Welcome to SOFTSTORM – 📊 Silicon Valley Programmer’s Blog (“we”, “our”, or “us”). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, protect, and disclose your information when you visit our website: https://softstorm.world (the “Site”).
By using our Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not access or use the Site.
1. Information We Collect
We collect personal and non-personal information to operate effectively and provide you with the best experience on our Site.
a. Personal Information
You may provide personal information voluntarily when you:
- Subscribe to our newsletter
- Submit a contact form
- Comment on blog posts
- Reach out to us via email
This may include:
- Name
- Email address
- Any additional information you provide in your message or comment
b. Non-Personal Information
We automatically collect certain data when you visit the Site, including:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Operating system
- Pages you view
- Referring website
- Date and time of access
This data helps us understand user behavior and improve the site experience.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Respond to your inquiries and messages
- Send updates, newsletters, and relevant content (if you subscribe)
- Improve our content, user experience, and website functionality
- Monitor and analyze usage trends and site performance
- Prevent spam, fraud, or unauthorized access
- Comply with legal obligations
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. However, we may share information with trusted third parties who help us operate the Site, including:
- Hosting providers
- Email marketing services
- Analytics platforms (e.g., Google Analytics)
These service providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for the services they provide to us.
We may also disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid legal requests.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, understand how users interact with the Site, and improve performance.
Cookies may collect data such as:
- Browser type
- Site preferences
- Time spent on pages
- Interaction with content
You can control cookie usage through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain parts of the Site.
5. Third-Party Links
Our blog may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
6. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion of your data
- Object to or limit how we process your data
- Withdraw consent at any time (if processing is based on consent)
To exercise these rights, please contact us at:
📧 Email: [email protected]
We will respond to your request in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
8. Children’s Privacy
This Site is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us, and we will take appropriate action.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.” Continued use of the Site after any changes constitute your acceptance of the revised policy.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us:
📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Website: https://softstorm.world
Thank you for visiting SOFTSTORM – 📊 Silicon Valley Programmer’s Blog. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your data.