Last Updated: 12/22/2025
HGTVV (“we,” “our,” or “us”) operates https://hgtvv.com, a home décor and interior design blog. Your privacy is important to us, and this Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information in compliance with GDPR (European Union) and CCPA (California) regulations, and how we use advertising services like Google AdSense.
By visiting HGTVV, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
Personal Information (if voluntarily provided):
- Name, email address, or contact information when you subscribe to our newsletter, leave a comment, or contact us.
Non-Personal Information (automatically collected):
- Browser type, operating system, IP address, pages visited, referring website, device information, and click activity.
- This helps us improve website performance, understand user behavior, and serve relevant content or ads.
Cookies and Tracking:
- HGTVV uses cookies and similar tracking technologies, including Google AdSense cookies, to enhance user experience and serve personalized ads.
- You can disable cookies via your browser settings, but some website features may not function properly.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Operate, maintain, and improve HGTVV
- Respond to inquiries or comments
- Send newsletters if you opt in
- Analyze traffic and trends
- Display personalized advertising through Google AdSense and other third-party partners
3. Google AdSense & Third-Party Advertising
HGTVV uses Google AdSense to serve ads. Google may use cookies and web beacons to show ads based on your visits to our site and other websites.
Your Choices:
- You can opt out of personalized ads by visiting Google Ad Settings
- You can learn more about Google’s privacy practices at Google Privacy Policy
4. GDPR Compliance (EU Residents)
If you are located in the European Union, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Access & Portability: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
- Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data
- Deletion (“Right to be Forgotten”): Request that we delete your personal data
- Consent Withdrawal: Withdraw consent for data processing at any time
To exercise these rights, please contact us via the Contact Us page.
5. CCPA Compliance (California Residents)
Under the California Consumer Privacy Act, California residents have the right to:
- Know: Request disclosure of personal information collected and sold/shared
- Delete: Request deletion of personal information
- Opt-Out of Sale: Opt out of the sale of personal information (HGTVV does not sell your personal information)
To exercise these rights, contact us through our Contact Us page.
6. Affiliate Links
HGTVV may contain affiliate links to products or services. This means we may earn a commission if you make a purchase through these links, at no extra cost to you. We only recommend products we trust and believe add value to our readers.
7. Third-Party Services
HGTVV may use third-party services (e.g., advertising networks, analytics providers). These parties may collect information to provide their services. Please review their privacy policies for more details.
8. Children’s Privacy
HGTVV does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided personal information on our site, please contact us to have it removed.
9. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your data. However, no online platform is completely secure. By using HGTVV, you acknowledge this limitation.
10. Contact Us
For questions regarding this Privacy Policy, GDPR/CCPA requests, or any other privacy concerns, please contact us via our Contact Us page.