Privacy policy

Published by Chinmay Dharap on Tuesday, September 16, 2025

Privacy Policy
Effective Date: October 10, 2025
(Last Updated: September 16, 2025)

Your privacy matters to me. This Privacy Policy explains how your data is collected, used, and protected when you visit blog.the-cyber-guy.com.

1. Data I Collect

a) Personal Data (Provided Voluntarily)

  • Name and email address — only if you subscribe, comment, or contact me.

b) Technical & Usage Data (Collected Automatically)
Self-hosted Analytics Tool may collect:

  • IP address
  • Country/Region
  • Browser, OS, Device
  • Pages visited & time spent
  • Referrer URL

This data is used only for website improvement and security. It is not shared with third parties.

2. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

Purpose -> Legal Basis
Security & Abuse Prevention -> Legitimate Interest (Art. 6(1)(f))
Analytics & Performance -> Legitimate Interest (with Opt-Out)
Email Communications -> Consent (Only if subscribed)

3. Cookies & Opt-Out
This tool may use first-party cookies. You can disable cookies via browser settings or use the provided Opt-Out button.

4. How I Use Your Data

  • Improve website performance
  • Detect abuse or hacking attempts
  • Respond to contact requests

5. Data Retention
Data is stored only as long as needed. You may request deletion anytime.

6. Third-Party Links
I am not responsible for external site content.

7. Your Rights

  • Access your data
  • Request deletion or correction
  • Opt-out of tracking
  • Withdraw consent

8. Changes to This Policy
Updates will be posted here with a new effective date.

9. Contact
Email: cdharap@outlook.com
Subject Line (Required): Queries Regarding Privacy Policy
Emails without this subject may be filtered.