Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 3rd February, 2025

Who We Are

Welcome to Health & Wellness (www.hwvibes.com), a health and wellness blog owned and operated by Mohammad Faisal Khan. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit our website.

📧 Contact Email: contact@hwvibes.com

What Data We Collect and Why

Comments

When visitors leave comments, we collect:

• Name, email, and website (optional).
• IP address & browser user agent (for spam detection).
• An anonymized hash of your email may be sent to Gravatar (privacy policy: Automattic Privacy Policy).

Media

If you upload images, avoid embedding location data (EXIF GPS), as others can extract it.

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Improve website functionality.
• Store user preferences.
• Track analytics & performance.
• Show personalized ads via Google AdSense.

Third-Party Cookies:

• Google AdSense uses cookies to personalize ads. Manage preferences via Google Ad Settings.
• Affiliate partners may use cookies for referral tracking.

💡 You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may affect your experience.

Embedded Content

Articles may include embedded content (e.g., videos, articles). These third-party sites:

• May collect data about you.
• Use cookies & tracking tools.
• Track your interactions if you’re logged into their platforms.

Google AdSense & Affiliate Disclosure

• We use Google AdSense to serve ads. Google may use tracking technologies based on your browsing behavior.
• We participate in affiliate marketing programs and may earn commissions if you purchase products through links on our site (this does not affect the price you pay).

Who We Share Your Data With

We do not sell or rent your personal data, but we may share it with:

• Spam detection services (e.g., Akismet).
• Google & AdSense partners (for ad personalization).
• Affiliate networks (for referral tracking).
• Legal authorities (if required by law).

How Long We Retain Your Data

• Comments & metadata: Retained indefinitely for moderation.
• User accounts: Stored as long as the account is active.
• Cookies: Varies (see section above).

Your Rights (GDPR & CCPA Compliance)

Depending on your location (EU, UK, California residents), you may:
✔ Request an exported file of your personal data.
✔ Request deletion of your data (except required records).
✔ Opt-out of personalized ads via Google Ad Settings.

📩 For data requests, email: contact@hwvibes.com.

Data Transfers

Some data may be processed in countries outside your residence (e.g., U.S. servers for Google AdSense and analytics providers).

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The “Last Updated” date reflects the latest changes.

📧 For privacy concerns, contact: contact@hwvibes.com.