Effective Date: September 17, 2025
This Privacy Policy describes how Taniguchi Blog ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website taniguchi-blog.com (the "Site"), a personal portfolio showcasing web development work. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in our data practices. This policy applies only to the Site and does not cover any third-party websites or services.
By using the Site, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.
1. Information We Collect
We collect minimal information to provide and improve the Site. Specifically:
Personal Information
- We do not collect any personal information such as names, email addresses, phone numbers, or other identifiable data unless you voluntarily provide it (e.g., via a contact form). Any such submissions are used solely for responding to your inquiry and are not stored or shared.
Cookies and Technical Data
- The Site uses Laravel session cookies set by the Laravel framework (a PHP web application framework) to manage user sessions, maintain state during interactions (e.g., form submissions), and ensure secure functionality. These cookies are essential for the Site's operation and do not track your behavior across other sites.
- Cookie Types: Session cookies (temporary, deleted when you close your browser).
- Purpose: Authentication, security, and basic functionality.
- Duration: Until the end of your browser session.
- We do not use third-party cookies, analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics), advertising cookies, or any tracking mechanisms.
2. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information, including:
- Secure server configurations (HTTPS encryption where applicable).
- Laravel's built-in security features (e.g., CSRF protection).
- Access controls to limit data exposure.
However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security. You use the Site at your own risk.
3. Data Retention
- Cookies: Deleted automatically at the end of your session or when you clear your browser cache.
- Contact Submissions: Retained only as long as necessary to respond to your inquiry (typically 90 days), after which they are deleted unless you request otherwise.
You can request deletion of any data we hold by contacting us (see Section 6).
4. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location (e.g., under GDPR for EU residents or CCPA for California residents), you may have rights to:
- Access, correct, or delete your personal information.
- Withdraw consent (though we collect minimal data, this applies to any voluntary submissions).
- Opt out of data processing (limited applicability here, as we do not sell data).
To exercise these rights:
- Manage cookies via your browser settings (e.g., disable or delete them).
- Contact us directly (see Section 6) with your request. We will respond within 30 days.
For EU/UK users: Our EU representative can be contacted via the details below. We do not engage in automated decision-making or profiling.
5. Children's Privacy
The Site is not intended for children under 13 (or 16 in some jurisdictions). We do not knowingly collect data from children. If we become aware of such collection, we will delete it promptly.
6. International Data Transfers
The Site is hosted in the UK. If you access it from outside this location, your data may be transferred internationally. We ensure appropriate safeguards (e.g., standard contractual clauses) for any transfers.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact:
Taniguchi Blog Email: [freebug62@googlemail.com]
We will respond to your inquiry as soon as possible.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on the Site with a revised "Effective Date." Your continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance.
Thank you for visiting my portfolio. We value your trust and are dedicated to handling your information responsibly.
This Privacy Policy is provided for informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. For personalized guidance, consult a qualified attorney.
