Privacy Policy, Terms of Service, and Disclosures
Effective Date: August 1, 2023
For full Advertising Disclosures and Partnership Disclosures, please refer to the links provided. For details on our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service, please read below.
Our Commitment to Your Privacy
At HSQ Marketing, we take your privacy seriously. We only collect personal information when it’s necessary for providing our services, communicating with you, or fulfilling legal obligations. We follow a Minimal Data Collection policy, gathering only the essential information to serve your needs.
We are committed to safeguarding your personal data and share it only in limited circumstances, such as with trusted business partners for joint marketing efforts or to comply with legal requirements. We do not store personal information unless it is required for business purposes, and we take steps to ensure the data we store is secure.
HSQ Marketing LLC (“HSQ Marketing,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) operates the website www.hsqmarketing.com, including all its subdomains, products, services, and interactive features. This Privacy Policy applies to personal information collected from:
- Site Visitors
- Clients
- Employment Applicants
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at privacy@hsqmarketing.com.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Personal Information You Provide
When you interact with our Site or services, we may collect personal information that can be used to identify or contact you. This information may include:
- For Site Visitors:
- Name, email address, phone number, and other contact information.
- Social media profiles or links.
- Information that can reasonably identify you personally.
- For Clients:
- Business and personal contact details, including name, email, phone number, address.
- Transactional information such as payment details (credit card number, billing history).
- For Employment Applicants:
- Contact information, employment history, educational background, certifications, and other relevant personal details.
Your choice to share personal information is voluntary, but not providing required information may limit your ability to access certain features or services.
1.2 Information Automatically Collected
We also collect certain information automatically as you interact with our Site, such as:
- Browser type, device information, IP address, and time of access.
- Referring websites and search terms used to find our Site.
This information helps us understand how users interact with our Site, allowing us to improve the user experience.
1.3 Information from Clients
In some cases, we may process data provided by our clients, including personal or aggregated data. We act as a data processor for this information, using it only to fulfill the contractual services we have with our clients.
1.4 Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to enhance user experience and gather data about how our Site is used. Cookies are small text files placed on your device to help us track your interaction with the Site. The types of cookies we use include:
- Strictly Necessary Cookies: These are required for the functioning of the Site (e.g., secure login).
- Performance Cookies: These collect data on how visitors use our Site (e.g., Google Analytics) and help us improve performance. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-On.
- Functional Cookies: These allow the Site to remember your preferences and settings (e.g., language choice).
- Targeting Cookies: These track your browsing activity across websites to deliver tailored ads. You can opt out of targeted ads through the Digital Advertising Alliance.
- Social Media Cookies: These cookies allow you to interact with our social media channels and help us analyze social engagement.
You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit some Site features.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To provide, maintain, and improve our services.
- To communicate with you about updates, promotions, and relevant offers.
- To comply with legal obligations.
- To personalize your experience on the Site and offer tailored content and advertisements.
We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties except for the following reasons:
- Sharing data with trusted partners for joint marketing efforts or service improvement.
- Complying with legal obligations or responding to lawful requests from authorities.
- Using third-party service providers for functions such as payment processing and analytics.
3. Data Retention
We only retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. You can request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us.
4. Your Rights Regarding Personal Data
You have the right to:
- Access: Request information about the data we hold on you.
- Correct: Update any inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Delete: Request the deletion of your personal data.
- Withdraw Consent: If we process your data based on consent, you can withdraw it at any time.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@hsqmarketing.com.
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no data transmission over the internet can be guaranteed to be 100% secure, and we cannot ensure the absolute security of your information.
6. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before sharing any personal information with them.
7. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted here with an updated “Effective Date.” Please check this page regularly to stay informed about how we protect your data.
8. Information We Collect
8.1 Personal Information You Provide
When you engage with our website or services, we may collect personal information that you provide directly, such as:
- Site Visitors:
- Name, email address, phone number, and other contact details.
- Social media profiles or related information.
- Any information that can reasonably identify you.
- Clients:
- Business contact details (name, email, phone number, business address).
- Transactional information such as payment details (credit card, billing address, purchase history).
- Employment Applicants:
- Contact details, resume information, job history, education, and any other personal data relevant to your application.
While providing personal information is optional, not doing so may limit your ability to use certain features of our website or services.
8.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and interaction with our site, such as:
- Browser type, IP address, device information, and time of visit.
- Referring website or search terms that led you to our site.
This information helps us understand how visitors use our site and helps improve our services.
8.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and other tracking technologies to enhance your experience and collect data about how our website is used. Cookies are small files stored on your device, allowing us to track your usage and improve site functionality.
- Strictly Necessary Cookies: Required for basic website functionality (e.g., login and security).
- Performance Cookies: Help us analyze website usage (e.g., Google Analytics). These cookies do not identify you personally, and you can opt-out via the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-On.
- Functional Cookies: Enable personalized features based on your preferences (e.g., remembering your language settings).
- Targeting Cookies: Used to serve tailored ads based on your browsing activity. You can opt-out of interest-based advertising via the Digital Advertising Alliance.
- Social Media Cookies: Facilitate sharing content on social media and help us understand social engagement.
You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may impact your experience on our website.
9. How We Use Your Information
We use the personal information we collect for the following purposes:
9.1 To Provide and Improve Our Services
- Website Functionality: We collect personal information to improve the usability and performance of our website and services, providing a personalized experience for you.
- Webinars and Events: Personal information may be used to manage your participation in events, webinars, and other activities we host.
- New Services: We may use personal data to inform you about new services, promotions, or content that could be relevant to your interests.
9.2 To Communicate with You
We use your personal information to:
- Communicate with you about services, updates, promotions, and marketing materials that are relevant to you.
- Respond to your inquiries or customer service requests.
- Send you information about events, offers, or other opportunities, based on your preferences.
- Provide information about our partners, products, and services, if you have consented to such communications.
9.3 To Improve Our Website
We process certain personal information to:
- Analyze how users interact with our site, which helps us enhance features and content.
- Detect, prevent, and address any fraudulent or suspicious activity.
- Optimize the performance of our website and services.
9.4 To Comply with Legal Obligations
We may be required to process certain personal information to comply with legal obligations, including tax laws and government requests.
9.5 To Enforce Terms and Policies
We may use personal information to ensure the enforcement of our site’s terms, policies, and agreements with users.
9.6 To Evaluate Employment Applications
If you apply for a job with us, we may use your personal information to assess your application and conduct background checks, if necessary.
9.7 With Your Consent
We may use your personal information for any other purposes with your consent, as required or requested.
10. Log Data
We also collect log data about interactions on our website, such as page views and form submissions. This data is used for:
- Monitoring website activity and detecting any suspicious behavior or fraud.
- Troubleshooting and resolving any issues with the website.
- Improving our offerings and services based on aggregated trends.
11. Do Not Want Cookies?
If you prefer not to accept cookies, you can manage your browser’s cookie settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- Block or delete cookies that have already been set.
- Prevent cookies from being placed on your device.
The exact instructions will vary depending on the browser you use. For guidance, you can visit the following:
Please note that some site features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
12. Data Security
We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information from unauthorized access or disclosure. However, please note that no online system can be completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.
13. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal information.
- Correct or update any inaccurate information.
- Request deletion of your personal information (subject to certain legal exceptions).
- Opt-out of receiving marketing communications from us.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at privacy@hsqmarketing.com.
14. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices, and we encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
15. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. All changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.” Please check this page periodically to stay informed.
16.How We Share and Disclose Your Personal Information
At HSQ Marketing, we are committed to protecting your privacy. We do not share your personal information with third parties, except as described below, or when we inform you and give you the opportunity to opt-out of such sharing.
16.1 Third-Party Service Providers
We may share your personal information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and services. These service providers may include companies that help us with tasks such as website hosting, email marketing, customer support, payment processing, and analytics. We only share personal information with service providers who agree to use it solely for the purpose for which it was provided and who are contractually obligated to keep it secure.
Some of these service providers may be located outside of your country. By using our website and services, you consent to the transfer of your personal information to those service providers. We do not rent, sell, or trade personal information to anyone, unless explicitly stated in this Privacy Policy.
16.2 Third-Party Advertising and Marketing Partners
We may share personal information related to your use of the Site with trusted advertising partners to provide you with personalized ads and marketing communications that may interest you. This information is shared to improve the relevance of ads you see on our website and across other platforms.
We use cookies and other tracking technologies to collect data about your activity on our website. For example, we may share data with partners like Google, Facebook, LinkedIn, and other advertising networks to deliver targeted ads. These services use the data to display ads based on your interests or previous interactions with our site.
For more information on how online advertising works and how to opt-out of personalized ads, you can visit the following resources:
- Google Ads: https://adssettings.google.com
- Facebook/Meta Ads: https://www.facebook.com/settings/?tab=ads
- LinkedIn Ads: https://www.linkedin.com/psettings/guest-controls/retargeting-opt-out
- Twitter Ads: https://help.twitter.com/en/safety-and-security/privacy-controls-for-tailored-ads
- Bing Ads: https://advertise.bingads.microsoft.com/en-us/resources/policies/personalized-ads
- Pinterest Ads: https://help.pinterest.com/en/article/personalized-ads-on-pinterest
- TikTok Ads: https://support.tiktok.com/en/account-and-privacy/personalized-ads-and-data/use-of-off-tiktok-activity-for-ad-targeting
- Snapchat Ads: https://support.snapchat.com/en-US/a/advertising-preferences
You can opt-out of receiving personalized ads from our advertising partners by visiting these pages. Please note that opting out of interest-based advertising does not stop you from seeing ads; it just prevents those ads from being tailored to your interests.
16.3 Joint Marketing Events
From time to time, we may partner with other businesses or organizations to host joint marketing events, webinars, or provide digital content such as eBooks. If you register for one of these events, we may share your registration details with the event partner. They may use this information to communicate with you about their products, services, or promotions.
If you do not wish to receive communications from these partners, you can opt-out by contacting them directly or by unsubscribing from emails you receive. You can also manage your communication preferences by unsubscribing from our email newsletter.
16.4 Anonymized Data
In some cases, we may share anonymized and aggregated data with third parties for marketing, research, or advertising purposes. This data does not contain personally identifiable information and cannot be used to identify you.
17. To Comply with Legal Processes or Protect HSQ Marketing
In addition to sharing your information with our employees, contractors, and affiliated organizations, as described above, HSQ Marketing may disclose your personal information in response to legal requests such as subpoenas, court orders, or other governmental inquiries. We may also disclose personal information if we believe, in good faith, that such disclosure is necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of HSQ Marketing, our users, or the public.
18. Business Transfers
In the event that HSQ Marketing, or a significant portion of our assets, is acquired, or if we enter bankruptcy or cease operations, user data, including personal information, may be transferred to the acquiring party. You acknowledge and agree that such a transfer may occur, and that the acquiring party may continue to use your personal information in accordance with this privacy policy.
19. International Transfer of Data
HSQ Marketing operates the Site primarily from the United States. If you are located in another jurisdiction, please note that your personal information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States. By using our services and providing us with personal information, you consent to this transfer, storage, and processing of your data in the U.S.
While privacy laws in the United States may not be as comprehensive as those in some other countries, such as those in the European Union, HSQ Marketing ensures that reasonable safeguards are in place to protect your personal information during the transfer process. This may include the use of secure cloud storage and encryption for transactions to ensure the safety of your data.
Please be aware that transmission of data over the internet is never completely secure, and HSQ Marketing cannot guarantee the security of data sent electronically. Any data you send to us is at your own risk. If you have been given a password to access certain areas of the Site, you are responsible for keeping it secure and confidential.
20. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites that are not operated by HSQ Marketing. When you click on a third-party link, you will be directed to that website, which is governed by its own privacy policies. HSQ Marketing is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites, and we encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external websites you visit.
21. Choices and Individual Rights
We are committed to ensuring that you have control over your personal information. If you wish to correct, update, or delete your personal information, or if you would like to limit how we use it, you can reach out to us. If you are a customer of one of our clients, and you no longer wish to be contacted by them, please contact the client directly.
Below, we outline your rights and choices related to your personal information:
21.1. Email Communication
As described earlier, you can opt out of receiving promotional emails from HSQ Marketing or from joint marketing events we participate in. If you opt-out of promotional emails, we may still send you transactional or administrative emails about your account or services you have requested.
21.2. Cookies
You can manage your cookie preferences directly from your browser settings. Instructions for managing cookies are usually available in the “Help” section of your browser. You can choose to accept all cookies, be notified when cookies are set, or block all cookies.
21.3. Advertising and Targeted Ads
If you prefer not to receive personalized ads, you can opt out of online targeted advertising through various industry opt-out programs. Some of the options include:
- Digital Advertising Alliance: https://www.aboutads.info
- Digital Advertising Alliance of Canada: https://youradchoices.ca/
- European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance: https://www.youronlinechoices.eu/
You can also opt out of mobile ad targeting through your device settings.
By managing these preferences, you can control the types of ads you see while browsing, but please note that opting out of targeted advertising does not stop you from seeing ads—it only prevents those ads from being tailored to your interests.
22. Your Rights Under the General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”)
This section of the Privacy Notice applies to individuals residing or located in the European Economic Area (“EEA”). We have adopted this section to comply with European privacy laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”). The terms defined in the GDPR will have the same meaning when used in this section. HSQ Marketing processes personal information as a data processor for our clients.
If you are located in the EEA, you have the following rights regarding the processing of your personal information:
22.1. Your Data Protection Rights
Under the GDPR, you have certain rights in relation to your personal information. These rights include:
- Right of Access: You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you. You can request a copy of your data at any time.
- Right to Rectification: If your personal information is inaccurate or incomplete, you have the right to request that we correct or update it.
- Right to Object to Processing: You have the right to object to our processing of your personal information for certain purposes.
- Right to Restrict Processing: You can request that we restrict the processing of your personal information, in certain circumstances.
- Right to Deletion: You have the right to request the deletion of your personal information, provided we have no legitimate reason to continue processing it.
- Right to Data Portability: You may request a copy of your personal information in a structured, machine-readable format so that you can transfer it to another service provider.
- Right to Withdraw Consent: If we are processing your personal information based on your consent, you have the right to withdraw that consent at any time, without affecting the legality of processing done before your withdrawal.
You can exercise these rights by contacting us using the contact details provided below. We will process your request in line with applicable law.
22.2. Legal Basis for Processing Personal Information
HSQ Marketing relies on the following lawful bases for collecting and processing personal data:
- Legitimate Business Interests: We use personal information to improve our services, understand how users interact with our website, and contact you about our services. We balance these legitimate interests with your rights and freedoms to ensure that our processing does not override your interests.
- Performance of Contract: Processing personal information is necessary to fulfill a contract you have entered into with us, such as responding to your inquiries or providing services.
- User Consent: If you opt into receiving marketing communications or other notifications, we rely on your consent to process your personal information. You can withdraw consent at any time.
- Employment Application: If you apply for a job through our site, we process your personal information (such as your contact details, employment history, and qualifications) to evaluate your application.
22.3. Retention of Personal Information
We will retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Notice, including to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.
Personal data is stored securely in cloud-based systems or with our trusted third-party service providers. We take all reasonable steps to ensure that your personal information is protected.
22.4. Exercising Your Rights Under GDPR
If you are a resident of the EEA, you can exercise your GDPR rights by submitting a request to us. To submit a request, please contact us at the details below and include your full name, email address, and country of residence. We may ask you to verify your identity before processing your request.
We will respond to your request within 30 days, or inform you if we require additional time. If we are unable to verify your identity, we may not be able to process your request.
If you believe that HSQ Marketing is not processing your personal information in accordance with the GDPR, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the relevant data protection authority in your country.
23. Your California Privacy Rights
This section applies to California residents and is provided to comply with the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018 (“CCPA”).
If you are a California resident, you have the following rights:
23.1. Right to Notice
You have the right to be informed about the categories of personal information we collect and the purposes for which this information will be used. We collect and use personal information in accordance with this Privacy Notice and applicable law.
23.2. Right to Access
You can request access to the personal information we have collected about you, including the categories of data and the purposes for which it has been used.
23.3. Right to Deletion
You can request that we delete the personal information we have collected from you, subject to certain exceptions, such as for legal obligations or to complete transactions you have initiated.
23.4. Right to Opt-Out of Sale of Personal Information
HSQ Marketing does not sell personal information to third parties for monetary gain. However, if you believe your data is being sold, you have the right to opt-out of such sales under the CCPA. You can exercise your right to opt-out by contacting us using the details below.
23.5. Non-Discrimination
We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of your rights under the CCPA. You can continue to access our services and use our website even if you choose to exercise your rights.
8.1. Right to Access Information Regarding Personal Data
As a user, you have the right to request information about the personal data we collect and process about you. You may submit a request to access the following categories of personal data once per 12-month period:
- Categories of Personal Data: The types of personal data we have collected about you.
- Sources of Collection: The categories of sources from which we have obtained your personal data.
- Business Purpose: The business or commercial reasons we collect and use your personal data.
- Third-Party Sharing: The categories of third parties with whom we share your personal data.
- Specific Data: The specific pieces of personal data we hold about you.
- Monetary Disclosure: The categories of personal data we may have shared for monetary or other valuable consideration, and the categories of third parties to whom this data was disclosed.
- Business Purpose Disclosure: The categories of personal data disclosed for business purposes.
Upon receipt of a verifiable request, we will respond within 45 days. If additional time is required to respond, we will notify you and provide a new deadline as allowed by law. The information will be provided to you in a format that is portable, easy to use, and enables you to transmit the data to another entity, where feasible.
If the personal data was processed on behalf of a third-party client, we will direct you to submit the request directly to that client, providing contact information when available.
8.2. Right to Limit Use and Disclosure of Sensitive Personal Data
You have the right to request limitations on the use or disclosure of sensitive personal data, as defined by applicable privacy laws. If you wish to make such a request, please contact us at privacy@hsqmarketing.com.
8.3. Right to Deletion of Personal Data
You have the right to request the deletion of your personal data that we have collected. Upon verifying your identity or that of your authorized agent, we will delete your personal data and direct our service providers to do the same when applicable.
However, we may not be able to fulfill such requests in certain circumstances, such as when your data is required for:
- Completing a transaction for which the personal data was collected, or for the ongoing provision of services;
- Preventing or detecting security incidents, fraud, or illegal activities;
- Ensuring compliance with legal obligations;
- Exercising the right to free speech or another lawful right.
If your request pertains to data we process on behalf of a client, we will guide you to contact that client directly for deletion requests and provide relevant contact details when possible.
8.4. Right to Correct Inaccurate Personal Data
If any of the personal data we hold about you is inaccurate, you have the right to request that we correct or update that information. Please contact us at privacy@hsqmarketing.com to submit such a request.
8.5. Right to Opt-Out
You have the right to opt-out of the sale or disclosure of your personal data for monetary or other valuable consideration. To opt-out, please visit our Do Not Sell My Personal Information link on our website.
8.6. Right to Non-Discrimination
Exercising any of the rights outlined above will not result in discrimination against you. We will not:
- Deny you access to our services;
- Charge you different prices or fees for our services, including offering lower rates, discounts, or penalties based on the exercise of your privacy rights;
- Provide a lower level or quality of services.
However, we may offer different pricing, benefits, or services if the difference is reasonably related to the value of your personal data.
8.7. Data Protection and Security
We take the security of your personal data seriously and implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect it from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.
If you have any questions regarding this notice or wish to exercise your rights under applicable privacy laws, please contact us at privacy@hsqmarketing.com.
9. Personal Information We Collect About California Consumers
In accordance with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and related privacy regulations, we describe the types of Personal Information we have collected about California consumers in the twelve (12) months preceding the effective date of this Privacy Notice in the section titled, “Personal Information Collected” above.
The categories of Personal Information we may collect include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Identifiers: Such as your name, email address, phone number, IP address, or other similar identifiers.
- Personal Characteristics: Such as demographic information, including age, gender, and geographic location.
- Internet Activity: Including browsing history, search history, and interactions with our website, advertisements, or other online content.
- Geolocation Data: Information about your physical location, as permitted by your device settings.
- Commercial Information: Including records of products or services purchased or considered, and related purchasing or consumption history.
- Professional or Employment-Related Information: If you provide it, such as your job title, work history, or professional interests.
- Sensitive Personal Data: Such as information regarding race, religion, or health, if applicable, and only where permitted under applicable law.
For a more detailed list of the specific categories of personal data collected, as well as the purposes for which we use this data, please refer to the “Personal Information Collected” section of our Privacy Notice above.
| Category of Personal Information Collected | Collected (Yes/No) | Sources of Personal Information Collected | Business or Commercial Purpose for Collection |
| Identifiers such as name, address, email address, phone number, unique id, and other identifiers listed in the Personal Information Collected section above. | Yes | You
Automatically Third Parties |
To provide our products and Services
To provide information you requested To improve our products and Services To identify potential customers To market our products and Services For verifying identity For fraud prevention purposes To process payments To comply with law To offer employment, to provide insurance and benefits, for background checks |
| The following categories of Personal Information described in California Civil Code §1798.80(e): (1) the Personal Information listed in the preceding bullet point as “identifiers,” and (2) the other information that identifies, relates to, describes, or is capable of being associated with a particular individual that we describe in “Information We Collect” above. | Yes | You
Automatically Third Parties |
To provide our products and Services
To provide information you requested To improve our products and Services To identify potential clients To market our products and Services For verifying identity For fraud prevention purposes To process payments To comply with law To manage payroll and provide and administer employee benefits |
| Characteristics of protected classifications under California or federal law list any of these that you collect: race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, religion or creed, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, sex (including gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy or childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, veteran or military status. | Yes | You
Automatically Third Parties |
To provide our products and Services to Clients
To improve our products and Services To offer employment, to provide insurance and benefits, for background checks To comply with law |
| Commercial information, including information about orders or purchases of any of our Services; registration information, specials, and information you provide or submit to us when you participate in any event, program, contest, survey or other promotion that we may offer from time to time. | Yes | You
Automatically Third Parties |
To provide our products and Services
To market our products and Services To improve our products and Services To provide information you requested To comply with law |
| Biometric data. | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Internet or other electronic network activity information, including, but not limited to, browsing history, search history, and information regarding your interaction with the Site, mobile apps, advertisements that we display on the Site or mobile apps or on third party websites and apps, or Ignite Visibility pages or accounts on any third-party social media platforms. | Yes | You
Automatically Third Parties |
To provide our products and services
To market our products and services To improve our products and services (e.g., usage pattern data) To track employee actions for internal reports and information security purposes |
| Geolocation data. | Yes | Automatically | To market our products and services
For detecting security incidents and protecting our Site |
| Audio information from calls placed with customer service and accounting centers which may be reported, and electronic information in the form of Internet or other electronic network activity information described above. | No | N/A | To provide our products and Services |
| Professional or employment-related information | Yes | Automatically | To provide our products and Services
To offer employment, to provide insurance and benefits, for background checks |
| Education information | No | N/A | N/A |
| Inferences drawn from (1) the information we collect when you visit the Site, tools, widgets and plug-ins, (2) information we collect, including through third-party suppliers, regarding content and other data posted on the Internet (such as public locations on the Internet), and (3) information about consumers preference and behavior that we collect on the Site and mobile apps or purchase from third parties in order to create a profile about a consumer reflecting the consumer’s preferences, characteristics, psychological trends, predispositions, behavior, attitudes, intelligence, abilities and aptitudes. | Yes | You
Automatically Third Parties |
To provide our products and Services
To market our products and Services To improve our products and Services For detecting security incidents and protecting our Site |
| Sensitive Personal Information such as racial / ethnic origin, political opinions, religious / philosophical beliefs, genetic data, biometric data, sex life / sexual orientation, past or spent criminal convictions, mail, email and text message content, precise geolocation data, social security, driver’s license, state identification card, or passport number, account login, financial account, debit card, or credit card number. | No | You | N/A |
10. Disclosure of Personal Information for Monetary or Other Valuable Consideration or for Business Purposes
Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), the sharing of personal information that is necessary for purposes such as providing personalized advertising may be considered a “sale” of personal information, even if no monetary exchange occurs. As part of our business operations, we may disclose certain personal information, including email addresses and contact details, to third-party partners, including our joint marketing partners, especially when we host webinars, events, or promotional campaigns in collaboration with them.
Such disclosures of personal information may occur within the twelve (12) months preceding the effective date of this Privacy Notice and are typically done to enable more relevant, tailored experiences for users or for strategic business purposes, such as marketing initiatives, promotions, or cross-promotions with trusted third parties.
Additionally, we may share personal data with partners for business purposes, including improving the functionality of our website, enhancing customer experience, conducting analytics, or supporting the delivery of ads and other targeted content. The types of personal information we may share with third parties for these purposes could encompass categories such as identifiers, internet activity, geolocation data, and commercial information, as detailed in the “Personal Information Collected” section of this Privacy Notice.
For more detailed information about the categories of personal information disclosed and the specific purposes of such disclosures, we encourage you to review our full Privacy Notice.
| Category | Categories of Third Parties We Share With | Whether We “Sold” This Category of Personal Information in the Last 12 Months |
| 1. Identifiers such as name, address, email address, phone number. |
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Yes |
| 2. The following categories of Personal Information described in California Civil Code §1798.80(e): (1) the Personal Information listed in the preceding bullet point as “identifiers,” and (2) the other information that identifies, relates to, describes, or is capable of being associated with a particular individual that we describe in “Information We Collect” above. | N/A | No |
| 3. Characteristics of protected classifications under California or federal law |
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Yes |
| 4. Commercial information, including information about orders or purchases of any of our Services; registration information, specials, and information you provide or submit to us when you participate in any event, program, contest, survey or other promotion that we may offer from time to time. | N/A | No |
| 5. Internet or other electronic network activity information, including, but not limited to, browsing history, search history, and information regarding your interaction with the Site, mobile apps, advertisements that we display on the Site or mobile apps or on third party websites and apps, or Response Media pages or accounts on any third-party social media platforms. |
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Yes |
| 6. Geolocation data. |
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Yes |
| 7. Audio information from calls placed with customer service that may be reported, and electronic information in the form of Internet or other electronic network activity information described above. | N/A | No |
| 8. Professional or employment-related information | N/A | No |
| 9. Education information | N/A | No |
| 10. Inferences drawn from (1) the information we collect when you visit the Site, tools, widgets and plug-ins, (2) information we collect, including through third-party suppliers, regarding content and other data posted on the Internet (such as public locations on the Internet), and (3) information about consumers preference and behavior that we collect on the Site and mobile apps or purchase from third parties in order to create a profile about a consumer reflecting the consumer’s preferences, characteristics, psychological trends, predispositions, behavior, attitudes, intelligence, abilities and aptitudes. |
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Yes |
| 11. Sensitive Personal Information such as racial / ethnic origin, political opinions, religious / philosophical beliefs, genetic data, biometric data, sex life / sexual orientation, past or spent criminal convictions, mail, email and text message content, precise geolocation data, social security, driver’s license, state identification card, or passport number, account login, financial account, debit card, or credit card number. |
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No |
For more information about the categories of Personal Information we have disclosed, the categories of entities with which we have disclosed this Personal Information and the purposes for which we have disclosed the Personal Information, please see “Use of Your Personal Information” above and “Where and How We Share and Disclose Your Personal Information”.
For information regarding the purposes for which we collect and use the Personal Information we collect, please see “Use of Your Personal Information” and “Where and How We Share and Disclose Your Personal Information” sections above.
8.7. Disclosure of Personal Information for Monetary or Other Valuable Consideration or for Business Purposes
Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), sharing your personal information in exchange for monetary or other valuable consideration, such as for personalized advertising, may be considered a “sale” of personal information, even if no payment is involved. As part of our business practices, we may disclose your email addresses and contact information to third-party partners, including our joint marketing partners, when we host events or webinars with them.
These disclosures typically occur within the twelve (12) months preceding the effective date of this Privacy Notice. Additionally, we may share personal information with third parties for other business purposes, such as for targeted advertising, promotions, or marketing initiatives. For a more detailed explanation of the categories of personal information disclosed, the entities with whom we share it, and the specific purposes for these disclosures, please refer to the “Use of Your Personal Information” and “Where and How We Share and Disclose Your Personal Information” sections above.
8.8. Requests to Exercise Your Rights
You, or a person authorized by you, may submit a verifiable request to exercise your rights under applicable privacy laws regarding your personal information. If you wish to exercise any of the rights outlined in this notice (e.g., access, deletion, or correction of your personal information), please submit your request using the following methods:
- Email: privacy@hsqmarketing.com
- Call: (619) 752-1955 (toll-free)
Please note, we may take steps to verify your identity and residency before processing your request, as required by law. If you choose to use an authorized agent, we may require written proof of authorization. We may limit our response to your request in accordance with applicable law. Once we receive your request, we will confirm its receipt within 10 business days and outline the verification process. We will respond to your request within 45 calendar days if we can verify your identity. For deletion requests, we may require additional confirmation to ensure that you wish to delete your personal information.
If your request is manifestly unfounded or excessive, we may charge a reasonable fee to process your request or decline to process it altogether.
We will maintain a record of all requests made pursuant to the CCPA for a period of at least 24 months.
8.9. Data Sharing for Direct Marketing Purposes
As per California Civil Code § 1798.83, California residents may request information regarding the disclosure of their personal information to third parties for direct marketing purposes. If you are a California resident and wish to opt out of having your personal information shared for these purposes, please contact us at privacy@hsqmarketing.com or write to us at the address provided below.
9. YOUR VIRGINIA PRIVACY RIGHTS
If you are a resident of Virginia, you have the right under the Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA) to:
- Confirm whether a company is processing your personal data and access it;
- Correct inaccuracies in your personal data;
- Delete your personal data;
- Obtain a copy of your personal data in a portable, and if feasible, readily usable format (for data processed by automated means);
- Opt-out of the processing of your personal data for targeted advertising, data sales, or profiling used for decisions that produce legal or similarly significant effects on you.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us by email or through the information provided in the Contact Us section below. We may need to verify your identity and confirm your residency before processing your request. You are entitled to make these requests twice annually. For email requests, please include “Virginia Privacy Rights” in the subject line and provide your full name, email address, and confirm that you are a Virginia resident. We will process your request within 45 days or let you know if additional time is needed.
If we deny your request, you may appeal our decision by sending an email titled “Virginia Privacy Rights Appeal” to privacy@hsqmarketing.com, and we will respond with a written explanation. If your appeal is denied, you may contact the Virginia Attorney General’s office to submit a complaint.
10. SECURITY
We take the security of your personal information seriously. While we cannot guarantee complete security, we employ reasonable technical, physical, and administrative safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. We also require that our third-party service providers implement similar measures to protect your data.
11. SENSITIVE DATA
We ask that you do not send us sensitive personal data such as social security numbers, national identification numbers, health data, biometrics, or other sensitive information. If you do provide us with this type of data, you consent to its processing as outlined in this privacy notice. To avoid processing sensitive data, please refrain from submitting it.
12. OUR POLICY ON CHILDREN’S INFORMATION
Our services are not intended for children under the age of 16. If we learn that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under 16, we will promptly delete it. If you believe your minor child has provided us with personal information without your consent, please contact us at privacy@hsqmarketing.com.
13. PRIVACY NOTICE CHANGES
We may update this Privacy Notice from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. When we make changes, we will update the effective date at the top of the notice. We encourage you to review this Privacy Notice regularly to stay informed. If required by law, we will notify you of any significant changes. By continuing to use our services after changes are made, you consent to the updated Privacy Notice.
14. ACCESSIBILITY
If you have a disability that prevents you from accessing this Privacy Policy on our website, please contact us at privacy@hsqmarketing.com or call +923042507015 to request a copy of this Privacy Policy in an alternative format.
15. CONTACT US
If you have any questions, comments, or concerns about this Privacy Notice, please feel free to contact us at:
- Email: privacy@hsqmarketing.com
- Phone: +923042507015
We are committed to protecting your privacy and addressing any concerns you may have.
