Introduction
HOTVIBES COLUMN (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our users and complying with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal data when you interact with our personal blog and self-publishing company operated under the sole proprietorship of Michael Yong, also doing business as Nevada Bird and Aiden Jasper.
Data Controller Information
Data Controller: Michael Yong (Sole Proprietor)
Trading Name: HOTVIBES COLUMN
Location: Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
Email: n.bird@hotvibes-column.com
Website: https://hotvibes-column.com
Personal Data We Collect
We collect only the following personal data:
Email Address: Collected when you subscribe to our newsletter or updates.
Purpose of Data Collection
We use your email address exclusively for:
- Sending newsletters.
- Informing you about new articles, eBooks, and short story releases.
- Marketing our content and self-published works.
We do not collect or process additional personal data or share your email address with third parties for purposes beyond those stated here.
Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data on the following legal grounds:
- Consent: By subscribing to our newsletter, you provide explicit consent for us to use your email address for the stated purposes.
Data Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. However, your data may be shared with:
- Email Marketing Service Providers: For managing and distributing newsletters (e.g., Mailchimp or similar services).
We ensure that all third-party processors comply with GDPR and protect your data securely.
Data Retention
We retain your email address only for as long as you remain subscribed to our newsletter. You may unsubscribe at any time, and your data will be deleted promptly.
Your Rights Under GDPR
As a data subject under GDPR, you have the following rights:
- Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
- Right to Rectify: Request corrections to your personal data if inaccurate or incomplete.
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”).
- Right to Restrict Processing: Request a pause or restriction on how your data is used.
- Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service provider.
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for processing at any time by unsubscribing.
- Right to Lodge a Complaint: If you believe your data rights are violated, you can file a complaint with the relevant supervisory authority.
To exercise these rights, please email us at n.bird@hotvibes-column.com.
Securty Measures
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard your data, including encryption and secure storage of email addresses.
International Data Transfers
While HOTVIBES COLUMN operates in Canada, we acknowledge GDPR’s requirements regarding international data transfers. Any processing conducted outside the European Economic Area (EEA) is handled securely in compliance with GDPR standards.
Updates To This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in regulations or operational practices. Updated versions will be published on our website with the effective date.
Contact Information
For questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact:
Email: n.bird@hotvibes-column.com
Website: https://hotvibes-column.com
Effective Date: Jan, 2025