Privacy Policy

Your privacy matters to us. Learn how we collect, use, and protect your data.

At TheHostingDirectory, accessible from https://www.thehostingdirectory.com, we value your privacy and are committed to complying with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and safeguard your information. It applies only to our online services and activities.

Consent

By using our website, you consent to this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.

Information We Collect

We collect personal information when you register an account, submit a review, upload content (such as your company logo or avatar), or contact us. This may include your name, email, IP address, and any information you submit in forms.

How We Use Your Information

  • To operate and improve our website and services
  • To communicate with you regarding updates, marketing, or support
  • To verify identity or fulfill account-related functionality
  • To prevent fraud and ensure platform integrity

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, remember your preferences, and serve personalized ads or analytics. By using the site, you consent to the placement of cookies.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

Google & Third-Party Cookies

We use services like Google Analytics and Google Ads which may place cookies on your browser. You can opt out of Google’s DART cookies via https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads.

Data Processing Agreement (DPA)

In accordance with GDPR requirements, we ensure that any third-party service providers (such as hosting, analytics, or email vendors) process personal data in compliance with a formal Data Processing Agreement (DPA).

We only partner with vendors who comply with privacy and security obligations and sign appropriate DPAs where required.

User Rights Under GDPR

  • Right to Access: You can request copies of your personal data.
  • Right to Rectification: You can request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Right to Erasure: You may request deletion of your data under certain conditions.
  • Right to Restrict Processing: You may request limits on how your data is processed.
  • Right to Object: You may object to data processing in certain cases, especially for marketing.
  • Right to Data Portability: You can request that we transfer your data to another organization or to you.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us. We will respond within 30 days.

Data Retention

We retain personal data for as long as necessary to provide services or comply with legal obligations. You may request deletion of your data by contacting us.

Account Deletion and User Control

Registered users can delete their profile and personal data through their account dashboard or by contacting our support. Once deleted, your data is removed from all primary systems within 30 days.

Third-Party Services and Advertising

Our site may include ads or embedded content from third parties. These third parties may use cookies and tracking mechanisms over which we have no control. We advise reviewing their privacy policies separately.

Company Listings and GDPR

Company profiles displayed in our directory do not contain personally identifiable data unless submitted by the provider. Manually added company listings are based on publicly available business information. Providers may request corrections but cannot request removal without a valid legal basis.

Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect user data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

Children's Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under the age of 13. If you believe we have collected such data, please contact us and we will promptly remove it.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

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

Contact

For questions regarding this Privacy Policy or to exercise your data rights, please contact us here.