# Privacy Policy

> How Alex Cinovoj and TechTide AI collect, use, and protect personal information across this site and engagements.

Canonical: https://alexcinovoj.com/privacy

This Privacy Policy explains how Alex Cinovoj (operating as TechTide AI) collects, uses, and protects information when you visit alexcinovoj.com or engage our services.

## 1. Information we collect

We collect information you provide directly (such as name, email, and company details when you contact us), and limited technical data automatically collected by our hosting and analytics providers (such as IP address, browser, device type, and pages viewed).

## 2. How we use information
- To respond to inquiries and deliver requested services.
- To send relevant updates if you opt in.
- To monitor site performance, security, and abuse.
- To comply with legal obligations.

## 3. Sharing

We do not sell personal information. We share data only with vetted processors (hosting, email, analytics) under contract, or when required by law.

## 4. Cookies

This site uses strictly necessary cookies for functionality and may use privacy-respecting analytics cookies. See our Cookie Policy for details.

## 5. Data retention

We retain personal data only as long as needed for the purposes described above or as required by law.

## 6. Your rights

Depending on your jurisdiction (including GDPR and CCPA), you may have the right to access, correct, delete, or port your personal data. To exercise these rights, email alex@techtideai.io.

## 7. Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards. No method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

## 8. Changes

We may update this policy from time to time. Material changes will be posted on this page with a new effective date.

## 9. Contact

Questions? Email alex@techtideai.io.