Privacy Policy – Hotz IT

At Hotz IT, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information when you interact with our website.

1. Information We Collect
We collect only the information you voluntarily provide via our Contact Form, including: – Full Name
Company Name – Phone Number – Email Address – Message Content We also collect certain
information automatically through cookies, as described below.

2. Use of Your Information
We use your information to: – Respond to inquiries – Improve our services – Maintain site security and
compliance We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties for their marketing
purposes.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies for basic functionality and analytics purposes. These may include: – Essential
cookies – Performance cookies (e.g., Google Analytics) [placeholder] You may disable cookies via your
browser settings.

4. Legal Basis for Processing (EU/EEA Users)
If you are located in the EEA, we process your data under: – Consent (when you submit data)
Legitimate interests (site functionality, analytics, security)

5. Data Retention
We retain your data only as long as needed to fulfill stated purposes or meet legal obligations. Contact
form data is typically stored for up to 12 months

6. Your Rights
EU/EEA residents have rights to access, correct, or delete personal data and withdraw consent.
California residents have CCPA rights including deletion and access. Contact privacy@hotzit.io to exercise these rights.

7. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access
or misuse.

8. International Data Transfers
By using this site, you understand your data may be processed in the United States or Panama, where
laws may differ from your jurisdiction

9. Third-Party Services and Data Processors
If we use third-party tools (e.g., Google Analytics, CRM systems, email services), they may act as data
processors. This includes: – Contact form providers [placeholder] – Email marketing tools [placeholder]
Cloud storage or CRM tools [placeholder]

10. Google reCAPTCHA [If Used]
Our contact form may use Google reCAPTCHA to prevent spam. This tool collects data (e.g., IP
address, behavior analysis) per Google’s Privacy Policy and Terms.

10. Google reCAPTCHA [If Used]
Our contact form may use Google reCAPTCHA to prevent spam. This tool collects data (e.g., IP address, behavior analysis) per Google’s Privacy Policy and Terms.

11. Changes to This Policy
We may revise this Privacy Policy. Updates will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.