Effective Date: October 2025
1. Introduction
This website — darrenhsieh.com — is operated by Darren Hsieh.
Your privacy matters. This Privacy Policy explains what information may be collected when you visit the site, how it’s used, and the choices you have.
By using this website, you agree to the terms described here.
2. Information We Collect
This website is primarily a personal portfolio and does not collect personal data unless you choose to provide it.
However, the following types of information may be automatically or voluntarily collected:
a. Non-personal / analytics data
Browser type, device information, operating system, and IP address.
Pages visited, time spent, and general traffic patterns. (Used only for understanding visitor interactions and improving design.)
b. Contact form submissions (if applicable)
Name, email address, and message content you submit through the contact form.
(Used only to respond to inquiries and never shared or sold.)
c. Cookies
Framer and third-party analytics tools (such as Google Analytics or Framer Analytics) may use cookies to track basic usage data. (You can manage or block cookies through your browser settings)
3. How Information Is Used
Collected data may be used to:
Improve the website’s content, layout, and performance.
Respond to your messages or inquiries.
Monitor website functionality and detect potential issues.
4. Data Sharing
Your data is not sold, rented, or traded.
It may be shared only in these limited cases:
With service providers — such as Framer hosting or analytics services that help operate the site.
For legal reasons — if required to comply with law or lawful requests.
5. Data Security
Industry-standard security practices are used to protect your data.
However, no online service can guarantee absolute security.
6. Third-Party Content
This site may include embedded content (e.g., YouTube videos, Instagram posts, or Behance projects).
Embedded content behaves as if you visited the third-party site directly and may collect data according to their own privacy policies.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
Request access to or deletion of your data.
Opt out of analytics tracking.
Withdraw consent for communications at any time.
To make a request, contact: 📧 darrenhdesign@gmail.com
8. Children’s Privacy
This site is not directed at children under 13, and no personal data from minors is knowingly collected.
9. Changes to This Policy
This policy may be updated periodically.
The latest version will always be available at darrenhsieh.com/privacy (if applicable).
10. Contact
For privacy inquiries:
Darren Hsieh