Privacy Policy

Introduction

Xhotz Ltd. (hereinafter “we,” “us” or “our”) operates the website www.xhotz.com (hereinafter “Xhotz”) and is the controller of the information collected or provided via Xhotz.

Please read this privacy policy carefully, as your access to and use of Xhotz signifies that you have read and understood all terms within this privacy policy. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data.

If you have any questions about our privacy practices, please see “Contact Information” below for information on contacting us.

Scope

This privacy policy applies to information we collect:

  • on Xhotz and your email communications with Xhotz,
  • through mobile applications that provide dedicated non-browser-based interaction between you and Xhotz, or
  • when you interact with our advertising and applications on third-party websites and services if those applications or advertising include links to this privacy policy.

The Data We Collect About You

We may collect different kinds of personal data about you, depending on whether you chose to create an account with us.

Persons who visit Xhotz without logging in or registering (“unregistered users”):

  • Contact Information: We collect the email address or any other information you voluntarily provide to us at your direction for a specific function, such as a contest or survey.
  • Website Activity Data: We collect information about how you use Xhotz, products, and services and interact with our content and advertisements, including the pages you visit on Xhotz, search history, and the referring web page from which you arrived on Xhotz. We collect browser and operating system information, devices you use to access Xhotz, and your time zone setting. We also collect online identifiers. Specifically, we collect internet protocol (IP) address information, and we set cookies as explained below in the section on Cookies and Automatic Data Collection Technologies.

Persons who choose to create an account on Xhotz (“registered users”) and persons who choose to upgrade their account on Xhotz to a premium account such that they have access to the content found on Xhotz Premium (“Premium users”):

  • We collect from registered users the same categories of information described above for unregistered users.
  • Contact Information: We collect username or similar identifier and email address.
  • Payment and Commercial Information: If you make a purchase, we collect payment card details and related information necessary to process your payment. We also collect details about payments to and from you and details of products and services you have purchased or received from us.
  • User Submitted Personal Information: We collect the information you submit to personalize your account or for a specific function, for example, date of birth, age, gender, your interests, preferences, feedback, survey responses, your preferences in receiving marketing from us and our third parties, and your communication preferences, as well as any other information which you voluntarily provide to us at your direction for a specific function.
  • User Contributions including Audio/Video Information: We provide areas on Xhotz where you can post information about yourself and others, communicate with others, upload content (e.g., pictures, video files, etc.), and post comments or reviews of content found on Xhotz.

Please use caution in providing user contributions. By providing user contributions, you are making that content and information publicly available. User contributions can be read, collected, used, and disclosed by others. We cannot control who accesses your user contributions or what other users may do with the information you voluntarily post or submit. User contributions are governed by the Xhotz terms of use found in our Terms and Conditions.

We may use your data to produce and share aggregated insights that do not directly or indirectly identify you and are not associated with you. Such aggregate information is not personal information.

Xhotz is not directed to persons under the age of 18 or the applicable age of majority in the jurisdiction from which Xhotz is accessed (“minors”). We prohibit minors from using Xhotz. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you are the parent or legal guardian of a minor who has provided us with personal information, please contact us at [email protected] to have that minor’s personal information deleted.

The Sources from Which We Collect Personal Information

We collect Personal Information in the following ways:

  • Directly from you: We collect the categories of information listed above directly from you.
  • Automated technologies or interactions: As explained in the section below on Cookies and Automatic Data Collection Technologies, we set cookies and other automatic techniques to collect website activity data when you visit Xhotz or other websites owned by our corporate group.

Purposes for Which We Use Your Personal Information

We use personal information for the purposes described below:

  • Provision of services: We use identifiers, website activity data, and, additionally, for registered users and Premium users only, contact information, and payment and commercial information and user contributions to present Xhotz and its contents to you, including any interactive features on Xhotz, to provide you with information, products or services that you request from us, and to verify your eligibility and deliver prizes in connection with contests and sweepstakes.
  • Customer management (Registered Users and Premium Users Only): We use identifiers and contact information, and payment and commercial information to manage a Premium user’s and registered user’s account, to provide customer support and notices to the registered user about their account or subscription, including expiration and renewal notices, and notices about changes to Xhotz or any products or services we offer or provide through it.
  • Customization of content and marketing (Unregistered Users and Registered Users Only): We use identifiers and contact information, website activity data, user-submitted personal information, and user contributions to analyze your use of, or interest in, Xhotz content, products, or services, in order to develop and display content and advertising tailored to your interests on Xhotz.
  • Analytics: We use identifiers and website activity data to determine whether users of Xhotz are unique or whether the same user is using Xhotz on multiple occasions and to monitor aggregate metrics such as the total number of visitors, pages viewed, demographic patterns.
  • Functionality and security: We may use any of the data categories we collect to diagnose or fix technology problems, verify your payment information, and detect, prevent, and respond to actual or potential fraud, illegal activities, or intellectual property infringement.
  • Compliance: We may use any of the data categories we collect to enforce our terms and conditions and comply with our legal obligations.

We will use the contact information and user-submitted personal information in any other way we may describe when you provide the information (e.g., for a contest); or any other purpose with your consent provided separately from this privacy policy.

Our Legal Bases Under EU Law

We have the following legal bases under EU law for processing your personal data for the purposes described under Section Purposes for Which We Use Your Personal Information:

  • We process personal data to provide the services, customer management, certain customization of content (e.g., based on your selected preferences, favorites, and ratings), and functionality and security because the processing is necessary for the performance of a contract. Specifically, it is necessary to provide the services or products you have requested or to provide Xhotz and services in a manner consistent with our terms and conditions and any other contract that you have with us.
  • We process personal data to customize advertising, marketing, and analytics for our legitimate interests.
  • We process personal data for functionality and security because it is necessary for our legitimate interests. In some instances, the processing is required for us to comply with a legal or regulatory obligation.
  • We process personal information in specific circumstances where you have provided your consent to such processing.

Disclosure of Your Personal Information

We disclose personal information:

  • To the public: When you submit user contributions, including audio/video content, you are using Xhotz and services to make that information public.
  • Within our corporate group: We may disclose any of the categories of personal information to our corporate group members (including affiliates and related entities) to the extent this is necessary for our purposes listed in the sections above.
  • Service providers: We disclose the categories of personal information we collect to our authorized service providers that perform certain services on our behalf. These services may include payment processing and fulfilling orders, risk and fraud detection and mitigation, customer service, marketing and advertising, customization of content, analytics, security, hosting Xhotz, or supporting Xhotz’s functionality. These service providers may have access to personal information needed to perform their functions but are not permitted to share or use such information for any other purposes.
  • Legal successors: We may disclose all of the categories of personal information we collect to a buyer or other successor in the event of a merger, acquisition or sale, or transfer of some or all of our assets, whether as a going concern or as part of bankruptcy, liquidation or similar proceeding.
  • To comply with the law or protect our rights or the rights of third parties: We access, preserve and share your personal information with regulators, law enforcement, or others where we reasonably believe such disclosure is needed to (a) satisfy any applicable law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request, (b) enforce applicable terms of use, including investigation of potential violations thereof, (c) detect, prevent, or otherwise address illegal or suspected illegal activities, security or technical issues, (d) protect against harm to the rights, property or safety of our company, our users, our employees, or others; or (e) to maintain and protect the security and integrity of Xhotz or our infrastructure. In such cases, we may raise or waive any legal objection or right available to us at our sole discretion.

Cookies and Automatic Data Collection Technologies

As you navigate through and interact with Xhotz, we use automatic data collection technologies, such as cookies, to collect certain information. Cookies are small files placed on your device that enable us to track and store information about your preferences and browsing activity. We use cookies to facilitate your use of Xhotz and to provide you with a more personalized experience.

There are four general categories of cookies and similar technologies that we may use:

  • Strictly Necessary Cookies: These cookies are essential for you to navigate Xhotz and use its features. They help with logging in and using the services efficiently.
  • Functional Cookies: These cookies allow Xhotz to remember choices you make and provide enhanced features.
  • Analytical Cookies: These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with Xhotz, measure website performance, and improve our services.
  • Targeting/Advertising Cookies: These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to your interests.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. You can choose to disable cookies or be alerted when cookies are sent. However, if you disable cookies, some features of Xhotz may not function properly.

We use Google Analytics to collect and analyze information about user activity on Xhotz. Google Analytics uses cookies to track information about user interactions with Xhotz. You can opt out of Google Analytics by using the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on.

Third-party Use of Cookies and Other Tracking Technologies

Third parties may use cookies and tracking technologies to collect information about you when you visit Xhotz or interact with our advertising and applications. We do not control these third parties and their use of cookies or tracking technologies. These third parties may track users across multiple websites, serve targeted content or advertising, and collect information about your online activities over time and across different websites.

Your Choices About How We Collect, Use, and Disclose Your Personal Information

You can choose not to provide certain personal information to us, or to disable cookies through your browser settings. You may also opt out of receiving marketing emails from us by following the unsubscribe instructions provided in those emails. For Google Analytics, you can opt out by using the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on.

Your Rights Related to Your Personal Information

You have certain rights regarding your personal information, including the right to:

  • Access: Request access to your personal information that we hold about you.
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information.
  • Portability: Request transfer of your personal information to another organization or to you in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
  • Objection: Object to our processing of your personal information in certain circumstances.
  • Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.

You may exercise these rights by contacting us using the information provided in the “Contact Information” section below.

California Rights and Choices

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California residents have rights to know what personal information is being collected, request deletion of their personal information, and not be discriminated against for exercising their rights. To make such requests, please contact us at [email protected] and provide the required verification information.

Notice to Nevada Residents/Your Nevada Privacy Rights

Under Nevada law, we do not sell personal information for money. If you have questions about our data practices, please contact us.

Transfers of Your Personal Information to Other Countries

By using Xhotz, you consent to the transfer of your personal information to other countries, including those outside your home country. We take appropriate measures to ensure your data is protected in accordance with this privacy policy and applicable laws.

Retention of Personal Information

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, as described in this privacy policy, or as required or permitted by law.

Third-Party Links and Sites

Xhotz may contain links to third-party websites. This privacy policy does not apply to such third-party websites. Please review their privacy policies separately.

Changes to Our Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new privacy policy on Xhotz and updating the “last modified” date at the top of this policy. You are encouraged to review this policy periodically for any changes.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]

Address: Xhotz Ltd., [Address]

Phone: [Phone Number]

You can also reach our Data Protection Officer at [email protected].

GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)

Under GDPR, users have the right to access, correct, delete, and port their personal information. To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided above.