California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)

At Hosting Prof (“we,” “our,” or “us”), we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information of all visitors, including California residents. This California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Compliance Statement outlines the rights of California residents under the CCPA and explains how we collect, use, and manage personal information.

Your Rights Under CCPA

If you are a California resident, you have the following rights under the CCPA:

a. Right to Know

You have the right to request information about:

  • The categories of personal information we collect.
  • The sources from which the personal information is collected.
  • The purposes for collecting, using, or sharing personal information.
  • The categories of third parties with whom we share your personal information.
  • The specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you.

b. Right to Delete

You have the right to request the deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions (e.g., if the information is needed to comply with legal obligations or complete a transaction).

c. Right to Opt-Out

You have the right to opt-out of the sale of your personal information. Hosting Prof does not sell personal information to third parties. However, if this changes, we will update this policy and provide a clear mechanism for opting out.

d. Right to Non-Discrimination

You have the right to receive equal service and pricing, even if you exercise your CCPA rights. We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of your CCPA rights.

Categories of Personal Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal information:

  • Identifiers: Name, email address, IP address, or other similar identifiers.
  • Internet Activity: Browsing history, search history, or interaction with our Site and advertisements.
  • Commercial Information: Information about purchases or services obtained through affiliate links.
  • Geolocation Data: General location data based on IP address.
  • Inferences: Information derived from the above to create a profile reflecting your preferences.

For more details, see our Privacy Policy.

How We Use Personal Information

We collect personal information for purposes such as:

  • Providing and improving our services.
  • Analyzing website performance and user behavior.
  • Processing transactions through affiliate links.
  • Sending updates, newsletters, or promotional materials (with your consent).
  • Ensuring security and fraud prevention.

Exercising Your CCPA Rights

Submitting a Request

To exercise your CCPA rights, you can contact us through any of the following methods:

  • Email: info@hostingprof.com

In your request, please include:

  1. Your full name.
  2. Your contact information.
  3. A description of the specific CCPA rights you wish to exercise.

Verification Process

To protect your privacy, we may ask you to verify your identity before processing your request. This may include providing additional information that matches our records.

Do Not Sell My Personal Information

Hosting Prof does not sell personal information. If we decide to sell personal information in the future, we will provide a clear opt-out mechanism on our Site and update this policy accordingly.

Third-Party Sharing

We may share your information with third parties for the following purposes:

  • Affiliate Marketing: Sharing transaction details with affiliate programs to track referrals.
  • Analytics: Using tools like Google Analytics to monitor website performance.
  • Advertising: Displaying targeted ads through advertising platforms.

We ensure that these third parties comply with applicable data protection laws and only use the information for authorized purposes.

Updates to This CCPA Compliance Statement

We may update this CCPA Compliance Statement from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or to remain compliant with legal requirements. The “Effective Date” at the top of this page indicates when this statement was last revised.

Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this CCPA Compliance Statement, please contact us at:

  • Email: info@hostingprof.com

Effective Date: December 5, 2024

Acknowledgment: By using our Site, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this CCPA Compliance Statement.

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