This privacy policy explains how davidlaridon ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and protects personal information when you visit https://davidlaridon.com (the "site"). It is intended to meet the transparency requirements of the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the UK GDPR, and common US state privacy laws such as the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA).
Who we are
The data controller for this site is David Laridon. For privacy-related requests, contact us at [email protected].
What we collect
This site is a personal portfolio and blog. We collect only what is necessary to operate it:
- Essential browser storage: a small cookie or similar storage item to remember that you dismissed our site notice.
- Server and security logs: standard technical data such as IP address, browser type, requested pages, and timestamps. These are used for security, troubleshooting, and basic operation.
- Information you send us: if you contact us by email or through a form, we receive the information you choose to provide.
We do not use analytics, advertising, or social tracking technologies on this site. We do not sell or share personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising.
Why we use your information
- To provide and secure the site (legitimate interests / contractual necessity).
- To remember your notice preference (essential storage).
- To respond to messages you send us (legitimate interests / pre-contractual steps).
- To comply with legal obligations where applicable.
Cookies and similar technologies
We use only essential storage. The site notice stores site_notice_ack in your browser for up to 180 days so we do not show the notice on every visit. You can remove it at any time through your browser settings.
Because we do not use non-essential cookies, we do not ask for separate consent categories beyond informing you about essential storage.
How long we keep information
- Notice preference: up to 180 days, unless you clear it sooner.
- Server logs: only as long as needed for security and operations, then deleted or anonymized.
- Contact messages: as long as needed to handle your request and any follow-up.
Who we share information with
We do not sell personal information. We may use infrastructure providers (such as hosting) that process data on our behalf solely to operate the site. Those providers are bound by appropriate data processing terms where required.
International transfers
If you access the site from outside the country where it is hosted, your information may be processed in that hosting location. Where required, we rely on appropriate safeguards for international transfers.
Your rights
Depending on where you live, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you.
- Request correction or deletion.
- Object to or restrict certain processing.
- Request portability of information you provided to us.
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
- Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information (we do not sell or share for targeted advertising).
- Not receive discriminatory treatment for exercising privacy rights (US state laws).
To exercise these rights, email [email protected]. We may need to verify your request before responding.
Changes to this policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the bottom of this page shows when it was last revised.
Last updated: 03/07/2026