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Privacy Policy

LAST UPDATED: APRIL 24, 2026  ·  CODEBYTES  ·  poetic-bytes.blogspot.com

§01 Introduction

Welcome to CodeBytes (accessible at poetic-bytes.blogspot.com, code-avs.pages.dev, and pansensoyglenn-dev.github.io/articles). This blog is independently owned and operated by Glenn Junsay Pansensoy.

Your privacy is important. This Privacy Policy explains what information is collected when you visit CodeBytes, how it is used, and what choices you have. By accessing any page on this site, you acknowledge and agree to the practices described below.

Plain language summary: CodeBytes does not sell your data. Most data collected comes from Google's Blogger and Analytics platforms, which are governed by their own policies.

§02 Information We Collect

CodeBytes collects information in two ways:

Automatically Collected Data

  • IP address and approximate geographic location
  • Browser type and operating system
  • Referring URL and pages visited
  • Date, time, and duration of your visit
  • Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)

Voluntarily Provided Data

  • Name and email address submitted via blog comments (powered by Blogger/Google)
  • Email address if you contact us directly at pansensoyglenn@gmail.com

CodeBytes does not operate a newsletter subscription or user account system. No passwords or payment information are ever collected.

§03 How We Use Information

Information collected is used for the following purposes:

  • To understand how visitors find and use the blog
  • To improve the quality, relevance, and readability of content
  • To respond to comments and direct inquiries
  • To detect and prevent spam or abusive behavior in comments
  • To comply with applicable laws and regulations

We do not use your data for advertising profiling, and we do not rent or sell personal data to third parties.

§04 Third-Party Services

CodeBytes is hosted on Blogger, a platform operated by Google LLC. By visiting this blog, you are also subject to Google's Privacy Policy. The following third-party services may be active:

  • Google Blogger: Hosting, commenting system, and page serving.
  • Google Analytics: Traffic analysis and visitor statistics.
  • Google AdSense (if enabled): May serve interest-based advertisements. You can opt out via Google Ads Settings.
  • Cloudflare Pages: CDN services for code-avs.pages.dev.
  • GitHub Pages: Hosting for pansensoyglenn-dev.github.io.
  • Social sharing buttons: Facebook, X (Twitter), Pinterest, and email sharing buttons may load third-party scripts when used.
Note: CodeBytes does not control the data practices of these third-party platforms. We encourage you to review their respective privacy policies.

§05 Cookies & Tracking

This site uses cookies — small text files stored on your device — primarily through Google's Blogger and Analytics infrastructure. See our full Cookie Policy for details on what cookies are used and how to control them.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain site features, including the comment system.

§06 Data Retention

CodeBytes does not independently store visitor data beyond what Blogger and Google Analytics retain on our behalf. Comment data submitted through Blogger's system is retained as long as the blog post remains published. Direct email correspondence is retained only as long as necessary to respond.

To request deletion of a comment you submitted, please email pansensoyglenn@gmail.com.

§07 Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your personal data
  • Object to the processing of your data
  • Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at pansensoyglenn@gmail.com. We will respond within 30 days.

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), your rights are governed by the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Philippine residents may refer to the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (Republic Act No. 10173).

§08 Children's Privacy

CodeBytes is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has submitted personal data to this site, please contact us immediately at pansensoyglenn@gmail.com and we will take steps to delete it.

§09 Policy Changes

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in law, technology, or blog operations. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page will always reflect the most recent revision. Continued use of CodeBytes after any change constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

§10 Contact

For any privacy-related questions, concerns, or requests, please reach out:

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