Privacy Policy
Last updated: 24 November 2025
1. Who we are
This website (zch.gdn) is operated by Zachary Godin (“we”, “us”, or “our”). If you have any questions about this policy, you can contact us at sayhello[at]zachgod[dot]in.
2. What data we collect
We do not collect any personal information directly through forms or user accounts on this site.
However, we use Google Analytics to collect basic usage data, such as:
- Pages you visit
- How long you spend on the site
- The type of device and browser you use
- Rough location (e.g. country or city)
- How you arrived on the site (for example, from a search engine or link)
This information is collected in an anonymised or pseudonymised way where possible and is used only to understand how people use the site so we can improve it.
3. Cookies and Google Analytics
Google Analytics uses cookies and similar technologies to collect information about how visitors use our site. These cookies do not allow us to identify you personally.
You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings. To opt out of Google Analytics across all websites, you can use the browser add-on provided by Google.
4. Legal basis for processing
Under UK data protection law (UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018), our legal basis for using Google Analytics is your consent to non-essential cookies, where required. Where consent is used, you can withdraw it at any time by changing your cookie settings in your browser or using any cookie banner controls we provide.
5. How long we keep data
Google Analytics data is retained for a limited period set in our Google Analytics account. It is kept only for analysing site usage and improving our services.
6. Who we share data with
Usage data collected through Google Analytics is shared with Google as our analytics provider. We do not sell your data or share it with other third parties for marketing.
7. Your rights
Depending on your situation, you may have rights under UK data protection law, including the right to:
- Request access to personal data we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion of your data
- Object to certain types of processing
- Complain to the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
If you have any questions or want to exercise your rights, please contact us at sayhello[at]zachgod[dot]in.
8. Changes to this policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.