Privacy Policy
This privacy policy describes how Eric Solak ("I", "me") collects and uses information when you visit ericsolak.me.
Information Collected
This website may use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC. Google Analytics collects information sent by your browser, including:
- Pages you visit and time spent on each page
- Your approximate geographic location (country/city, derived from IP address)
- Browser type and operating system
- Referring website or search terms used to reach this site
- Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)
Google Analytics may process IP-related information to determine approximate geographic location and provide analytics services. The information available to me is aggregated and is not used to personally identify visitors. No names, email addresses, or contact information are collected through analytics.
Cookies
Google Analytics sets first-party cookies (_ga, _gid, _gat) to distinguish users and throttle request rates. These cookies do not contain personally identifiable information. You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.
How the Data Is Used
Analytics data is used solely to understand how visitors interact with this portfolio, for example, which projects receive the most interest, so I can improve the site. The data is never sold or shared with third parties beyond Google's standard Analytics processing.
Google's Role
Google Analytics data is processed by Google LLC in accordance with their privacy policy. You can review Google's data practices at policies.google.com/privacy.
Opt Out
You can prevent Google Analytics from collecting data about your visit in two ways:
- Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Disable cookies in your browser settings
Data Retention
Google Analytics retains user-level and event-level data for 14 months by default. Aggregated reports may be retained indefinitely.
Third-Party Links
This site contains links to GitHub, LinkedIn, and other external platforms. I am not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites.
Applicable Law
This website is operated from Ontario, Canada. Information collected through this site is handled in accordance with applicable Canadian privacy laws.
Changes to This Policy
If this policy changes, the updated version will be posted here with a revised date.
Contact
If you have questions regarding this privacy policy, you can contact me at solakeric28@gmail.com.