Privacy Policy
Last updated: 19 July 2026
1. Who we are
This site is operated by Dan Waqar ("we", "I", "us"), an independent software engineer based in Dallas, Texas, United States. For any privacy question or request, contacthello@danwaqar.com or use thecontact page. We are the data controller for the information described here.
2. What we collect and why
| Data | Why | Lawful basis | Retention |
|---|---|---|---|
| Name, email, message (contact form) | To reply to your enquiry | Consent / steps to enter into a contract | Until the enquiry is resolved, then up to 24 months |
| Email (newsletter) | To send occasional updates you asked for | Consent (double opt-in) | Until you unsubscribe |
| Name, email, scheduling details (Calendly) | To book and hold a call | Consent / steps to enter into a contract | As long as needed to manage the booking |
| Usage data (analytics) | To understand how the site is used | Consent | Per Google Analytics settings |
| Advertising identifiers (marketing tags) | To measure and improve advertising | Consent | Per each provider's settings |
Analytics and marketing tools only load after you accept them in the cookie banner. If you do not accept, they never run.
3. Cookies and similar technology
We use a self-hosted consent banner. Details of every cookie and stored item are in our Cookie Policy. You can change your choice anytime using the "Cookie settings" link in the footer.
4. Who we share data with
| Processor | Purpose | Region |
|---|---|---|
| Vercel | Website hosting | United States |
| MailerLite | Newsletter delivery | European Union / United States |
| Calendly | Call scheduling | United States |
| Google (Analytics) | Website analytics | United States |
| Meta (Pixel) | Advertising measurement | United States |
| LinkedIn (Insight Tag) | Advertising measurement | United States |
We do not sell your personal information.
5. International transfers
Some processors above are located in the United States. Where data is transferred out of the EU, UK, or Australia, it relies on the safeguards those providers offer, such as Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent mechanisms.
6. Your rights
EU and UK residents (GDPR / UK GDPR)
You have the right to access, correct, erase, restrict, port, and object to the processing of your data, and to withdraw consent at any time. To exercise any of these, email hello@danwaqar.com or use the contact form. We aim to respond within one month.
California residents (CCPA / CPRA)
You have the right to know, delete, and correct your personal information, to opt out of sale or sharing (we do not sell), and not to be discriminated against for exercising these rights. We honor Global Privacy Control signals as an opt-out. Use the "Your Privacy Choices" link in the footer or contact us.
Australian residents
Under the Australian Privacy Principles you may request access to and correction of your personal information, and may complain to us and, if unsatisfied, to the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC).
7. Children
This site is not directed at children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect their personal information.
8. How to exercise your rights
Email hello@danwaqar.com or use the contact page. We will respond as required by the laws that apply to you.
9. Changes to this policy
We may update this policy. The "last updated" date at the top shows the current version. Material changes will be reflected here.
This document was generated from a template and the site owner's answers. It is not legal advice. Have a qualified lawyer in your jurisdiction review it before you rely on it. Questions about this page can go to Dan Waqar via thecontact page.