Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 26, 2026

This Privacy Policy describes how Ilya Amursky ("I," "me," or "my") collects, uses, and protects your information when you visit amursky.com (the "Site").

Information I Collect

Analytics Data

I use Tinybird for web analytics. Tinybird is a cookie-free analytics service, which means it does not place cookies on your device or track you across websites. The analytics data collected may include:

  • Pages visited and referring URLs
  • Approximate geographic location (country/region level, derived from your IP address)
  • Device type, browser, and operating system
  • Date and time of your visit

This data is collected in aggregate to understand how the Site is used and to improve its content. It cannot be used to identify you personally.

Email Address and Name

If you subscribe to my newsletter or mailing list, I collect your name and email address. I use this information solely to send you the content you signed up for. You can unsubscribe at any time by using the unsubscribe link included in every email.

Information I Do Not Collect

I do not use cookies, and the Site does not include comment forms, user accounts, or other features that collect personal information beyond what is described above.

How I Use Your Information

I use the information I collect for the following purposes:

  • Analytics data — to understand traffic patterns and improve the Site's content and performance.
  • Name and email address — to send newsletters or updates you have opted into and to personalize communications.

I do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

Third-Party Services

The Site relies on the following third-party services:

  • Tinybird — for cookie-free web analytics. Tinybird's privacy policy is available at tinybird.co/legal/privacy.
  • Mailgun — to manage the mailing list and deliver emails. Your name and email address are shared with Mailgun solely for the purpose of sending you the content you subscribed to. Mailgun's privacy policy is available at mailgun.com/legal/privacy-policy.

Data Retention

  • Analytics data is retained in aggregate form and does not contain personally identifiable information.
  • Names and email addresses are retained for as long as you remain subscribed. Once you unsubscribe, your name and email address are removed from the mailing list.

Your Rights Under the GDPR

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have certain rights regarding your personal data under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

  • Access — You can request a copy of the personal data I hold about you.
  • Rectification — You can ask me to correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Erasure — You can ask me to delete your personal data.
  • Restriction — You can ask me to restrict how I process your data.
  • Portability — You can request your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
  • Objection — You can object to the processing of your data.
  • Withdraw consent — Where processing is based on consent, you can withdraw it at any time (for example, by unsubscribing from the mailing list).

To exercise any of these rights, please contact me at the email address listed below. I will respond within 30 days.

Under the GDPR, I process your data on the following legal bases:

  • Legitimate interest — for analytics data, to understand and improve the Site.
  • Consent — for your name and email address, which you provide voluntarily when subscribing.

International Data Transfers

If you are visiting the Site from outside the country where data is processed, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in a different jurisdiction. By using the Site or providing your email address, you acknowledge this transfer.

Children's Privacy

The Site is not directed at children under the age of 16. I do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided me with personal data, please contact me so I can delete it.

Changes to This Policy

I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. I encourage you to review this page periodically.

Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, you can reach me at ilya.amursky@gmail.com.