Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 3, 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how franciskelly.ie (“the Website”), operated by Francis Kelly, collects and uses information when you interact with the site.

1. Who I Am

Francis Kelly
Dublin, Ireland
Email: francis@franciskelly.ie

2. Information Collected

A. Server & Security Logs

• IP address
• Browser type or device
• Pages visited
• Date and time
• Referrer URL

This data is used only for security and performance.

B. Information You Provide

If you contact me, I receive your email so I can respond.

C. External Links

Platforms like LinkedIn or GitHub may collect data according to their own policies.

3. Cookies & Tracking

This Website does not use tracking cookies or analytics tools.

The only local storage used is for dark mode preference.

4. Legal Basis (GDPR)

• Legitimate Interests — security, performance
• Consent — when you contact me directly

5. How Your Data Is Used

• To respond to messages
• To maintain site security

6. Data Retention

Server logs are retained only as needed.

7. Sharing & Third Parties

Data is not shared except with technical hosting providers.

8. International Data Transfers

Data may be processed outside the EEA with safeguards.

9. Your Rights (GDPR)

• Access, correction, deletion
• Restriction or objection
• Portability
• Right to complain to the DPC

10. Children

This Website is not intended for children under 16.

11. Security

HTTPS and security practices are used, but no system is perfect.

12. Updates

Any changes will update the “Last updated” date.