Privacy Policy

Your privacy matters to me. This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, and protected when you visit this website.

1. Who I Am

This website is owned and managed by Cristian Villafane. I am a software engineer, operations manager, and consultant in the fields of automation, data intelligence, and full-stack development.

2. Information Collected

This Site may collect two types of information:

Personal Data (only if you submit it voluntarily):

• Name
• Email address
• Professional title or company
• Portfolio or social media profiles

Non-Personal Data (collected automatically):

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Pages visited
• Time spent on the Site
• Device type and operating system

Information is collected through:

• Contact forms
• Website analytics tools like Google Analytics
• Email correspondence initiated by users

3. How Your Data Is Used

Your information is used only for professional and technical purposes, including:

• Responding to your messages or requests
• Analyzing user behavior to improve site content and structure
• Enhancing the performance, speed, and usability of the Site
• Preventing spam, abuse, or security breaches

Your information will not be used for unsolicited advertising or commercial marketing.

4. Data Sharing

Your personal data is not sold or shared with third parties for commercial gain.

In some cases, data may be processed by trusted third-party providers, such as analytics platforms or email service tools, to maintain or operate the Site. These providers follow strict confidentiality and security protocols under international data protection regulations.

5. Cookies and Tracking

This website uses cookies to:

• Understand user behavior
• Track site usage metrics
• Optimize performance and design

You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings. This may affect how certain pages load or function.

6. Data Protection

I use standard security practices, including encryption, secure hosting, and plugin monitoring to protect your information. Data is stored on secure servers and is only accessible to authorized personnel when necessary.

7. Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the right to:

• Access the personal data I have about you
• Request correction or deletion of your data
• Withdraw consent for further contact
• File a complaint with a data protection authority

If you would like to exercise any of these rights, please contact me through the Site’s contact form.

8. Data Retention

Personal data submitted through contact forms or other means is kept for a maximum of 12 months unless further communication occurs. After that time, it is securely deleted.

9. Children’s Privacy

This Site is not intended for children under the age of 16. I do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If I become aware of such data, it will be deleted promptly.

10. Updates to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be revised as needed to comply with new regulations or improve data practices. Any updates will be posted on this page.