Introduction
Welcome to Shivsarjan! Your privacy is critically important to us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you visit our website, how we collect, use, and safeguard that information, and your rights regarding your personal data. By using our website and services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
Who We Are
Shivsarjan operates at Shivsarjan.com. For any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, you can contact us here.
What Personal Data We Collect and Why We Collect It
Personal Data
We collect the following personally identifiable information:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- IP Address
- Any other details provided via forms on the site
This data is collected when you:
- Fill out contact forms
- Subscribe to newsletters
- Leave comments
Usage Data
We automatically collect data when you interact with our website. This includes:
- IP Address
- Browser type and version
- Pages visited
- Time spent on pages
- Device information
This data is collected to monitor website usage, improve user experience, and provide better service.
Security Logs
We log IP addresses, user IDs of logged-in users, and usernames of login attempts to detect and protect against malicious activity. This logging occurs during login attempts, logouts, suspicious URL requests, content changes, and password updates. Data from security logs is retained for 60 days.
Cookies
We use cookies to improve your experience on our website. A cookie named “itsec_interstitial_browser” tracks users during the login process to enhance security features. A temporary cookie is set when visiting the login page, which contains no personal data and expires after 1 hour.
For more detailed information on cookies, please refer to the section below.
Smush Plugin
Smush optimizes images on our website by sending them to WPMU DEV servers. This process includes transferring EXIF data (which is either stripped or returned). The EXIF data is not stored by WPMU DEV. Additionally, Smush uses the Stackpath CDN, which may collect and store site visitors’ IP addresses, user agent data, referrer information, location, and ISP information for 7 days. For more information, review Stackpath’s Privacy Policy.
Caching
To improve site performance, we use caching, which stores temporary copies of web pages. These cache files are accessible only to the site admin and are cleared on a schedule or manually. We may also use QUIC.cloud services to process and temporarily cache data. For more information, review QUIC.cloud’s Privacy Policy.
Cookies
Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help track your behavior, store preferences, and optimize website performance. The following cookies are used:
- Login Cookies: Temporary cookies are created when you visit the login page, and they expire after 1 hour.
- Security Cookies: A cookie named “itsec_interstitial_browser” is used to monitor user login for security purposes.
You can manage your cookie settings in your browser. Disabling cookies may limit website functionality.
Plugins and Tools That Collect Data
Our website uses third-party plugins, which may collect data. Below is a list of plugins we use and the type of data they may collect:
1. Google Analytics (Site Kit by Google)
Tracks website traffic, collects IP addresses, device data, and behavior patterns. For more details, visit Google’s Privacy Policy.
2. Rank Math SEO
May collect data like IP addresses, SEO metrics, and site performance data. More information can be found in the Rank Math Privacy Policy.
3. Jetpack & Jetpack Boost
Collects visitor information like IP addresses, browser details, and user activity. For details, see Automattic’s Privacy Policy.
4. GTranslate
Uses IP addresses to provide localized translations. For more information, visit the GTranslate Privacy Policy.
5. Perfecty Push Notifications
Collects personal data like IP addresses for push notifications. Review Perfecty’s Privacy Policy.
6. LiteSpeed Cache
Collects website performance data and logs visitor IP addresses. Refer to the LiteSpeed Privacy Policy.
7. Simple Cloudflare Turnstile
Protects the site against spam and abuse, logging IP addresses for security purposes. For more information, see Cloudflare’s Privacy Policy.
8. Solid Security Basic
Logs IP addresses and login activity to detect malicious behavior. Data is retained for 60 days. Refer to the iThemes Privacy Policy.
9. WPForms Lite
Collects information like names, email addresses, and any other data submitted via forms. See the WPForms Privacy Policy.
10. Web Stories by Google
Collects user activity data and performance metrics. Visit Google’s Privacy Policy.
11. WP Dark Mode
Collects user preferences for dark mode settings but does not store personal data.
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected data to:
- Provide and maintain our website
- Monitor website performance and user behavior
- Improve user experience and site functionality
- Respond to inquiries and feedback
- Ensure website security and detect malicious activity
Who We Share Your Data With
We do not sell your personal data. However, your data may be shared with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our website. These include:
- Security Providers: A QR code image for two-factor authentication is generated using a SolidWP-hosted API, which temporarily receives your username. SolidWP does not log this data. The SolidWP Site Scanner may scan public content on the site but does not send personal information. Review the SolidWP Privacy Policy.
Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy. Specifically:
- Security logs are retained for 60 days.
- Data submitted through forms or collected by plugins may be retained longer, as required for legal or security purposes.
Children’s Information
We take special precautions to protect children using our website. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If you believe your child has provided personal information on our site, please contact us immediately, and we will work to remove that data.
Your Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Right to Rectification: Request corrections to your personal data.
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data.
- Right to Object: Object to the processing of your data.
- Right to Data Portability: Request your data be transferred to another party.
To exercise these rights, contact us at [Your Contact Email].
Security of Your Data
We employ various security measures to protect your personal data, but no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. We strive to protect your data to the best of our abilities.
Links to Other Websites
Our site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies when visiting external sites.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page. This policy was last updated on 23/09/2024.
Contact Us
For any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: https://shivsarjan.com/contact/
By using our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.