Last Updated: 8 October 2025

This Privacy Policy describes how Brian Rosario (“I”, “me”, or “my”) collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit or interact with brianrosario.com (the “Website”).  By using this Website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

1. Who I Am

I operate BrianRosario.com, a personal blog dedicated to topics related to software engineering, artificial intelligence, image processing, and other areas of technology and creativity.  This page explains how your personal information is handled when you access or use my Website.

2. Information I Collect

When you visit or interact with this Website, certain types of information may be collected. These include:

a. Personal Information

If you choose to contact me through email or a contact form, I may collect personal information such as:

  • Your name
  • Your email address
  • Any message or details you voluntarily share

This information is used solely for responding to inquiries or providing requested information.

b. Log Data

When you visit this Website, your browser automatically sends certain data known as “Log Data.”  This may include your computer’s IP address, browser type, browser version, the pages you visit, the time and date of your visit, and the time spent on those pages.  This data is collected to understand how the Website is used and to improve its performance.

c. Cookies

Cookies are small files that contain data and may include an anonymous unique identifier.  This Website uses cookies to improve your browsing experience and to analyze site traffic.  You can set your browser to refuse cookies or to alert you when cookies are being sent. However, some parts of the Website may not function properly if you choose to disable cookies.

For more details, please refer to the separate Cookie Policy.

3. How I Use Your Information

Your information may be used for the following purposes:

  • To respond to messages, inquiries, or feedback submitted through contact forms or email
  • To monitor and analyze website traffic and usage trends
  • To improve the Website’s content, design, and functionality
  • To ensure security and prevent misuse or unauthorized access

I will never sell, rent, or trade your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

4. Service Providers and Third Parties

I may use third-party services such as web hosting providers, analytics tools, or content delivery networks to operate and maintain the Website.  These service providers may have limited access to your personal information only to perform specific tasks on my behalf and are obligated not to use or disclose it for any other purpose.  Examples include Google Analytics and web hosting companies that log server requests.

5. AI-Assisted Content

Some articles, images, or creative materials on this Website may include or be enhanced with AI-generated content created using artificial intelligence tools.  All AI-assisted content is carefully reviewed and edited by Brian Rosario before publication.  AI tools are used solely to improve quality, enhance creativity, and support research, not to replace human authorship or responsibility.

6. Data Security

The security of your personal information is important to me.  While I strive to use commercially reasonable methods to protect your data, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure.  I cannot guarantee absolute security, but I take steps to minimize risks such as using secure hosting and encrypted communication where possible.

7. Links to Other Websites

This Website may contain links to other sites that are not operated by me.  If you click on a third-party link, you will be directed to that website.  I strongly encourage 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 websites or services.

8. Children’s Privacy

This Website does not knowingly collect or request personal information from anyone under the age of 18.  If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided personal information on this Website, please contact me immediately.  I will take steps to remove such information from the records as soon as possible.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Revisions will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. You are encouraged to review this page periodically to stay informed of any changes. Continued use of the Website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

10. Your Privacy Choices

You may contact me at any time if you would like to access, correct, or remove personal information that you have previously provided through this Website.

11. Contact

If you have any questions about these Privacy Policy, please contact me via the Contact Page.