Last Updated: November 21, 2025
1. Introduction
Thank you for visiting my professional portfolio website. I, Simon Ogbanje ("I", "me", or "my"), respect your privacy and am committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how I collect, use, and safeguard information when you interact with my portfolio website at simono.tech.
2. Data I Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
When you use my contact form, I may collect:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number (if provided)
- Any other information you include in your message
2.2 Automated Collection
Through cookies and similar technologies, my website may collect:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Pages visited and time spent
- Referring website
3. How I Use Your Data
I use collected information to:
- Respond to your inquiries and provide services
- Improve my website's functionality
- Analyze website traffic using Google Analytics
- Comply with legal obligations
4. Legal Basis for Processing
I process your data based on:
- Your consent (for contact form submissions)
- Legitimate interest (for website analytics and security)
- Contractual necessity (if discussing potential services)
5. Data Sharing
I do not sell your personal data. Limited sharing may occur with:
- Service providers (e.g., hosting, email services)
- Legal authorities when required by law
6. International Transfers
As a Nigeria-based professional, your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your own. I ensure all transfers comply with applicable data protection laws.
7. Data Retention
I retain personal data:
- Contact form submissions: 2 years unless ongoing correspondence
- Analytics data: 26 months
- Until you request deletion (see Section 9)
8. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Withdraw consent
- Lodge complaints with data protection authorities
To exercise these rights, contact me at ogbanjesi@gmail.com.
9. Security Measures
I implement appropriate technical and organizational measures including:
- SSL encryption
- Regular software updates
- Secure hosting environment
10. Third-Party Links
My website may contain links to other sites. I'm not responsible for their privacy practices.
11. Cookies
My website uses:
- Essential cookies (for basic functionality)
- Analytics cookies (Google Analytics)
You can manage cookies through your browser settings.
12. Changes to This Policy
I may update this policy periodically. The "Last Updated" date will reflect changes.