‍ ‍Privacy Policy - Effective Date: 1/1/2026

‍‍HotTech (“HotTech,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) operates https://www.hottech.com (the “Site”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and disclose information in connection with the Site and outlines your rights under applicable laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), as amended by the CPRA, and related California privacy laws.

Information We Collect

‍We limit data collection to what is necessary to operate, secure, and maintain the Site.‍ ‍

Information you provide
We collect information you voluntarily submit, such as your name or email address when contacting us.

Automatically collected information
Through our hosting provider (Squarespace), limited technical data may be collected, including IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, referring URLs, and timestamps. This information is used in aggregate and not to identify individuals.

‍Sensitive personal information
We do not knowingly collect sensitive personal information.

‍Cookies and Tracking

HotTech does not use advertising cookies, third-party ad trackers, or cross-site behavioral tracking. Squarespace may use strictly necessary cookies required for core site functionality, security, and performance. We do not deploy additional tracking technologies beyond those required for basic operation.

‍You can control cookies through your browser settings.

‍How We Use Information

We use information solely to:‍ ‍

  • Operate and maintain the Site

  • Respond to user inquiries

  • Maintain security and integrity

We do not use personal information for targeted advertising, profiling, or marketing automation.

Disclosure of Information
‍We do not sell, rent, or share personal information as defined under CCPA/CPRA.

We may disclose information:

  • To Squarespace, our hosting provider, solely to operate the Site

  • To comply with applicable law, regulation, or legal process

  • To protect the rights, property, or safety of HotTech or others

‍Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Policy or as required by law

California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

  • Request access to personal information we collect

  • Request deletion of personal information

  • Request correction of inaccurate personal information

‍ HotTech does not sell or share personal information; therefore, opt-out rights related to sale or sharing are not applicable.

‍ To submit a request, contact: htva@hottech.com
We will not discriminate against you for exercising your rights.

‍Do Not Track

The Site does not engage in cross-site tracking or behavioral advertising. As such, Do Not Track (DNT) signals do not alter our data practices.

Third-Party Services

The Site is hosted by Squarespace, which may process limited technical data necessary to deliver and secure the Site. We do not authorize third parties to use your information for independent purposes.

Data Security

we rely on reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards, including those provided by Squarespace, to protect information. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure.

‍Children’s Privacy

The Site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

‍Changes to This Policy

‍We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

“Notice at Collection: We collect only limited technical and contact information to operate this Site and do not sell or share personal information.”

‍Contact

For questions or privacy requests, contact: htva@hottech.com