Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 1, 2025
Hot & Juicy Podcast ("we", "us", or "our") operates the website at hotandjuicypodcast.com. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your data. By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
- Newsletter subscriptions: When you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address and optionally your first name. This data is processed by EmailJS in accordance with their privacy policy.
- Contact form submissions: When you contact us via our contact or sponsor forms (powered by EmailJS), we collect your name, email address, and the content of your message.
- Usage data: We may collect anonymised data about how visitors interact with our website, including pages visited, time on site, and device type, through analytics tools.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information solely to:
- Send you the Hot & Juicy newsletter if you have subscribed
- Respond to messages and inquiries submitted via our contact forms
- Improve our website and content based on usage patterns
- Process sponsorship and partnership inquiries
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.
3. Third-Party Services
Our website uses the following third-party services that may process your data:
- EmailJS โ newsletter delivery and contact form processing. See EmailJS Privacy Policy.
- YouTube โ video embeds. When you play an embedded YouTube video, YouTube may set cookies on your device. See Google's Privacy Policy.
- Vercel โ website hosting and delivery. See Vercel's Privacy Policy.
4. Cookies
Our website itself does not use tracking cookies. However, third-party services embedded in our site (such as YouTube video players) may set cookies on your device. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.
5. Data Retention
Newsletter subscriber data is retained for as long as you remain subscribed. Contact form submissions are retained only as long as necessary to respond to your inquiry. You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Withdraw consent for newsletter communications at any time
- Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at hotandjuicy24@gmail.com.
7. Newsletter Unsubscribe
Every newsletter we send contains an unsubscribe link. You may also unsubscribe at any time by emailing us at hotandjuicy24@gmail.com with the subject line "Unsubscribe".
8. Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has submitted information to us, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Continued use of our website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
10. Contact Us
For any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
- Email: hotandjuicy24@gmail.com
- WhatsApp: +974 3395 5120