Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how Umar.dev (operated by M. Umar Tariq, Senior Software Engineer and Web & App Developer) collects, uses, and protects information when you visit this portfolio website or contact me about freelance or contract work.

1. Information we collect

When you use this site, we may collect the following types of information:

• Contact details — name, email, phone number, and message content when you submit the contact form or email me directly.
• Technical data — browser type, device type, IP address, pages visited, and approximate location derived from server logs or analytics tools.
• Public GitHub data — repository names and links displayed on the portfolio are fetched from the public GitHub API for user Umarxiddiqui. No private repository data is accessed.
• Cookies & preferences — theme preference (light or dark mode) and similar settings stored in your browser.

2. How we use your information

Information is used only for legitimate purposes related to this portfolio and professional services, including:

• Responding to project inquiries, collaboration requests, and job opportunities.
• Discussing web development, mobile app development (Flutter, React, Swift), API work, and related services listed on this site.
• Improving site performance, content, and user experience.
• Preventing spam, abuse, or unauthorized access.

3. Sharing of information

We do not sell your personal information. Data may be shared only when necessary with:

• Hosting or email providers used to operate the website and deliver messages.
• Analytics or CDN services that help measure traffic and load assets faster.
• Legal authorities if required by applicable law.

Links to third-party platforms (LinkedIn, GitHub, Facebook, Twitter) are governed by their own privacy policies once you leave this site.

4. Data retention

Contact form submissions and email correspondence are retained only as long as needed to respond to your inquiry, manage a project, or comply with legal obligations. Server logs are typically rotated or deleted within a reasonable period.

5. Security

Reasonable technical and organizational measures are taken to protect your data. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. Please avoid sending sensitive credentials or payment details through the general contact form.

6. Your rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to access, correct, delete, or restrict processing of your personal data. To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below.

7. Children's privacy

This website is intended for a professional audience and is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

8. Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page will reflect any changes. Continued use of the site after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

9. Contact us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, reach out to:

• Name: M. Umar Tariq
• Email: siddiquiumar14@gmail.com
• Phone: +923042021303

For general help using the site, visit our Support page.