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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: July 12, 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how Gaurav Shukla ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects information when you visit gshukla.in (the "Site"). By using the Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We aim to collect as little personal information as necessary. The Site may collect:

a) Automatically Collected Information

The Site does not use analytics, tracking, or advertising cookies. Our hosting provider may automatically log basic technical information as part of standard server operation, such as:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device type and operating system
  • Date and time of access

This information is used only for security, troubleshooting, and maintaining the Site, and is not used to track or profile individual visitors.

b) Information You Provide Directly

The Site does not have a contact form. If you reach out via the email address or social media links provided on the Site, we may receive your name, email address (or social media handle), and any information you choose to include in your message. We do not knowingly collect sensitive personal information (such as financial, health, or government ID data) through this Site.

2. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

The Site does not use analytics, advertising, or tracking cookies, and does not use any non-essential cookies. Because we do not set non-essential cookies, we do not use a cookie consent banner.

Our hosting provider may use strictly necessary technical mechanisms to serve the Site reliably, but these do not track you across sessions or websites. If this changes in the future (for example, if we add analytics tools), we will update this section and implement an appropriate consent mechanism.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

  • Operate, maintain, and secure the Site
  • Respond to inquiries sent via email or social media
  • Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

5. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We may share information with:

  • Our hosting provider, which processes basic technical data as part of operating the Site
  • Legal authorities, if required to comply with a legal obligation, court order, or governmental request

We do not share personal information with third parties for their own marketing purposes.

6. Data Retention

We retain information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you
  • Request correction or deletion of your data
  • Object to or restrict certain processing
  • Withdraw consent (where processing is based on consent)
  • Data portability (where applicable)

For EU/UK visitors: These rights are provided under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

For California residents: You may have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information is collected and to request deletion.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us using the details in Section 10.

8. International Data Transfers

Since our visitors are located worldwide, your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own, which may have different data protection laws. Where required, we take steps to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.

9. Children's Privacy

The Site is not directed at children under 16, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can remove it.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us at:
Email: heygauravshukla@gmail.com
Website: gshukla.in

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised "Effective Date." We encourage you to review this policy periodically.