This Privacy Policy explains how Azzam Aziz Ali ("we", "us") collects, uses, and protects information when you visit azzamazizali.sy. We are committed to compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable privacy laws.
Data Controller
The data controller responsible for your personal data is:
- Name: Azzam Aziz Ali
- Website: azzamazizali.sy
- Email: azzam@azzamazizali.com
Data We Collect
When you visit this website, the following data may be collected automatically through Google Analytics (only with your consent):
- Anonymized IP address
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Pages visited, time spent, and navigation path
If you use the contact form, we also collect your name, email address, phone number (optional), and message content for the sole purpose of responding to your inquiry.
How We Use Your Data
- To analyze website traffic and improve user experience (Google Analytics — with consent only)
- To respond to contact form inquiries
- To remember your cookie preference and color mode setting
Legal Basis for Processing
We process your data under the following legal bases (GDPR Art. 6):
- Consent (Art. 6(1)(a)): Analytics cookies are only set after you explicitly accept via the cookie banner.
- Legitimate Interest (Art. 6(1)(f)): Storing your theme preference and cookie consent choice to provide a consistent experience.
Cookies
This website uses the following cookies:
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| _ga, _ga_* | Google Analytics | Distinguish users and sessions for analytics (set only with consent) |
| cookie-consent | azzamazizali.sy | Stores your cookie consent choice (localStorage) |
| nuxt-color-mode | azzamazizali.sy | Stores your preferred color theme (localStorage) |
Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services that may process your data:
- Google Analytics 4 — Analytics service by Google. Data is processed in accordance with Google's Privacy Policy — Google Privacy Policy. Opt out of Google Analytics.
- Netlify — Hosting and serverless functions provider. See Netlify Privacy Policy.
Data Retention
Google Analytics data is retained for 14 months by default. Contact form submissions are not stored persistently on our servers. Cookie preference data stored locally in your browser persists until you clear your browser storage.
Your Rights Under GDPR
If you are located in the EU/EEA, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Right of access — request a copy of your data
- Right to rectification — correct inaccurate data
- Right to erasure — request deletion of your data
- Right to restriction — limit how we process your data
- Right to data portability
- Right to object to processing
- Right to withdraw consent at any time
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at azzam@azzamazizali.com.
Managing Your Consent
You can withdraw or change your cookie consent at any time by clearing your browser's local storage, or by using your browser's built-in cookie management tools. Withdrawing consent will not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before withdrawal.
Children's Privacy
This website is not directed at children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised. Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
For any privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights, please contact: azzam@azzamazizali.com.