1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how Cobena Isaac ("I", "me", "my", or "the Site"), operated as a sole ownership entity, collects, uses, and discloses your information when you visit https://www.ioappiah.com.

I am committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about data practices. As a solo technical blog, I minimize data collection and respect your privacy rights.

2. Information I Collect

2.1 Information You Voluntarily Provide

• Email addresses when you subscribe to my newsletter
• Comments and messages when you interact with blog posts
• Contact information when you reach out via contact forms

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit the Site, I may automatically collect:

• IP address and browser type
• Pages visited and time spent on the Site
• Referring website and exit pages
• Click patterns and general location data (country-level)

2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

I use minimal cookies for essential functions:

• Session cookies for website functionality
• Analytics cookies to understand visitor behavior (anonymized)
• Preference cookies to remember your settings

3. How I Use Your Information

As a sole proprietor, I use collected information solely for:

• Operating and maintaining the website
• Sending newsletter updates (if you opted in)
• Responding to your comments and inquiries
• Analyzing website performance and visitor trends
• Improving content quality and user experience
• Preventing spam and abuse

4. Legal Basis for Processing

I process your information based on:

• Consent: When you explicitly opt-in (e.g., newsletter)
• Legitimate interests: For website analytics and improvement
• Contractual necessity: When responding to your inquiries

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

I do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, I may share information with:

5.1 Service Providers

• Hosting providers (e.g., GitHub Pages, Netlify)
• Analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics, anonymized data)
• Email marketing platforms (if you subscribe to newsletter)

5.2 Legal Requirements

I may disclose information if required by law or to:

• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect my rights and property
• Prevent fraud or security issues
• Protect the safety of users or the public

6. Data Retention

I retain your information only as long as necessary:

• Newsletter data: Until you unsubscribe
• Comments: Indefinitely (as part of blog content)
• Analytics data: 26 months (standard practice)
• Contact inquiries: 2 years for record-keeping

7. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from communications at any time
• Data portability: Request your data in a readable format
• Restriction: Request limitation of processing

To exercise these rights, contact me at:

8. Third-Party Services

The Site uses these third-party services with their own privacy policies:

• Google Analytics: Website analytics (anonymized IP)
• GitHub Pages: Website hosting
• Formspree/Netlify Forms: Contact form processing
• Disqus/Commento: Comment systems (if used)

9. Data Security

I implement reasonable security measures to protect your information:

• HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
• Regular security updates
• Limited data access (only me as the sole owner)
• Secure password practices

However, no internet transmission is 100% secure. I cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. International Data Transfers

As the Site may use global service providers, your data may be processed outside your country. I ensure appropriate safeguards through:

• Service provider compliance with privacy standards
• Data anonymization where possible
• Standard contractual clauses when applicable

11. Children's Privacy

The Site is not directed at children under 13. I do not knowingly collect information from children. If you believe a child has provided information, contact me immediately.

12. Changes to This Policy

I may update this Privacy Policy periodically. I will notify you of changes by:

• Updating the "Last updated" date
• Posting a notice on the Site
• Emailing subscribers (for major changes)

13. Contact Information

For privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights, contact:

Site Owner
Email:

14. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of [Your Country/State], without regard to its conflict of law principles.