# Privacy Policy **Effective Date:** September 26, 2026 **Website:** [dhiman.codes](https://rdhimancoder.github.io/dhiman.codes/) **Owner/Operator:** Rajiv Dhiman --- ### 1. Introduction Welcome to **dhiman.codes**. This Privacy Policy outlines how Rajiv Dhiman ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, protects, and discloses information when you visit our portfolio website, utilize our web development and workflow automation services, or communicate with us regarding project inquiries, proposals, and referral offers. By accessing our website or engaging our services, you agree to the practices described in this policy. --- ### 2. Information We Collect We collect information directly from you when you submit project inquiries, request quotes, participate in our referral program, or engage us for web development and automation services. #### A. Personal & Business Information * **Contact Details:** Name, email address, phone number, business/company name, and social handle(s). * **Project Specifications:** Scope of work, technical requirements, project assets, brand guidelines, and functional needs. * **Referral Information:** Names and contact details submitted as part of our client referral program. #### B. Client Integration & System Credentials (For Service Delivery) When providing web development, database configuration, or API automation services (e.g., n8n, WhatsApp/Telegram integrations, Supabase, cloud hosting), you may voluntarily provide: * API tokens, webhooks, or OAuth authorization credentials. * Database access keys or hosting credentials. * Sample datasets or third-party platform credentials strictly necessary for workflow setup. *Note: All integration credentials and client project data are treated with strict confidentiality.* #### C. Technical & Usage Data When browsing our website, standard web server logs and analytical data may be automatically collected, including: * IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and device information. * Page views, duration of visit, and interaction patterns on our portfolio site. --- ### 3. How We Use Your Information We use the collected information for the following specific purposes: 1. **Service Delivery:** Developing custom websites, web applications, single-page sites, ERP portals, and setting up automated workflows. 2. **System Integration:** Configuring APIs, webhooks, server containers, databases, and messaging platforms on your behalf. 3. **Communication & Support:** Responding to inquiries, sending project updates, delivering invoices, and providing technical maintenance. 4. **Promotions & Referral Program:** Processing promotional offers (e.g., project discounts, referral cashback rewards) and verifying eligible client referrals. 5. **Security & Performance:** Protecting our services against unauthorized access, monitoring system uptime, and resolving technical issues. --- ### 4. Data Confidentiality & Credential Security We adhere to strict security practices to protect client information and technical assets: * **Strict Confidentiality:** We do not sell, rent, lease, or share your proprietary business logic, client lists, or technical credentials with third parties. * **Credential Handling:** Any API keys, database connection strings, or hosting passwords provided during project development are used solely for configuration purposes and are safely removed, revoked, or handed back upon project completion. * **Non-Disclosure:** All non-public project code, backend architectures, and workflow definitions remain strictly confidential to your business. --- ### 5. Third-Party Services & Integrations Our website and custom development solutions may integrate with third-party service providers. Each third-party provider operates under its own privacy policy: * **Cloud & Web Hosting:** GitHub Pages, Render, Cloudflare, Hugging Face. * **Databases & Messaging APIs:** Supabase, Facebook Graph API, WhatsApp Business API, Telegram API. * **Analytics & Payment Gateways:** Standard web analytics and secure payment processing services. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party platforms utilized in your custom software stack. --- ### 6. Data Retention & Deletion * **Project Records:** We retain basic contact details, project scope documentation, and financial transaction records for administrative and warranty support purposes. * **Development Assets:** Temporary development backups, test databases, and integration keys are permanently deleted within 30 days of project delivery and client sign-off. * **Deletion Requests:** You may request the deletion of your personal contact data or temporary project files at any time by contacting us directly. --- ### 7. Cookies & Tracking Our portfolio site may use standard cookies or browser local storage to enhance user experience (such as remembering UI light/dark theme preferences). You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings without affecting core site functionality. --- ### 8. Your Data Rights Depending on your jurisdiction, you have the right to: * Access the personal data we hold about you. * Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete information. * Request the erasure of your personal data. * Opt-out of marketing communications or promotional updates. --- ### 9. Updates to This Privacy Policy We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in legal requirements, technical integrations, or service offerings. Any updates will be published on this page with an updated "Effective Date." --- ### 10. Contact Us If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your data security, please reach out: * **Name:** Rajiv Dhiman * **Website / Contact:** [https://rdhimancoder.github.io/dhiman.codes/#contact](https://rdhimancoder.github.io/dhiman.codes/#contact) * **Email:** rdhimancoder@gmail.com