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Privacy Policy for bpatc.org

Last Updated: May 7, 2025

Welcome to bpatc.org (the “Site”). This Privacy Policy explains how Hasan Sarkar (“I”, “me”, “my”, or “the owner”) collects, uses, maintains, and discloses information collected from users (each, a “User”) of the bpatc.org website.

1. Information I Collect

I may collect personal identification information from Users in a variety of ways, including, but not limited to:

  • Comments: When Users leave comments on the Site, I collect the data shown in the comments form (typically name, email address, and website URL if provided), and also the User’s IP address and browser user agent string to help spam detection.
  • Log Files: Like many other websites, bpatc.org makes use of log files. The information inside the log files includes internet protocol (IP) addresses, type of browser, Internet Service Provider (ISP), date/time stamp, referring/exit pages, and number of clicks to analyze trends, administer the site, track User’s movement around the site, and gather demographic information for security and site maintenance purposes. IP addresses and other such information can be linked to personally identifiable information.  
  • Cookies and Similar Technologies: My Site uses “cookies” to enhance User experience and for analytics and advertising purposes.
    • Google Analytics: I use Google Analytics to understand how Users engage with my Site. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about your use of the Site, such as pages visited, time spent on pages, etc. This information is used to compile reports and to help me improve the Site.
    • Google AdSense: I use Google AdSense to display advertisements on my Site. Google AdSense uses cookies (including the DoubleClick DART cookie) to serve ads based on a User’s prior visits to this website and other websites on the Internet.
    • Users may find more information about Google’s practices and opt-out options by visiting Google’s Privacy & Terms page and Google’s Ad Settings.
  • Future Data Collection (Not Currently Active but Planned for Future):
    • Contact Forms: If I implement contact forms in the future, I will collect information such as name, email address, and the content of your message to respond to your inquiries.
    • Newsletter Subscriptions: If I offer a newsletter subscription in the future, I will collect your email address to send you periodic updates and information, with your explicit consent.

2. How I Use Collected Information

bpatc.org may collect and use Users’ personal information for the following purposes:

  • To Operate and Maintain My Website: Information like your IP address and browser type helps me ensure the Site is functioning correctly and securely.
  • To Respond to Inquiries and Comments: If you contact me or leave a comment, I will use your information to respond.
  • To Improve My Website and User Experience: I use information gathered from Google Analytics to understand how Users interact with my Site and to make improvements.
  • To Prevent Spam and Ensure Security: I use tools (like Akismet for comments, and security measures like MalCare and Imunify360) and log file information to protect the Site from spam and malicious activity.
  • To Display Advertisements: Google AdSense uses information to display ads that may be relevant to your interests.

3. How I Protect Your Information

I adopt appropriate data collection, storage, and processing practices and security measures to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction of your personal information, username, password, transaction information, and data stored on my Site. These measures include:  

  • SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) certificate
  • Regular software updates
  • Use of secure passwords
  • Security plugins and services such as MalCare and Imunify360.

However, no method of transmission over the Internet, or method of electronic storage, is 100% secure. While I strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your Personal Information, I cannot guarantee its absolute security.  

4. Sharing Your Personal Information

I do not sell, trade, or rent Users’ personal identification information to others. However, I may share your information with the following third-party service providers who assist me in operating my website, conducting my business, or servicing you, so long as those parties agree to keep this information confidential or have their own privacy policies in place:  

  • Website Hosting Provider: My hosting provider stores the Site’s data.
  • Analytics Providers: Google Analytics collects and processes data as described above.
  • Spam Filtering Services: Services like Akismet may process comment data to prevent spam.
  • Advertising Partners: Google AdSense collects and processes data to serve advertisements as described above.
  • Social Media Platforms: If you interact with social media features on my site (e.g., share buttons), those platforms may collect information according to their own privacy policies.
  • Future Service Providers: If I implement an email marketing service for a newsletter in the future, your email address would be shared with that provider.

I may also disclose your Personal Information if required to do so by law or in the good faith belief that such action is necessary to:  

  • Comply with a legal obligation or valid legal process.
  • Protect and defend my rights or property.  
  • Prevent or investigate possible wrongdoing in connection with the Site.
  • Protect the personal safety of Users of the Site or the public.  

5. Data Retention

  • Comment Data: If you leave a comment, the comment and its metadata are retained indefinitely. This is so I can recognize and approve any follow-up comments automatically instead of holding them in a moderation queue.  
  • Analytics Data: Data collected by Google Analytics is subject to Google’s data retention policies. You can configure data retention settings within your Google Analytics account, or refer to Google’s terms for more information.
  • Log Files: Log files are generally kept for security and operational analysis for a limited period, except where they need to be retained for longer due to security investigations or legal requirements.

6. Cookies

As mentioned above, my Site uses cookies. Cookies are small files that a site or its service provider transfers to your computer’s hard drive through your Web browser (if you allow) that enables the site’s or service provider’s systems to recognize your browser and capture and remember certain information.  

I use cookies to:  

  • Understand and save User’s preferences for future visits.
  • Compile aggregate data about site traffic and site interactions in order to offer better site experiences and tools in the future (via Google Analytics).  
  • Serve targeted advertisements (via Google AdSense).

Users can choose to set their web browser to refuse cookies, or to alert you when cookies are being sent. If they do so, note that some parts of the Site may not function properly. For more information about managing cookies, please check your browser’s help information.  

7. User Rights

While I strive to be transparent, if you have questions about the personal information I may hold about you, or if you wish to discuss your data, please contact me at [[email protected]].

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data, such as the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your personal data. I will make reasonable efforts to accommodate such requests where applicable.  

8. Children’s Privacy

My Site is not directed to individuals under the age of 13 (or a higher age threshold as required by applicable law in some jurisdictions). I do not knowingly collect personal information from children without verifiable parental consent. If you are a parent or guardian and you believe that your child has provided me with personal information, please contact me so that I can take steps to remove that information from my servers.

9. Links to Other Websites

My Site may contain links to other websites (e.g., official government sites, school websites, CDN links for file downloads) that are not operated by me. If you click on a third-party link, you will be directed to that third party’s site. I strongly advise you to review the Privacy Policy of every site you visit. I have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services.  

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

I have the discretion to update this Privacy Policy at any time. When I do, I will revise the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. I encourage Users to frequently check this page for any changes to stay informed about how I am helping to protect the personal information I collect. You acknowledge and agree that it is your responsibility to review this Privacy Policy periodically and become aware of modifications. Your continued use of the Site following the posting of changes to this policy will be deemed your acceptance of those changes.  

11. Your Acceptance of These Terms

By using this Site, you signify your acceptance of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to this policy, please do not use my Site.  

12. Contacting Me

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, the practices of this site, or your dealings with this site, please contact me at:  

Hasan Sarkar bpatc.org [[email protected]]