Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

MakeYourPortfolio is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding that data. By using our Platform, you agree to the practices described here.

2. Information We Collect

Account Information

• Full name, email address, and username provided during registration.
• Profile photo (if uploaded).
• Billing information processed securely via our payment gateway — we do not store card numbers.

Portfolio Content

• Bio, professional summary, skills, projects, work experience, and education you add to your portfolio.
• Uploaded images, files, and external links.

Usage Data

• Log data including IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent.
• Portfolio view counts (aggregated and anonymised).

3. How We Use Your Data

• Service delivery: To create and host your portfolio, process subscriptions, and provide support.
• Improvement: To understand how users interact with the Platform and improve features.
• Communication: To send account-related emails such as receipts, expiry reminders, and important updates.
• Security: To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and unauthorised access.

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. We may share data only with:

• Payment processors solely to complete transactions.
• Hosting providers who store data under strict confidentiality agreements.
• Law enforcement if required by applicable law or court order.

5. Cookies

We use essential cookies to maintain your login session and CSRF token for security. We do not use third-party tracking or advertising cookies. You can disable cookies in your browser, but this may affect Platform functionality.

6. Public Portfolio Data

Information you choose to display on your public portfolio is publicly accessible to anyone with your portfolio URL. You control what appears on your public portfolio via the editor at any time.

7. Data Retention

We retain your account data for as long as your account is active. After deletion, data is retained for 30 days before permanent removal. Billing records may be retained for up to 7 years for legal compliance.

8. Your Rights

• Access: Request a copy of personal data we hold about you.
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data.
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data.
• Portability: Request an export of your portfolio data.

To exercise these rights, email privacy@makeyourportfolio.com.

9. Security

We use industry-standard security including HTTPS encryption, bcrypt password hashing, CSRF protection, and regular security audits. No method of internet transmission is 100% secure, but we commit to prompt disclosure of any verified breach.

10. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not directed at children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided data, please contact us immediately.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you by email and update the "Last updated" date below.

12. Contact

For privacy queries, contact privacy@makeyourportfolio.com.

Last updated: March 2025