Privacy Policy for HostingWS

Effective Date: 08.10.2024

HostingWS respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy describes the types of information we collect, how we use and protect it, and your rights under relevant data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

1. Information We Collect

a. Personal Information

When you sign up for our services or contact us, we may collect the following personal information:

  • Full name
  • Email address
  • Billing address
  • Payment information (e.g., credit card details)
  • Contact number

b. Non-Personal Information

We may collect non-personal information, which may include:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and device information
  • Pages visited and time spent on each page
  • Technical data about how you interact with our website

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Process transactions, manage accounts, and provide customer support.
  • Tailor our domain and hosting service recommendations based on your business needs.
  • Improve and secure our website and services.
  • Comply with legal requirements and protect our rights.

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Compliance)

Under GDPR, we process your personal data based on:

  • Contractual necessity: To provide services you request.
  • Legitimate interests: To enhance our services and website experience.
  • Consent: When you provide explicit consent, e.g., for marketing communications.
  • Legal obligations: To comply with applicable laws.

4. Your Rights Under GDPR and CCPA

GDPR Rights (for EU Residents)

  • Right to Access: You can request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
  • Right to Rectification: You can request corrections to any incorrect data we hold about you.
  • Right to Erasure: You can request deletion of your data under certain circumstances.
  • Right to Restrict Processing: You can ask us to limit how we use your data.
  • Right to Data Portability: You can request your data in a commonly used format.
  • Right to Object: You can object to processing, especially for marketing purposes.

CCPA Rights (for California Residents)

  • Right to Know: You can request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal data we collect, use, or share.
  • Right to Delete: You may request the deletion of your personal information.
  • Right to Opt-Out: You may opt out of the sale of personal information (Note: HostingWS does not sell personal information).
  • Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your CCPA rights.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at contact@hostingws.com

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to enhance your experience on HostingWS. Cookies help us understand how users interact with our site and remember preferences. You can manage cookie settings through your browser.

6. Sharing Your Information

We only share your information in limited circumstances, including:

  • With service providers for payment processing, security, and customer support.
  • When required by law or to protect HostingWS’s rights.
  • In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.

7. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. While we strive to protect your data, no method of electronic storage is 100% secure, so we encourage caution.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

9. International Data Transfers

If you are located outside the United States, please note that your data may be transferred and processed in countries where data protection laws may differ from your jurisdiction. By using our services, you consent to such transfers in compliance with applicable data protection regulations.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party sites. HostingWS is not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies.

11. Changes to Our Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page, and we will notify you of significant changes.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:

Email: contact@hostingws.com