Effective Date: Jan, 2025
Introduction
HOTVIBES COLUMN (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your personal information and complying with the British Columbia Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA). This policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect personal information in the course of our business operations.
Scope
This policy applies to personal information collected from individuals who interact with HOTVIBES COLUMN, including subscribers, readers, and customers of our self-publishing services.
Definitions
- Personal Information: Any information about an identifiable individual, excluding business contact information used solely for business purposes.
- Privacy Officer: The individual responsible for ensuring HOTVIBES COLUMN complies with PIPA.
Accountability
Michael Yong, operating as HOTVIBES COLUMN, is the designated Privacy Officer and is responsible for ensuring compliance with PIPA.
Contact Information for Privacy Officer:
Email: n.bird@hotvibes-column.com
Personal Information We Collect
We collect only the following types of personal information:
- Email Address: For sending newsletters, updates, and marketing communications.
We do not collect sensitive personal information, such as financial details or identification numbers.
How We Collect Personal Information
We collect personal information directly from you when:
- You subscribe to our newsletter through our website (https://hotvibes-column.com).
- You provide your email address to receive updates or notifications.
Purpose of Collecting Personal Information
We collect and use your personal information for the following purposes:
- To send newsletters and updates about new articles, eBooks, or short stories.
- To inform you about marketing and promotional activities related to HOTVIBES COLUMN.
We do not use your personal information for any other purposes without obtaining your consent.
Consent
We collect, use, and disclose your personal information only with your consent, except as required by law.
- By subscribing to our newsletter, you consent to receive communications from HOTVIBES COLUMN.
- You may withdraw your consent at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in our emails or contacting us at n.bird@hotvibes-column.com.
Disclosure of Personal Information
We do not sell or trade your personal information. However, we may share it with service providers who assist us in managing our email communications (e.g., email marketing platforms).
All third-party service providers are bound by confidentiality obligations and comply with PIPA.
Retention of Personal Information
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. If you unsubscribe from our newsletter, your personal information will be deleted within a reasonable timeframe.
Safeguards
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. If you unsubscribe from our newsletter, your personal information will be deleted within a reasonable timeframe.
Access To and Correction of Personal Information
You have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you.
- Request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
To make a request, please contact our Privacy Officer at n.bird@hotvibes-column.com.
Complaint Process
If you have concerns about our handling of your personal information, you may:
- Contact our Privacy Officer at n.bird@hotvibes-column.com to address your concerns.
- File a complaint with the Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner for British Columbia (OIPC):
- Website: https://www.oipc.bc.ca
- Phone: 1-800-663-7867
Changes To This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in legislation or our practices. The most current version will be available on our website at https://hotvibes-column.com.
Contact Us
For any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Privacy Officer: Michael Yong
Email: n.bird@hotvibes-column.com
Website: https://hotvibes-column.com