Privacy Policy

Last Updated: June 12, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to my personal portfolio website, pavelcastro.com (the "Site"). I am committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information is collected, how it is used, and your rights in relation to it. This policy applies to all information collected through the Site.

2. Information I Collect

I may collect information about you in a variety of ways. The information I may collect on the Site includes:

• Personal Data: Personally identifiable information, such as your name, email address, and message content, that you voluntarily give to me when you use the contact form on the Site.
• Data Stored on Your Device (Local Storage): The Site uses your browser's local storage feature to enhance your experience. This includes saving your preference for light or dark mode and automatically saving a draft of your message in the contact form. This data is stored directly on your own device and is not transmitted to me or any server until you choose to submit the contact form.

3. How I Use Your Information

Having accurate information permits me to provide you with a smooth and customized experience. Specifically, I may use information collected about you via the Site to:

• Respond to your comments, requests, and inquiries submitted through the contact form.
• Operate and maintain the Site, including remembering your theme preference for your next visit.

4. Third-Party Services

This Site uses the following third-party service:

• Formspree: The contact form on this Site is powered by Formspree. When you submit the form, the information you provide (name, email, subject, message) is sent to Formspree's servers so it can be forwarded to my email address. The use of your information is subject to Formspree's privacy policy.

This Site also contains links to third-party websites, such as my profiles on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram. I am not responsible for the privacy practices or the content of these other websites. I encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

5. Security of Your Information

I use administrative, technical, and physical security measures to help protect your personal information. While I have taken reasonable steps to secure the personal information you provide to me, please be aware that despite my efforts, no security measures are perfect or impenetrable, and no method of data transmission can be guaranteed against any interception or other type of misuse.

6. Children's Privacy

I do not knowingly solicit information from or market to children under the age of 13. If you become aware of any data I have collected from children under age 13, please contact me using the contact information provided below.

7. Changes to This Privacy Policy

I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be indicated by a "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. I encourage you to review this Privacy Policy frequently to be informed of how I am protecting your information.