Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how Samuel Mensah ("I", "me", "my") collects, uses, and protects personal information when you use my portfolio website and services. This policy is governed by the Data Protection Act, 2012 (Act 843) of the Republic of Ghana and the Ghana Data Protection Commission's guidelines.

2. Information I Collect

I may collect the following information:

• Visitor Identification: A randomly generated unique visitor code stored locally on your device to enhance your browsing experience. No personal data is linked to this code.
• Booking Information: When you submit a service request, I collect your name, email address, service preference, currency choice, budget range, and project description.
• Reviews: When you leave a review, I collect your name, rating, and review text.
• Usage Data: Anonymous analytics data including page views and device type through Vercel Analytics.

3. How I Use Your Information

• To respond to your service booking requests
• To communicate with you regarding projects and services
• To display reviews on the website
• To improve the website and user experience
• To comply with legal obligations under Ghanaian law

4. Data Protection Rights (Under Ghana Act 843)

Under the Data Protection Act of Ghana, you have the following rights:

• Right of Access: You may request access to your personal data held by me.
• Right to Rectification: You may request correction of inaccurate personal data.
• Right to Erasure: You may request deletion of your personal data.
• Right to Object: You may object to the processing of your personal data.

5. Data Security

I implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. All data transmissions are encrypted using industry-standard SSL/TLS protocols.

6. Cookies & Local Storage

This website uses local storage to store a unique visitor code for identification purposes only. No tracking cookies are used for advertising. Vercel Analytics may use anonymous, privacy-focused analytics that do not track individual users.

7. International Data Transfers

As I accept clients from multiple countries and currencies (USD, EUR, GHS), your data may be processed outside of Ghana. In such cases, I ensure appropriate safeguards are in place as required by the Data Protection Act, 2012 (Act 843).

8. Payment Information

I accept payments in US Dollars (USD), Euros (EUR), and Ghanaian Cedis (GHS). Payment processing is handled through secure third-party payment providers. I do not store credit card details or financial information on this website.

9. Third-Party Services

This website uses Vercel for hosting and analytics. Their respective privacy policies apply to data processed through their services. I do not sell or share your personal data with any third parties for marketing purposes.

10. Changes to This Policy

I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Continued use of this website constitutes acceptance of the modified policy.

11. Contact & Complaints

For any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or to exercise your data protection rights, please contact:

You may also file a complaint with the Ghana Data Protection Commission at www.dataprotection.org.gh

12. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Ghana, including the Data Protection Act, 2012 (Act 843). Any disputes arising from this policy shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Ghana.