Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 7, 2025

This Privacy Policy describes how information is collected, used, and shared when you visit blainemcgraw.com (the “Site”).

1. Information I Collect

1.1 Analytics Data (via Google Analytics)

I use Google Analytics to help me understand how visitors use the Site. Google Analytics collects information such as:

• Pages you visit and how long you stay on them
• Your approximate location (city/country)
• Device information (browser type, operating system, screen size)
• Traffic source (for example, a search engine or referral link)
• Other standard web log information

This information is collected in an anonymized or aggregated form where possible. I do not use Google Analytics to collect personally identifiable information such as your name or email address.

1.2 Information You Voluntarily Provide

This Site is primarily a personal portfolio and does not actively collect personal data (such as your name or email) unless you choose to share it, for example by:

• Sending me an email using the contact details provided on the Site
• Connecting with me via external platforms linked from the Site (e.g., LinkedIn, GitHub)

Any information you voluntarily send directly to me will be used only to respond to your message or to interact with you as requested.

2. Cookies and Similar Technologies

Google Analytics may use cookies and similar technologies to collect and store information about your visit. Cookies are small text files placed on your device to help websites operate and analyze usage.

You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings. For more information on how Google uses data from partners’ sites, please see Google’s policies .

3. How I Use the Information

I use the information collected through Google Analytics to:

• Understand how visitors use the Site
• Improve the content, layout, and overall user experience
• Monitor traffic patterns and basic usage statistics

I do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

4. Third-Party Services

The primary third-party service used on this Site is:

• Google Analytics – for traffic and usage analytics. For more details, see Google’s Privacy Policy .

5. Data Retention

Analytics data may be retained by Google Analytics according to the default or configured retention settings within Google Analytics. I do not personally maintain separate copies of identifiable analytics logs outside of Google Analytics.

6. Your Choices and Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data, such as the right to:

• Request access to the personal data that may be associated with you
• Request correction or deletion of personal data
• Object to or restrict certain data processing activities

You can also opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on .

7. Links to Other Websites

The Site may contain links to other websites (for example, my GitHub, LinkedIn, or other external profiles). I am not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party websites. I encourage you to review their privacy policies separately.

8. Security

I take reasonable steps to protect this Site and any information transmitted through it. However, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure, and I cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Children’s Privacy

This Site is not directed toward children under the age of 13, and I do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe that a child has provided me with personal information, please contact me so that it can be removed.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date. Your continued use of the Site after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

11. Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, you can contact me at:

Email: bmcgraw898@gmail.com
Website: https://blainemcgraw.com