Dhruman Bhadeshiya

Privacy Policy

Last updated on March 27, 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how Dhruman Bhadeshiya (“we,” “us,” or “our”) handles information when you visit dkbhadeshiya.me (“the Website”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our practices.

1. Data Controller

The data controller responsible for this Website is:

Dhruman Bhadeshiya Email: [email protected]

For any privacy-related questions or requests, please contact us at the email address above.

2. What Data We Collect

This Website is a static site hosted on Cloudflare Pages. We do not operate any backend servers, databases, or server-side applications. We have designed this Website to collect as little data as possible.

2.1 No Personal Data Collection

We do not collect, store, or process any personal data directly. Specifically:

  • We do not use cookies or set any first-party cookies
  • We do not require user registration or accounts
  • We do not have contact forms, comment systems, or newsletter sign-ups
  • We do not use tracking pixels or fingerprinting techniques
  • We do not collect names, email addresses, or any personally identifiable information through the Website

2.2 Cloudflare Web Analytics

We use Cloudflare Web Analytics to understand aggregate Website traffic. This is a privacy-first analytics service that:

  • Does not use cookies
  • Does not track individual users across sites
  • Does not collect personal data or personally identifiable information
  • Does not use browser fingerprinting
  • Collects only aggregate, anonymized metrics such as page views, visits, referrers, and country-level geography

For more information, see Cloudflare’s Web Analytics privacy documentation.

2.3 Cloudflare Hosting Infrastructure

The Website is served through Cloudflare Pages. As the hosting provider, Cloudflare may process certain technical data (such as IP addresses) to deliver web pages to your browser. This processing is performed by Cloudflare as an infrastructure provider under their own privacy policy. We do not have access to this server-level data.

For details, see Cloudflare’s Privacy Policy.

2.4 External Links

The Website contains links to external websites (such as Bluesky, LinkedIn, and GitHub). When you click these links, you leave our Website and are subject to the privacy policies of those third-party services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites.

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

Where the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) applies, we rely on the following legal basis:

  • Legitimate interest (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR) — We have a legitimate interest in understanding aggregate traffic patterns to maintain and improve the Website, using privacy-preserving analytics that do not track individuals.

Since we do not collect personal data, most GDPR obligations regarding data processing do not apply. The minimal technical data processed by Cloudflare’s infrastructure to serve web pages is necessary for the performance of the service.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

This Website does not set any cookies — neither first-party nor third-party. Cloudflare Web Analytics operates without cookies. As a result, no cookie consent banner is required.

If this changes in the future, we will update this policy and implement appropriate consent mechanisms.

5. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We do not sell, trade, rent, or otherwise share any user data with third parties.

The only third-party service integrated into the Website is:

ServicePurposeData ProcessedCookies
Cloudflare PagesWebsite hosting and deliveryTechnical connection data (by Cloudflare)None by us
Cloudflare Web AnalyticsAnonymized traffic metricsAggregate, non-personal dataNone

6. International Data Transfers

Cloudflare operates a global network and may process technical data across multiple jurisdictions. Cloudflare maintains appropriate safeguards for international data transfers, including Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) where required under GDPR. See Cloudflare’s Data Processing Addendum for details.

7. Data Retention

Since we do not collect or store personal data, there is no personal data to retain. Cloudflare Web Analytics retains aggregate analytics data according to their own data retention practices.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

8.1 Under the GDPR (European Economic Area, UK, Switzerland)

  • Right of access — Request confirmation of whether we process your personal data
  • Right to rectification — Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Right to erasure — Request deletion of your personal data
  • Right to restriction — Request restriction of processing
  • Right to data portability — Receive your data in a portable format
  • Right to object — Object to processing based on legitimate interest
  • Right to lodge a complaint — File a complaint with your local data protection authority

8.2 Under the DPDP Act, 2023 (India)

As a Data Fiduciary under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023:

  • Right to information — You have the right to know what personal data is being processed, the purpose of processing, and to whom it has been shared
  • Right to correction and erasure — You have the right to request correction of inaccurate or misleading data and erasure of data no longer necessary for the purpose it was collected
  • Right to grievance redressal — You have the right to have your grievances addressed. You may contact us at [email protected] and we will respond within 30 days
  • Right to nominate — You have the right to nominate another person to exercise your rights in the event of your death or incapacity

Since this Website does not collect personal data, these rights are largely inapplicable in practice. However, if you believe we hold any information about you or wish to exercise any of the above rights, please contact us and we will respond promptly.

8.3 Under the CCPA/CPRA (California, USA)

  • We do not sell or share personal information
  • We do not use personal information for targeted advertising
  • California residents may contact us for information about our practices

8.4 Other Jurisdictions

If you are located in another jurisdiction with data protection laws, we respect your rights under applicable local law. Please contact us with any requests.

9. Children’s Privacy

This Website is not directed at children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect any personal data from children. Since we do not collect personal data from any visitors, no special provisions are necessary.

10. Security

The Website is served over HTTPS, ensuring that all data transmitted between your browser and the Website is encrypted. Since we do not collect or store personal data, the risk of a data breach involving personal information is effectively eliminated.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, regulatory, or operational reasons. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

12. Consent Under DPDP Act

In accordance with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (India), we affirm that:

  • We process data only for the lawful purposes stated in this policy
  • We do not collect personal data beyond what is necessary (data minimization)
  • We ensure reasonable security safeguards are in place
  • We will notify the relevant Data Protection Board of India and affected individuals in case of any personal data breach, as required under the Act

13. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of India. For visitors from the European Economic Area, the GDPR and applicable local data protection laws also apply. For visitors from California, the CCPA/CPRA also applies.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your data protection rights, or have a grievance to report, please contact:

Dhruman Bhadeshiya Email: [email protected]

We will respond to all legitimate requests within 30 days.

Thank you for reading our Privacy Policy. Your privacy matters to us, and we are committed to maintaining the trust you place in us when visiting our Website.