BlockSizedX is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in how your information is handled. This Privacy Policy explains what data is collected, how it is used, and your rights regarding your information. By accessing or using this website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this policy.

1. Who We Are

This website is owned and operated by Muhammed Nazal Naufal, operating under the name BlockSizedX, an independent freelance web designer and developer based in Kozhikode, Kerala, India.

For any privacy-related concerns or data requests, you may contact: blocksizedx@gmail.com.

2. Scope of This Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to all visitors, users, and others who access or use this website. It governs only data collected through this website and does not apply to external services linked from it.

3. Information We Collect

We collect only limited and relevant information necessary to operate and improve the website:

• Account Data: When you create an account, your username and email address are securely processed and stored using Firebase Authentication and Firestore. Passwords are securely handled by Firebase Authentication and are not accessible to us.
• Session Data: A minimal amount of data (such as username) may be stored locally in your browser to improve user experience and maintain session state.
• Analytics Data: We may collect aggregated and anonymized information such as page visits, time spent on pages, browser type, device information, and general geographic region.
• Communication Data: When you contact us via email, WhatsApp, or other platforms, we may receive and retain the information you provide.

4. How We Use Your Information

Collected information is used for legitimate purposes, including:

• Operating and maintaining website functionality
• Improving performance, usability, and design
• Understanding user interaction and behavior
• Responding to inquiries and providing support
• Sending updates or relevant communication (only when applicable)

Purpose of Account System

This website is a student-led project and is not intended for commercial transactions, purchases, or financial activities.

The account system is provided only for basic interaction purposes, such as allowing users to contact the site owner and to understand general user engagement. It is not used for payments, subscriptions, or sensitive data processing.

Users may request deletion of their account data at any time by contacting the provided email. Upon request, associated data will be removed within a reasonable time.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

Where applicable under international laws such as GDPR, we process your data based on legitimate interests (improving services), consent (analytics tracking), and user-initiated actions (contact or account creation).

6. Data Storage and Security

User authentication is handled securely by Firebase Authentication. Passwords are never stored, accessed, or visible to us at any time.

Username and email data are stored in Firebase Firestore under secure access rules. We implement reasonable safeguards to protect data; however, no system is completely secure and absolute security cannot be guaranteed.

Some non-sensitive data (such as username for display purposes) may be temporarily stored in your browser to enhance user experience.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

This website uses browser storage (localStorage) and third-party analytics tools that may utilize cookies or similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze usage patterns.

8. Third-Party Services

We rely on trusted third-party services that may process data independently:

• Firebase (data handling and user identification)
• Google Analytics (traffic and usage analysis)

These services operate under their own privacy policies, and we recommend reviewing them for further details.

9. Third-Party Links

This website may include links to platforms such as WhatsApp, Instagram, GitHub, LinkedIn, and email services. Once you leave this website, we are not responsible for how those platforms handle your data.

10. Data Retention

Non-sensitive session data stored in your browser may remain until cleared by you. Account-related data stored in Firebase may be retained as long as necessary unless deletion is requested.

11. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights under applicable laws such as the Indian Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDP) or GDPR, including:

• Right to access your data
• Right to request correction
• Right to request deletion
• Right to withdraw consent (where applicable)

Requests can be made via email.

12. Children's Privacy

This website is not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

13. Limitation of Liability

While reasonable efforts are made to protect your data, BlockSizedX shall not be held liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from unauthorized access, data loss, or misuse beyond reasonable control.

14. Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in practices or legal requirements. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

15. Contact

Muhammed Nazal Naufal
BlockSizedX
Email: blocksizedx@gmail.com
Location: Kannur, Kerala, India