๐Ÿ”’ Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 14 August 2025

Intro

Hi there! ๐Ÿ‘‹ Welcome to my website โ€” the portfolio and personal blog of Abu Hurayra, Lead Application Security Engineer.

I take privacy very seriously (occupational hazard ๐Ÿ˜), and this Privacy Policy explains in detail:

  • What data I collect
  • How I use it
  • How I store and protect it
  • Your rights as a visitor
  • What third parties may be involved

By using my website, you agree to the terms described here. If you disagree with this policy, you may want to close this page โ€” but Iโ€™d prefer if you stayed and enjoyed the content.


๐Ÿ“ 1. Information I Collect

I may collect information in several ways:

1.1. Information You Provide Voluntarily

  • Contact Form Submissions ๐Ÿ“ฌ โ€” Name, email address, and any other details you choose to provide when you reach out.
  • Comments ๐Ÿ’ฌ โ€” Your name, email, website (optional), and comment content when interacting with blog posts.
  • Newsletter Subscription ๐Ÿ“ง โ€” If you subscribe to updates (if enabled), Iโ€™ll collect your name and email address.

1.2. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit my site, certain information is collected automatically:

  • IP address ๐ŸŒ
  • Browser type & version ๐Ÿ–ฅ๏ธ
  • Operating system ๐Ÿ“ฑ๐Ÿ’ป
  • Referring website (where you came from) ๐Ÿ”—
  • Pages viewed and time spent on site โฑ๏ธ
  • Click patterns for navigation analysis ๐Ÿงญ

1.3. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

I use cookies to:

  • Remember your preferences ๐Ÿช
  • Keep you logged in (for registered users)
  • Analyze site usage with analytics tools
  • Improve your browsing experience

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but certain features may stop working correctly.


โš™๏ธ 2. How I Use Your Information

I use your information to:

  • Provide, operate, and maintain the website ๐Ÿ› ๏ธ
  • Improve website design and functionality ๐Ÿงฉ
  • Respond to inquiries and comments ๐Ÿ“ฎ
  • Personalize your browsing experience ๐ŸŽฏ
  • Monitor site security and prevent abuse ๐Ÿ”
  • Comply with legal obligations โš–๏ธ

๐Ÿง‘โ€๐Ÿ’ป 3. Data Security

Security is my specialty, so I take multiple measures to protect your information:

  • SSL/TLS encryption for all communications
  • Regular WordPress core & plugin updates
  • Minimal data storage โ€” I only keep whatโ€™s necessary
  • Restricted admin access with strong authentication methods

Still, no website can be 100% secure against all threats, so avoid sending sensitive data via unsecured forms.


๐ŸŒ 4. Third-Party Services

My site may use:

  • WordPress Plugins โ€” each with their own privacy practices.
  • Email Service Providers (like Mailchimp or similar) โ€” for newsletter delivery.

These third parties have their own privacy policies โ€” please review them separately.


๐Ÿ”„ 5. Data Retention

  • Contact Form Messages: Kept for up to 12 months, unless required for ongoing communication.
  • Comments: Retained indefinitely to maintain discussion threads.
  • Analytics Data: May be stored up to 26 months.
  • Newsletter Data: Retained until you unsubscribe.

๐ŸŒ 6. International Data Transfers

If youโ€™re accessing my site from outside Bangladesh, your data may be transferred and stored in other countries where my hosting provider operates. I ensure such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws.


๐Ÿ“ 7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data ๐Ÿ“„
  • Request corrections โœ๏ธ
  • Request deletion ๐Ÿ—‘๏ธ
  • Restrict processing ๐Ÿšซ
  • Object to processing โŒ
  • Withdraw consent at any time ๐Ÿ”„

To make a request, email me at [hello@hurayraiit.com]. I will respond within 30 days.


๐Ÿ“ข 8. Minorsโ€™ Privacy

This site is not directed at children under 13 (or under the age of consent in your country). I do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe I have such data, please contact me so I can remove it.


๐Ÿ”— 9. External Links

My blog may contain links to other websites. Iโ€™m not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites โ€” always check their privacy policies before sharing information.


๐Ÿ“ง 10. Contact Me

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy:

๐Ÿ“ฎ Email: [hello@hurayraiit.com]
๐ŸŒ Website: [https://hurayraiit.com]


๐Ÿ”„ 11. Changes to This Policy

I may update this policy from time to time to reflect:

  • Legal changes
  • New features on my site
  • Feedback from visitors

When updated, the โ€œLast Updatedโ€ date will change, and the new version will be posted here.


๐Ÿ’ก Closing note: My goal is to keep this site informative, engaging, and safe for everyone. Thanks for trusting me with your visit โ€” your privacy matters! ๐Ÿ™Œ