Last Updated: [August, 2024]

Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy outlines how Hugging Hearts (“we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, protects, and discloses the personal information of visitors (“users,” “you,” or “your”) to www.hugginghearts.org (the “Website”). Please read this Privacy Policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your personal information and how we handle it. By accessing or using the Website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect both personally identifiable information (“PII”) and non-personally identifiable information (“Non-PII”) from users through various interactions with the Website, including but not limited to:

a. Personal Information:

• Name

• Email address

• Contact information

• Any other information you voluntarily provide

b. Non-Personal Information:

• Browser type

• Operating system

• IP address

• Usage data (pages visited, actions taken on the Website)

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information for the following purposes:

• To personalize your experience on the Website

• To send you periodic emails with updates, news, and promotions (you can opt out at any time)

• To improve our Website and services based on your feedback

• To analyze and monitor usage patterns and trends

• To fulfill our legal obligations and protect our rights

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies and other tracking technologies to enhance user experience and collect usage data. Cookies are small files stored on your device that enable the Website to recognize your browser and capture certain information.

4. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no data transmission over the internet or electronic storage is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Third-Party Links

The Website may contain links to third-party websites, products, or services. These third-party sites have their own privacy policies, which we do not control. We are not responsible for the content or practices of these third-party websites.

6. Children’s Privacy

Our Website is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to access, modify, or delete the personal information we hold about you. You can also unsubscribe from our emails at any time by using the provided opt-out link. If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [insert email address].

8. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time without prior notice. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on the Website. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any updates.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at [insert email address].

By using the Website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our practices outlined in this policy, please refrain from using the Website.