At Hot Buddha, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your data.

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1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information in the following ways:

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a. Information You Provide Directly

• Name

• Email address

• Billing or shipping information (if applicable)

• Any information you submit through contact forms, comments, or messages sent to us

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b. Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• IP address

• Browser type and version

• Device information

• Pages visited and time spent on the site

• Cookies and usage data

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c. Cookies and Consent Management
We use Consentik as our consent management platform. Consentik records your cookie consent choices and ensures that non-essential cookies, such as analytics or marketing cookies, are only activated after you provide consent. This helps us comply with data protection laws such as the UK GDPR.

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2. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

• Provide and improve our content, products, or services

• Respond to enquiries or messages

• Process orders or transactions (if applicable)

• Send updates, newsletters, or promotional content (only if you have opted in)

• Improve website performance and user experience

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3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share data only when necessary:

• Service Providers: Trusted third-party tools (such as payment processors, analytics services, or Usercentrics) that help us operate the website

• Legal Requirements: Where disclosure is required to comply with legal obligations or lawful requests

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4. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from unauthorised access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of online transmission or storage is completely secure.

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5. Your Data Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you

• Request corrections to inaccurate information

• Request deletion of your personal data

• Opt out of marketing communications

• Request a copy of your data in a portable format

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.

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6. Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to third-party websites. Hot Buddha is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.

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7. Children’s Privacy

Hot Buddha does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If you believe this has occurred, please contact us immediately.

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8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the website indicates acceptance of those changes.

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9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us:

Email: hotbuddhauk@gmail.com