Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 22 January 2026

Introduction

Welcome to Ren’s portfolio website (“I,” “me,” or “my”). I respect your privacy and am committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how I collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit renstanforth.com (the “Site”).

Information I Collect

You Provide to Me

  • Contact Information: Name, email address (when you contact me via forms or email)
  • Professional Information: Company name, job title, project details (when inquiring about freelance work)
  • Communication Data: Messages you send through contact forms or direct email

Automatically Collected

  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device type, operating system
  • Usage Data: Pages you visit, time spent on pages, links you click, pages that referred you here
  • Cookie Data: See my Cookie Policy for details

How I Use Your Information

I use your information to:

  • Respond to your inquiries and project requests
  • Improve my website and showcase my work effectively
  • Understand how visitors use my portfolio
  • Analyze site traffic to create better content
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Protect against spam and abuse

If you’re in the EU/UK, I process your personal data based on:

  • Consent: When you contact me via forms or email
  • Legitimate Interests: To showcase my work, improve my website, and respond to opportunities
  • Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws

Data Sharing and Disclosure

I do NOT sell your personal information. Ever. I may share limited data with:

  • Service Providers: DigitalOcean (website hosting), Google Analytics (website analytics)
  • Legal Requirements: If required by law or to protect my rights

Third-Party Services I Use:

I do not use email marketing services or CRM systems. When you contact me, your information stays between us.

Data Security

I implement industry-standard security measures including:

  • HTTPS/SSL encryption for all connections
  • Secure server configuration through DigitalOcean
  • Regular WordPress and plugin updates
  • Strong passwords and access controls
  • Regular backups

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While I strive to protect your data, I cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you have the right to:

GDPR Rights (EU/UK):

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Object to processing
  • Data portability
  • Withdraw consent at any time

CCPA Rights (California):

  • Know what personal information is collected
  • Know if personal information is sold or disclosed (Note: I don’t sell any data)
  • Access your personal information
  • Request deletion of your information
  • Non-discrimination for exercising your rights

To exercise these rights, contact me by sending me a direct email.

Data Retention

I retain your personal data only as long as necessary:

  • Contact Inquiries: Until you request deletion, or 3 years after last communication
  • Freelance Projects: Duration of project + 7 years (for tax/legal requirements if applicable)
  • Analytics Data: 26 months (Google Analytics default setting)
  • Cookie Data: See Cookie Policy

You may request deletion at any time by emailing me.

International Data Transfers

My website is hosted by DigitalOcean in Singapore. If you access my site from outside this region, your data may be transferred internationally. I ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.

Children’s Privacy

My website is not intended for children under 16. I do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe I have inadvertently collected such information, please contact me immediately.

Changes to This Policy

I may update this privacy policy periodically. The “Last Updated” date at the top indicates when changes were made. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Me

For privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights, please email me.