Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how Veeresh Bashetti ('I', 'me', or 'my') collects, uses, and shares information when you visit veereshbashetti.com (the 'Site'). I take your privacy seriously and I've written this in plain language so it's actually readable.

By using the Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out directly.

Information you give me

• Comments — your name and message when you leave a comment on a post.
• Email — if you reach out to me directly via the contact email.
• Nothing else. I don't run a newsletter or ask you to create an account.

Information collected automatically

• Page views — which articles you read (anonymized, via Google Analytics).
• Referral source — how you found the site (e.g. search, Pinterest, direct).
• Device & browser type — for ensuring the site renders correctly.
• Approximate location — country/city level only, never precise GPS.

Locally stored preferences

Certain features — dark mode preference, font size, bookmarks, highlights, and reading streak — are stored in your browser's localStorage. This data never leaves your device and I cannot access it.

The Site uses a small number of cookies. A cookie is a tiny file placed on your device that helps the site work properly.

You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time. Doing so may affect how some features of the Site function, but the articles will still be fully readable.

I use a handful of third-party services to run the Site. Each has their own privacy policy that governs how they handle data.

Affiliate links — some articles contain affiliate links (primarily Amazon). If you click one and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. These links are always disclosed near the relevant content.

• To display and improve the Site — understanding which content is useful helps me write better.
• To show comments — names and messages posted publicly are visible to all readers.
• To display ads — Google AdSense uses browsing data to show relevant advertisements.
• To respond to enquiries — if you email me, I'll use your address only to reply.
• Nothing is sold — I do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to any third party.

Depending on where you live, you may have certain rights under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR if you're in the EU/EEA, or India's DPDP Act).

• Access — request a copy of the personal data I hold about you.
• Correction — ask me to correct inaccurate data.
• Deletion — ask me to delete your comment or personal data.
• Objection — object to processing based on legitimate interests.
• Portability — receive your data in a machine-readable format.

To exercise any of these rights, simply email me. I'll respond within 30 days.

The Site is not directed at children under 13 years of age. I do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has submitted personal data to this Site, please contact me and I will remove it promptly.

I may update this policy from time to time. When I do, I'll update the 'Last updated' date at the top of this page. Significant changes will be noted clearly. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please reach out: