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Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

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Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how Timothy Kodes ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and protects personal data through this website.

We process personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), where applicable.

Data We Collect

We collect only the data necessary to operate and secure the website.

Server Log Data

When you visit this website, the web server (e.g., Nginx) automatically logs technical information, including:

  • IP address
  • Date and time of request
  • Requested URL
  • HTTP status code
  • Referrer (if provided)
  • Browser and operating system information

This data is collected automatically for:

  • Security monitoring
  • Abuse prevention
  • Debugging and system stability
  • Performance optimization

This data is not used for tracking or profiling.

Contact or Email Communication

If you contact us via email, we may process:

  • Your email address
  • Your name (if provided)
  • The contents of your message

Email communication is handled via self-hosted or privately managed email infrastructure. We do not sell or share this data with third parties.

Newsletter (If Applicable)

If you subscribe to a newsletter:

  • Your email address is stored securely in a self-hosted database (e.g., PostgreSQL).
  • Your name (if provided)
  • The contents of your message

Email communication is handled via self-hosted or privately managed email infrastructure. We do not sell or share this data with third parties.

Cookies

This website only uses essential technical cookies, if any, required for basic functionality and security.

We do not use:

  • Advertising cookies
  • Tracking cookies
  • Third-party analytics cookies

If this changes in the future, this Privacy Policy will be updated accordingly.

Legal Basis for Processing (EU Users)

If you are located in the European Union, we process personal data based on:

  • Legitimate interest (e.g., server security and website operation)
  • Consent (e.g., newsletter subscription or voluntary communication)
  • Legal obligations, where applicable

Data Storage and Security

This website is self-hosted.

Personal data may be stored on:

  • Secure server infrastructure
  • A PostgreSQL database
  • Self-managed email systems

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect data against:

  • Unauthorized access
  • Data loss
  • Alteration or disclosure

However, no system can be guaranteed 100% secure.

Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary:

  • Server logs are retained for a limited period for security purposes.
  • Email correspondence is retained as long as necessary to handle the inquiry.
  • Newsletter data is retained until you unsubscribe.

Data may be deleted earlier upon request, unless legal obligations require retention.

No Sale or Sharing of Data

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal data.

We do not share personal data with third parties unless:

  • Required by law
  • Necessary to protect legal rights
  • Explicitly disclosed and consented to

Your Rights (EU Residents)

If you are located in the European Union, you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Request correction
  • Request deletion
  • Restrict processing
  • Object to processing
  • Request data portability

Future Services

We may introduce user accounts, additional services, or new features in the future. If personal data processing changes significantly, this Privacy Policy will be updated accordingly.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

The "Last Updated" date reflects the most recent revision. Continued use of the website after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.