1. Understanding Cookies
This Cookie Policy explains how Hamid Ayub ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies (collectively, "Cookies") when you visit our website. It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control our use of them.
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to the owners of the site.
2. Our Usage Philosophy
We believe in data minimization. We only use cookies that are strictly necessary for the technical operation of the site or that provide significant value in understanding how our content is consumed. We do not use cookies for invasive ad-retargeting or sale to third-party data brokers.
3. Categories of Cookies
We categorize the cookies used on this site as follows:
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These are essential for you to browse the website and use its features, such as accessing secure areas of the site. Without these cookies, services you have asked for cannot be provided.
- Session Management: Preserving your state across page navigations.
- Security Tokens: Preventing Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks.
Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect information about how you use our website, such as which pages you go to most often and if you get error messages. These cookies are aggregated and anonymous.
- Traffic Analysis: Understanding user flow and engagement metrics.
- Load Balancing: Distributing traffic to ensure site stability.
Functionality Cookies
These allow our website to remember choices you make (such as your preferred theme mode or language) and provide enhanced, more personal features.
4. Third-Party Technologies
In some instances, we may use trusted third-party services that set cookies on our behalf. These may include:
- Analytics Providers: Services like Google Analytics or Vercel Analytics to measure site performance.
- Content Delivery Networks (CDNs): To serve assets quickly from a location near you.
We do not control these third-party cookies and recommend you check their respective privacy policies for more information.
5. Cookie Management
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can set or amend your web browser controls to accept or refuse cookies. If you choose to reject cookies, you may still use our website, though your access to some functionality and areas of our website may be restricted.
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. To find out more about cookies, including how to see what cookies have been set and how to manage and delete them, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.
6. Updates to Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time in order to reflect, for example, changes to the cookies we use or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Please therefore re-visit this Cookie Policy regularly to stay informed about our use of cookies and related technologies.
7. Contact & Support
If you have specific questions about the data stored in cookies or wish to request removal of your data, please contact us at:
Hamid Ayub
contact@hamidayub.com
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use the site without cookies?
Yes, for the most part. You can browse the content of the portfolio without cookies. However, interactive features, theme preferences (Dark/Light mode), and some animations may not function correctly if you disable all cookies.
Do you use tracking pixels?
We generally avoid tracking pixels (also known as web beacons) for marketing purposes. We focus on performance metrics rather than individual user profiling.
How long do cookies stay on my device?
This depends on whether it is a "persistent" or "session" cookie. Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain until they expire or you delete them. Our persistent cookies generally expire after 12 months.