPR
   If you are located in the EEA, you have the right to:

   • Access and request a copy of your data.
   • Request correction or deletion of your data.
   • Restrict or object to data processing.
   • Withdraw consent at any time.

   To exercise your rights, please contact me directly.

9. International Data Transfers
   When data is processed outside the EEA, I ensure that adequate safeguards are in place, such as standard contractual clauses.

10. Contact
    For any privacy-related questions, please contact me at:

• Email: [email protected]
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/fgurbanov
• Location: Eindhoven, The Netherlands

1. Changes to this Policy
   I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be published on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of this website after changes means you accept the updated policy.

Last Updated: 2025-10-15