HARTSBEE CREATIVE PRIVACY POLICY

This Privacy Policy outlines HartsBee Creative (" we ", " our " or " the Company ") practices with respect to information collected from users who access our website at www.hartsbeecreative.com (" Site "), or otherwise share personal information with us (collectively: " Users "). 

Processing of your personal information (meaning, any information which may potentially allow your identification with reasonable means; hereinafter "Personal Information") is necessary for the performance of our contractual obligations toward you, providing you with our marketing and consulting services, protecting our legitimate business interests, and complying with legal and financial regulatory obligations to which we are subject.

When you use the Site, you consent to the collection, storage, use, disclosure, and other uses of your Personal Information as described in this Privacy Policy.



We encourage our Users to carefully read this Privacy Policy and use it to make informed decisions.

1. Non-Personal Information
The first type of information is un-identified and non-identifiable information pertaining to a User(s), which may be made available or gathered via your use of the Site (“Non-personal Information”). We are not aware of the identity of the User from whom the Non-personal Information was collected.

Non-personal Information may include aggregated usage data and technical information transmitted by your device, including but not limited to:

• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Language preferences
• Access times
• Referring URLs
• Device type and screen resolution

We may also collect data about your activity on the Site, such as:

• Pages viewed
• Links clicked
• Time spent on pages
• Interaction with forms or other features

This information helps us analyze trends, administer the site, and improve functionality.

2. Personal Information
The second type of information is Personal Information, meaning information that identifies an individual or may—with reasonable effort—identify an individual.

This includes:

• Device Information: We collect certain data from your device, such as your IP address, geolocation data (based on browser settings or IP), unique device identifiers (e.g., MAC address or UUID), and activity logs related to how you interact with our Site.
• Contact Information: When you contact us through forms on the Site, we may collect your full name, email address, phone number, and business name (if provided).
• Registration and Inquiry Information: If you sign up for services, schedule a call, or request a quote, we may ask for additional information such as your business website, job title, service needs, and industry details.
• Communication Data: We may store communications between you and HartsBee Creative, including email correspondence, call notes, or SMS interactions.

We collect this information to provide and improve our services, tailor our marketing efforts, and support your experience on our Site.

We do not rent, sell, or share Users’ information with third parties except as described in this Privacy Policy.

We may use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Communicating with you – including sending service updates, technical notices, and responses to inquiries or support requests.
• Keeping you informed – sharing news about our latest services, resources, or changes to our offerings.
• Marketing and outreach – sending promotional emails, retargeting ads, and showcasing relevant services based on your interests (see more under "Marketing").
• Advertising – serving you relevant ads and evaluating the performance of our advertising campaigns (see more under "Advertisements").
• Improving our Site and services – through the analysis of aggregated usage patterns and feedback to refine user experience and functionality.
• Customizing your experience – including personalized content, service suggestions, or tailored onboarding based on your business needs.

In addition to the uses listed above, we may transfer or disclose Personal Information to our subsidiaries, affiliated companies, and subcontractors, when necessary to support our operations and services.

We may also share Personal Information with trusted third-party providers, who may be located in different jurisdictions, to support the following activities:

• Hosting and operating our Site
• Providing and customizing our services
• Storing and securely processing data on our behalf
• Serving advertisements and measuring campaign effectiveness
• Providing promotional content and special offers
• Conducting research, diagnostics, or analytics to improve performance



We may also disclose Personal Information if we believe in good faith that such disclosure is necessary to:

1. Comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes;
2. Enforce our terms, policies, or agreements (including investigating potential violations);
3. Prevent, detect, or address fraud, security, or technical issues;
4. Protect the rights, property, or safety of HartsBee Creative, our users, or the public;
5. Establish or defend against legal claims; or
6. Cooperate with law enforcement or regulatory authorities when required.

You may request to:

1. Receive confirmation as to whether or not personal information concerning you is being processed, and access your stored personal information, together with supplementary information.
2. Receive a copy of personal information you directly volunteer to us in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
3. Request rectification of your personal information that is in our control.
4. Request erasure of your personal information.
5. Object to the processing of personal information by us.
6. Request to restrict processing of your personal information by us.
7. Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.

Please note that these rights are not absolute and may be subject to our legitimate business interests and regulatory obligations.

If you wish to exercise any of the above rights or would like more information, please contact our Data Protection Officer (“DPO”) at:

Data Protection Contact
Shannon Mullan
Email: privacy@hartsbeecreative.com

We will retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. This includes retaining information as needed to comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements and policies.

Retention periods are determined based on the type of information collected and the specific purpose for which it is used. We take into account legal requirements, business needs, and the principle of data minimization—meaning we aim to delete outdated or unused information at the earliest reasonable opportunity.

In accordance with applicable regulations, we may retain records that include client personal data, communication logs, form submissions, scheduling details, and any documentation required by law or business best practices.



We reserve the right to rectify, update, or remove incomplete or inaccurate personal information at any time, at our sole discretion.

We and our trusted partners use cookies and similar technologies in connection with our services, including when you visit our Site or interact with our content.

A “cookie” is a small piece of data stored on your device while you are browsing a website. Cookies are helpful for various reasons, such as enabling smoother navigation, activating features automatically, remembering your preferences, and enhancing the speed and personalization of your experience. Cookies also help ensure that the advertisements and content you see are relevant to your interests and allow us to collect statistical insights about how you use our Site.

The Site uses the following types of cookies:

a. Session cookies – Stored temporarily during your visit and deleted once you close your browser. These are essential for the normal operation of the Site.

b. Persistent cookies – Remain on your device even after the browser is closed. These help recognize you on future visits and retain your preferences, like language settings or saved contact form fields.

c. Third-party cookies – Set by external services embedded in our Site, such as analytics or ad providers. For example, cookies may be placed by third-party analytics companies that monitor and evaluate how users interact with our website.

While cookies themselves do not store any personally identifying information, the data we collect through cookies may be linked with other personal information we hold about you to enhance your experience and deliver relevant services or advertising.

You can manage your cookie preferences through your device or browser settings. Disabling cookies may impact the functionality of certain parts of our Site or limit your overall experience.

We also use a tool called Google Analytics to gather data on how users engage with our Site. This includes metrics such as how often users visit, which pages are viewed, and how they found us. We use this information solely to improve our website and services.

Google Analytics collects the IP address assigned to you on the date of your visit but does not collect your name or any direct identifiers. We do not combine Google Analytics data with personally identifiable information. Google’s ability to use and share this data is governed by the Google Analytics Terms of Use and the Google Privacy Policy.

This Privacy Policy only addresses the use and disclosure of information that we collect from you through our Site and services. If you choose to disclose your information to other parties or websites across the internet, please note that different rules may apply to how they use or disclose the information you provide.

We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policies and terms of use of any third-party services, platforms, or websites that you interact with or disclose information to.



This Privacy Policy does not apply to the practices of companies or individuals that we do not own, control, employ, or manage—including third-party providers we may work with as outlined in this Privacy Policy. Their collection, use, and sharing of your information is governed by their own policies.

We take the security of your information seriously and implement a variety of industry-standard practices to protect it. We maintain appropriate technical and organizational measures to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the personal information we collect and retain.

These measures include, but are not limited to:

• Using secure HTTPS encryption to protect data transmitted through our Site
• Employing strong password protections and access controls for all internal systems
• Regularly updating our software and website platform to address vulnerabilities
• Limiting access to personal information to authorized personnel only
• Requiring all third-party service providers to comply with data protection and security standards consistent with this Privacy Policy

While we take reasonable precautions to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. Therefore, we cannot guarantee absolute security. We are not responsible for unauthorized access, hacking, or other breaches that occur despite our safeguards.

By using our Site, you acknowledge and accept these inherent risks.

Please note that some data recipients may be located in jurisdictions outside the European Economic Area (EEA). In such cases, we will only transfer your personal data to countries that have been recognized by the European Commission as providing an adequate level of data protection, or we will take steps to ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place.

These safeguards may include entering into data transfer agreements that incorporate standard contractual clauses approved by the European Commission, or ensuring that the recipient is certified under recognized frameworks such as the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework (if applicable).



By using our Site and providing us with your information, you consent to such transfers, in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

We may use your Personal Information—such as your name, email address, or telephone number—either directly or through trusted third-party partners, to send you promotional materials about our services that we believe may be relevant or valuable to you.

Out of respect for your privacy, every marketing communication you receive from us will include a clear option to opt out. If you choose to unsubscribe, we will promptly remove your contact information from our marketing distribution lists.



Please note, however, that unsubscribing from marketing communications will not affect other essential communications. We may still send you non-promotional emails regarding important updates to your account, service-related notifications, or administrative messages that are necessary for managing your relationship with HartsBee Creative.

We may share or transfer your information in connection with a corporate transaction, such as a merger, acquisition, reorganization, sale of assets, or a sale of a substantial portion of our business. In such cases, the acquiring or successor entity will assume the rights and obligations as outlined in this Privacy Policy, including the continued protection of your personal information.



We will make reasonable efforts to notify Users of any such change in ownership or control of their personal data, to the extent required by applicable laws.

We understand the importance of protecting children’s privacy, especially in an online environment. Our Site and services are not designed for or directed at individuals under the age of 18. Under no circumstances do we knowingly permit the use of our services by minors without prior consent or authorization from a parent or legal guardian.

We do not knowingly collect Personal Information from children. If a parent or guardian becomes aware that their child has provided us with personal information without their consent, they should contact us immediately at privacy@hartsbeecreative.com, and we will take steps to promptly remove the information from our records.

We reserve the right to amend or revise this Privacy Policy at any time. Material changes will become effective immediately upon the posting of the updated Privacy Policy on our Site. The date of the last revision will always be listed in the "Last Modified" section at the end of this document.

Your continued use of the Site or our services after any such changes constitutes your acknowledgment and acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy and your agreement to be bound by its terms.



We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, the practices of the Site, or the information we collect and how we use it, please contact us at:

HartsBee Publishing, LLC
Doing Business As: HartsBee Creative
Email: privacy@hartsbeecreative.com
Phone: (512) 877-7980
Website: www.hartsbeecreative.com

Last Modified: June 23, 2025