Privacy Policy

Last updated: Feb 12, 2025

This Privacy Policy describes how The Hearty Soul ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and shares information when you use our website theheartysoul.com (the "Service").

By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide to Us

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide when you:

  • Create an account
  • Sign in using Facebook or Google
  • Contact us for support

This information may include:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Profile picture
  • Any other information you choose to provide

1.2 Information Collected Through Third-Party Login Providers

When you sign in using Facebook Login or Google Sign-In, we receive certain information from these providers, which may include:

  • Your name
  • Email address
  • Profile picture
  • Unique user ID associated with the provider
We only collect the information necessary to authenticate you and provide our Service.

1.3 Automatically Collected Information

We may automatically collect certain information when you use the Service, including:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device information
  • Pages visited and time spent on the Service

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

  • Provide, operate, and maintain the Service
  • Improve and personalize your experience
  • Authenticate users and manage accounts
  • Improve and personalize user experience
  • Communicate with you, including service-related messages
  • Ensure security and prevent fraud
  • Comply with legal obligations

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share your information in the following situations:

  • With service providers who help operate the Service
  • With Facebook and Google as required to enable login functionality
  • For legal reasons if required by law or to protect our rights

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Keep you signed in
  • Understand how the Service is used
  • Improve performance and functionality

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including:

  • The right to access your data
  • The right to correct or update your data
  • The right to request deletion of your data
  • The right to withdraw consent

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@theheartysoul.com

8. Children’s Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

9. Third-Party Services

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties.

You can review their privacy policies here:

10. 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.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: privacy@theheartysoul.com