Cookie Policy

Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how my portfolio website uses cookies and similar technologies to provide a better user experience and analyze website usage.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, recognize returning visitors, and improve overall functionality.

Types of Cookies I Use

1. Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)

These cookies are required for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled.

• Session Management: Maintains your session while browsing
• Security: Protects against cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks
• Comment Submission: Remembers your information when posting comments

2. Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your preferences.

• Theme Preference: Remembers if you prefer dark or light mode
• Language Settings: Stores your language preference
• User Preferences: Saves your customization choices

3. Analytics Cookies

These cookies help me understand how visitors use my website so I can improve it.

• Page Views: Tracks which pages are most popular
• User Behavior: Understands how visitors navigate the site
• Performance Metrics: Identifies technical issues or slow-loading pages
• Traffic Sources: Shows where visitors come from

I may use services like Google Analytics for this purpose. These services collect anonymized data and do not personally identify you.

Third-Party Cookies

Some third-party services may set their own cookies when you use this website:

• Analytics Providers: Google Analytics or similar services
• Content Delivery Networks: For faster content loading
• Embedded Content: Videos, maps, or social media embeds

I do not control these third-party cookies. Please refer to the respective privacy policies of these services for more information.

Cookie Duration

• Session Cookies: Automatically deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period (typically 30 days to 1 year) or until manually deleted

Managing Cookies

You have full control over cookies and can manage them through your browser settings:

• View all cookies stored on your device
• Delete specific cookies or all cookies
• Block cookies from specific websites
• Block all cookies (not recommended)
• Set your browser to notify you when cookies are being set

Browser-Specific Instructions

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
• Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies

Please note: Blocking essential cookies may prevent certain features from working properly, such as posting comments or maintaining your session while browsing.

Do Not Track

Some browsers support a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals websites not to track you. Currently, there is no universal standard for how to respond to DNT signals. I respect your privacy choices and use minimal tracking on this portfolio website.

Your Consent

By using this website, you consent to the use of essential cookies necessary for the site to function. For non-essential cookies (analytics), I will request your explicit consent through a cookie banner on your first visit. You can change your cookie preferences at any time.

Updates to This Policy

I may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology or legal requirements. Please check this page periodically for any updates.

Contact Me

If you have any questions about how I use cookies, please contact me through the website's contact form.

Last updated: January 2026