Last updated: March 1, 2026
This Privacy Policy describes how hmmnm.com (“the Website”) collects, uses, and protects your personal data. The Website is a personal cybersecurity blog operated by Prabhu Kalyan Samal (“the Owner”). By using the Website, you consent to the practices described below.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information in two ways: data you provide voluntarily, and data gathered automatically when you visit.
Voluntarily provided data: If you leave a comment, your name, email address, IP address, and comment content are stored. Your email is used solely for moderation notifications and is never shared publicly. If you contact us, we store your name, email, and message content.
Automatically collected data: When you visit, your browser sends your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URL, pages viewed, and session duration. This helps us understand traffic patterns and improve content.
2. Cookies
The Website uses cookies — small text files placed on your device:
- Essential cookies keep the site functional (e.g., remembering your cookie consent preference).
- Analytics cookies (such as Google Analytics) measure visitor interaction so we can improve content and performance.
You may disable cookies in your browser settings at any time. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
3. Third-Party Services
The Website integrates with services governed by their own privacy policies:
- Google Analytics — processes visitor data for traffic analysis. See Google’s Privacy Policy.
- Akismet — screens comments for spam and may process your IP address and comment data. See Automattic Privacy Policy.
- Social media links (LinkedIn, etc.) — outbound links only; external platforms have their own data practices.
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties for advertising or marketing purposes.
4. Data Security
The Website is served over HTTPS with SSL/TLS encryption to protect data in transit. Hosting is provided by a reputable provider with server-level security measures. We apply security patches promptly and conduct regular maintenance. However, no internet-based system is completely immune to risk.
5. GDPR and Your Rights
The Website is accessible to visitors in the European Economic Area and complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Under GDPR, you have the following rights:
- Right of Access — request a copy of all personal data we hold about you.
- Right to Rectification — correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Right to Erasure — request deletion of your personal data.
- Right to Restrict Processing — limit how we use your data.
- Right to Data Portability — receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
- Right to Object — object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing.
- Right to Withdraw Consent — withdraw cookie or analytics consent at any time.
The legal basis for processing comment data is legitimate interest (maintaining site integrity and combating spam). To exercise any right, contact us at the email below. We respond to all requests within 30 days. Comment data is retained indefinitely as published content, but you may request deletion of your name and email from any comment.
6. Children’s Privacy
This Website is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If discovered, such data will be deleted immediately.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes are reflected by the “Last updated” date above. Continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
8. Contact
For privacy-related inquiries or to exercise your GDPR rights:
- Owner: Prabhu Kalyan Samal
- Email: adhwiraj@gmail.com
- Website: hmmnm.com