Privacy Policy
At The Hustle Directory (“we,” “our,” or “us”), your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect the personal information you provide when you visit our website thehustledirectory.com, as well as your rights regarding your personal data.
By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect personal and non-personal information from users in various ways, including when you browse our site, register, submit forms, or interact with our services.
1.1 Personal Information:
- Name, email address, mailing address, and phone number (when applicable).
- Account login details if you create an account.
- Payment or billing information if you make purchases or subscribe to services.
1.2 Non-Personal Information:
- IP address, browser type, operating system, pages visited, and duration of your visit.
- Anonymous usage data and analytics.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected for the following purposes:
- To provide and improve our services and website functionality.
- To personalize your experience on our website.
- To communicate with you via emails, newsletters, or relevant notifications.
- To process payments securely.
- To comply with legal and regulatory obligations.
- To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, or illegal activities.
3. Legal Basis for Processing Data (GDPR)
If you are a resident of the European Union, we process your personal data under the following legal bases:
- Consent: When you explicitly allow us to collect and process your information.
- Legitimate Interests: To improve our website, personalize content, and ensure security.
- Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws or regulations.
4. Sharing Information with Third Parties
We do not sell or rent your personal information. However, we may share data with:
- Service Providers: Companies that help us operate our website, process payments, or send emails.
- Legal Requirements: When required by law to protect rights, property, or safety.
- Business Transactions: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the process.
5. Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze website traffic.
Types of Cookies We Use:
- Essential: Necessary for basic website functionality.
- Analytics: To measure and analyze website usage.
- Functional: To remember preferences and personalize your experience.
- Advertising and Marketing: To display relevant content based on your interests.
You can manage or disable cookies via your browser settings; however, some site functionalities may be affected.
6. Data Security
We implement technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from loss, misuse, unauthorized access, disclosure, or alteration. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security of information transmitted over the internet.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including legal or contractual obligations. Once these purposes are fulfilled, your data is securely deleted or anonymized.
8. Your Rights (GDPR and CCPA)
Depending on your location, you have rights regarding your personal data:
- Access: Request a copy of the data we hold about you.
- Correction: Update inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Deletion: Request the removal of your personal data.
- Restriction: Limit how we process your data.
- Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
- Opt-Out: Object to data processing for specific purposes, including direct marketing.
To exercise your rights, contact us at privacy@thehustledirectory.com.
9. Links to Other Websites
Our site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies before interacting with them.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated date. We encourage you to review this page regularly to stay informed about how we protect your information.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us: