Effective Date: October 8, 2025
This Privacy Policy explains the limited ways in which personal data is handled on the Hamid Jafari-Zadeh portfolio website. I believe in building systems with integrity, and that extends to your privacy while visiting this site.
1. The Principle: Minimal Data Collection
This website is designed for informational purposes only. I do not use cookies, analytics, tracking pixels, or any other technology to monitor or collect your data automatically.
When you browse this site:
- No personal data is collected by us.
- No information is stored in your browser by us.
- I do not track your behavior or browsing history.
2. Information You Voluntarily Provide (The Contact Form)
The only instance I receive personal data is when you choose to send a message via the Contact Me page.
| Data Received | Purpose | Retention Period |
|---|---|---|
| Name and Email Address | To identify you and reply to your inquiry. | Retained only as long as necessary to resolve your request or for internal record-keeping. |
| Message Content | To understand and respond to your professional query. | Retained only as long as necessary to resolve your request or for internal record-keeping. |
3. Data Sharing and Third Parties
I do not share, sell, rent, or trade any personal information with third parties for any marketing or commercial purposes.
The only “third parties” involved in data transmission are essential service providers required for the site’s function:
- Web Hosting Provider: Stores the website files and securely transmits any messages sent via the contact form.
- Email Service Provider: Handles the secure routing of your message to our inbox.
These essential services are contracted with strict adherence to industry-standard security and privacy practices.
4. Your Rights
Even though I collect minimal data, you still have rights concerning any information you may have provided through the contact form:
- Right to Access: You can request a copy of the data I hold related to your contact submission.
- Right to Rectification: You can ask us to correct any inaccurate personal data.
- Right to Erasure (Right to be Forgotten): You can request that I permanently delete your message and associated contact information at any time.
To exercise any of these rights, please send an email request to the contact address listed below.
5. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact Hamid Jafari-Zadeh directly at: hmjz@plainchaos.me