Privacy Policy

Effective Date: May 1, 2026
Last Updated: May 1, 2026

Welcome to Hoodova (“we,” “us,” or “our”). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect information when you visit hoodova.com (the “Site”). By using our Site, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information in two ways: information you provide directly and information collected automatically.

Information You Provide

Comments: When you leave a comment on a blog post, we collect the data shown in the comment form (name, email, optional website)
along with your IP address and browser user agent for spam detection.
Contact Form: When you contact us through our contact page or email, we collect your name, email address, and any information you choose to share.
Newsletter Signup: If you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address and first name (optional).

Information Collected Automatically

Cookies: Our Site uses cookies to improve your browsing experience, remember your preferences, and analyze traffic.
Analytics: We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our Site. This includes data like pages visited, time spent, device type, and approximate location.
Server Logs: Our hosting provider logs IP addresses and browser information for security purposes.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Operate, maintain, and improve our Site
Respond to your questions, comments, and feedback
Send newsletter emails (only if you subscribe)
Analyze how readers use our content to create better articles
Detect, prevent, and address technical issues or fraud
Comply with legal obligations

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Hoodova uses cookies and similar technologies for:

Essential cookies: Required for the Site to function (e.g., login sessions, security)
Performance cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our Site (Google Analytics)
Advertising cookies: Used by Pinterest and similar platforms to show relevant content

You can disable cookies through your browser settings. However, some Site features may not work properly without them.

4. Third-Party Services We Use

We share data only with trusted third-party services that help us
operate the Site:

Google Analytics — Website traffic analysis
Pinterest — Pin tracking and content distribution
Hostinger — Website hosting and security
Rank Math — SEO optimization
ShortPixel — Image optimization
WordPress.org — Content management platform

Each of these providers has their own privacy policies governing how they handle data.

5. Affiliate Disclosure

Hoodova participates in affiliate marketing programs, including but not limited to Amazon Associates. This means we may earn a small commission when you click a link or purchase a product we recommend, at no extra cost to you.

We only recommend products and brands we genuinely believe in. Affiliate links never influence our editorial opinions or product reviews.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

Access the personal information we hold about you
Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
Delete your personal information (where legally applicable)
Opt-out of our newsletter at any time using the unsubscribe link in any email
Disable cookies through your browser settings

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@hoodova.com. We will respond to all valid requests within 30 days.

7. Data Retention

Comments: Retained indefinitely so we can recognize follow-up comments. You may request deletion at any time.
Contact form messages: Retained for up to 2 years for reference, then deleted.
Newsletter subscribers: Retained until you unsubscribe.
Analytics data: Retained according to Google Analytics default settings (26 months).

8. Children’s Privacy

Hoodova is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at info@hoodova.com and we will delete the information.

9. International Visitors

Hoodova is hosted in the European Union and accessible worldwide. By using our Site, you consent to the transfer of your information to our hosting location, which may differ from your country’s data protection laws.

For visitors from the European Union, we comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

For visitors from California, we comply with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

10. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. This includes SSL encryption, secure hosting, and regular security updates. However, no method of internet transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for any changes.

Significant changes will be communicated via a notice on our homepage or through our newsletter.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please reach out:

📧 Email: info@hoodova.com
🌐 Website: https://hoodova.com

We aim to respond to all privacy-related inquiries within 5 business days.

Thank you for trusting Hoodova with your time and attention. We’re committed to protecting your privacy while bringing you affordable style inspiration. 🌸