Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how WordHints.tips (“we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, and protects information when you visit our website.

By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

a) Information you provide voluntarily

We do not require user accounts or registrations.

The only personal information we may receive is information you voluntarily submit, such as:

  • Your email address or message content if you contact us through a contact form or email

This information is used only to respond to your inquiry.

b) Information collected automatically

When you visit WordHints.tips, certain information may be collected automatically, including:

  • IP address (often anonymized)
  • Browser type and device information
  • Pages visited and time spent on the site
  • Referring URLs

This data is collected via cookies, analytics tools, and similar technologies.

2. How We Use Information

We use collected information to:

  • Operate and maintain the website
  • Improve content, usability, and performance
  • Understand how visitors use the site
  • Display and measure advertisements
  • Respond to user inquiries

We do not sell personal data.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

WordHints.tips uses cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Enable basic website functionality
  • Analyze traffic and usage patterns
  • Support advertising and measurement

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. More details are available in our Cookie Policy.

4. Advertising and Third-Party Services

We may use third-party advertising networks (such as Google AdSense) and analytics providers.

These third parties may use cookies, web beacons, or similar technologies to collect information in accordance with their own privacy policies. We do not control how third-party services collect or use data.

5. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

Where applicable, we process personal data based on:

  • Legitimate interest (site analytics, performance, security)
  • User consent (cookies, advertising preferences)
  • Legal obligation, if required by law

6. Data Retention

Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary:

  • Contact messages are kept only as long as needed to respond
  • Analytics data is stored in aggregated or anonymized form
  • Cookie consent preferences are stored for a limited period

7. Data Sharing

We may share limited data with:

  • Analytics providers
  • Advertising partners
  • Hosting or technical service providers

All such providers process data under contractual or legal safeguards.

We do not share personal data with third parties for independent marketing purposes.

8. International Data Transfers

Some third-party services may process data outside your country of residence, including outside the European Economic Area (EEA). Where required, appropriate safeguards are applied in accordance with data protection laws.

9. Children’s Privacy

WordHints.tips is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If such information is discovered, it will be removed promptly.

10. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Request correction or deletion
  • Object to or restrict processing
  • Withdraw consent for cookies or advertising

You may exercise these rights by contacting us via the website.

11. California Online Privacy Protection Act (CalOPPA)

In compliance with CalOPPA:

  • Users may visit our site anonymously
  • Our Privacy Policy link is accessible from the homepage
  • We disclose how personal information is collected and used

12. Security Measures

We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect information against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure.

13. 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 after changes means acceptance of the revised policy.

14. Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how data is handled, please contact us through the website’s contact page.