Effective Date: 01/01/2025
Last Updated: 15/02/2025

Welcome to Harshad’s Dev Blog (“Website,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). This Privacy Policy and Terms of Use (“Agreement”) govern your use of our website, accessible at https://harshad-sonawane.com/blog.

By accessing or using this Website, you agree to be bound by this Agreement. If you do not agree with any part of this Agreement, you should refrain from using the Website.

Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

1.1 Personal Information (Voluntarily Provided)

  • Name
  • Email address (when you subscribe to newsletters, comment, or contact us)
  • Any other information you provide voluntarily

1.2 Non-Personal Information (Automatically Collected)

  • Internet Protocol (IP) address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device type and operating system
  • Website usage statistics, including pages visited and time spent

2. How We Use Your Information

The information we collect is used for:

  • Enhancing user experience and improving Website content
  • Responding to user inquiries, feedback, or support requests
  • Sending newsletters, updates, or promotional content (only with consent)
  • Website traffic analysis and security monitoring
  • Ensuring compliance with legal obligations

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience. Cookies help us:

  • Store user preferences for a personalized experience
  • Monitor and analyze Website performance
  • Optimize content based on user behavior

Users may disable cookies in their browser settings. However, doing so may affect certain Website functionalities.


4. Third-Party Links & Services

Our Website may contain links to external websites or services operated by third parties. We do not assume responsibility for their privacy practices, content, or policies. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of external sites before sharing personal data.


5. Data Protection & Security

We implement commercially reasonable security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, as no security system is entirely foolproof, we cannot guarantee absolute security. Users are advised to use strong passwords and exercise caution when sharing personal information online.


6. Compliance with Indian Laws

This Website complies with the provisions of the Information Technology Act, 2000, and the Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011.

In case of legal requests by law enforcement authorities, we may disclose personal data as required by applicable laws.


7. Your Rights & Choices

Users have the following rights concerning their data:

  • Opt-Out: Users may unsubscribe from email communications at any time.
  • Request for Data Deletion: Users may request deletion of personal information by contacting us at [your email].
  • Modify Information: Users may request corrections or updates to their personal data.

8. Updates to the Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. The latest version will always be available on this page, with the effective date duly updated.

For any privacy-related concerns, users may contact us at:
📧 Email: [Your Email]
🌐 Website: [Your Blog URL]


Terms of Use

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using [Your Blog Name], users agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If a user does not agree with any part of these terms, they should discontinue using the Website immediately.


2. Intellectual Property Rights

All content, including but not limited to text, images, logos, graphics, and blog posts, is the intellectual property of [Your Blog Name], unless otherwise stated. Users may not copy, distribute, or reproduce content without prior written permission.


3. User Conduct

By using this Website, users agree:

  • Not to engage in any unlawful, defamatory, or harmful activities.
  • Not to distribute spam, malicious software, or attempt unauthorized access to the Website.
  • Not to infringe upon intellectual property rights or post misleading content.

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access for violations of these terms.


4. Content Disclaimer

  • The content published on [Your Blog Name] is for informational purposes only.
  • We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information.
  • Users rely on the information at their own risk.

We are not liable for any loss or damage resulting from reliance on the content provided on this Website.


5. Third-Party Advertisements and Affiliate Links

We may display third-party advertisements or affiliate links. Clicking on these links may redirect users to external websites. We do not endorse or take responsibility for third-party products or services.


6. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, [Your Blog Name] and its administrators shall not be liable for:

  • Any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from Website use.
  • Any data loss, unauthorized access, or cyber-attacks beyond our reasonable control.
  • Any third-party actions or external links posted on the Website.

7. Indemnification

Users agree to indemnify and hold harmless [Your Blog Name] from any claims, liabilities, damages, or expenses arising from their use of the Website or violation of these Terms.


8. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India. Any disputes arising from this Agreement shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of [Your State, India].


9. Changes to Terms of Use

We reserve the right to modify or update these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Website after changes implies acceptance of the revised terms.

For any legal inquiries or concerns, contact us at:
📧 Email: contact@harshad-sonawane.com
🌐 Website: harshad-sonawane.com