Privacy Policy
Last Updated: August 26th, 2025
Hothi & Co. values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of data we collect from you—whether through our website www.hothico.co contact forms, email communication, or any other linked sites (collectively, the “Site”)—and how that information is used. We encourage you to review this statement carefully before using the Site. By sharing your information with us, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
The Site is owned and managed by Hothi & Co., located at Hothi & Co, Opp Yes Bank, Dana Mandi Road, Nurmahal, Jalandhar, Punjab – 144039
Personal Data We Collect
Hothi & Co. collects information to operate efficiently and deliver the best possible experience for our users. Most of the data we gather is provided directly by you—for example, when you contact us through a form or send us an email. In such cases, we collect details like your email address and the contents of your message. We also collect certain data automatically through cookies (small text files stored on your device) and may receive additional information from trusted third-party providers who help us analyze site usage.
You have control over the data you share with us. You may choose not to provide personal information when requested; however, declining to do so may limit access to certain features or services. You may also withdraw your consent to our use of your personal data at any time by contacting us through the details provided below.
The types of information we may collect include:
Contact Information – such as name, job title, company, department, email address, mailing address, and phone number.
Professional Information – including your employment background, job description, and related details.
Survey Responses – information you provide when responding to surveys on the website, via apps, email, or phone.
Internet Protocol (IP) Address – automatically logged whenever you visit the Site, along with timestamps and pages viewed.
Demographic and Location Data – details such as age group, gender, region, or general geographic location to help us understand and improve user experience.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of thirteen (13). If we learn that we have collected such information without verified parental consent, we will promptly delete it. If you believe we may have collected data from or about a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
How We Use Personal Data
We use the information we collect about you for the following purposes:
Communications – To respond to your inquiries, fulfill your requests, and provide newsletters, publications, or other materials you ask for. If you contact us via email through the Site, we may retain your contact details and correspondence to address your query and for any other purpose disclosed at the time of collection.
Business Operations – To conduct audits, data analysis, and other evaluations that help us improve our services, enhance website performance, and support the overall efficiency of our operations.
Marketing – To share updates or information we believe may be relevant and of interest to you.
Services – To provide the information, products, or services you request, deliver updates, offer after-sales support, and manage our relationship with you, including any necessary administration.
We will retain your personal data only for as long as it is reasonably required to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Statement or as mandated by applicable law. After that period, your data will be securely deleted.
Reasons we may Share Personal Data
At Hothi & Co., we respect your privacy and do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties. However, in certain circumstances, we may share your information with trusted parties to operate effectively, comply with legal requirements, and provide you with high-quality services. These circumstances include:
Service Providers and Partners – We may share data with third-party vendors, contractors, or service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as website hosting, data analysis, email delivery, IT support, or customer service. These parties are authorized to use your personal information only as necessary to provide services to us.
Business Operations – To support audits, compliance reviews, data analysis, or other internal business processes that help us maintain and improve our operations, services, and website performance.
Legal Compliance and Protection – We may disclose your data when required by law, legal proceedings, court orders, or government requests. Additionally, we may share information when necessary to protect our legal rights, enforce our agreements, safeguard the security of our systems, or prevent fraud or other unlawful activity.
Corporate Transactions – In the event of a merger, acquisition, restructuring, or sale of assets, your personal data may be transferred to the relevant third parties involved in the transaction, subject to the same protections outlined in this Privacy Statement.
With Your Consent – We may share your personal data with third parties if you have given us explicit consent to do so, such as when you request to receive information from a partner organization or participate in a joint event.
Marketing and Communications – We may use trusted third-party tools or platforms to deliver newsletters, updates, or marketing communications you have opted into.
Protection of Individuals – When necessary to protect the safety, rights, or property of our employees, clients, users, or the public, we may disclose relevant information to the appropriate authorities.
Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help websites function more efficiently and collect useful information. They make your browsing experience smoother by remembering your preferences and simplifying future visits when you use the same device and browser. To learn more about cookies, including how to view or manage the ones stored on your device, you can visit www.aboutcookies.org or or www.allaboutcookies.org.
| Cookie | Name | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Pardot | visitor_id*, visitor_id*-hash | These cookies are used to collect information about how visitors use our website. We use the information to compile reports and to help us improve the website. The cookies collect information in an anonymous form, including the number of visitors to the website and blog, where visitors came from, the pages they visited, and how they use our site. |
| Universal Analytics (Google) | _ga, _gali, _gat_UA-1036645-1, _gid, _utm* | These cookies are used to collect information about how visitors use our website,
including some WordPress sites. The information is compiled into reports that help us
improve the website. Data collected is anonymous, including the number of visitors,
referral sources, and pages viewed. Please review Google’s Privacy Policy and Google’s data safeguarding practices. |
| Authentication | (SP-dependent) | SAML/OAuth2/SSO cookies confirm the user’s identity via federated authentication systems. Cookie names are determined by the Service Provider and vary depending on the federated site visited. |
| bcookie | Browser Identifier cookie used to uniquely identify devices accessing LinkedIn, helping to detect and prevent abuse on the platform. | |
| User Experience | cookies, download | These cookies track user interactions that request specific page or component states, helping to streamline the user experience for current and future visits. |
Hothi & Co. does not use any additional third-party cookies. However, if you choose to share content from our website through social media platforms (such as Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, or YouTube), you will be required to log in to the respective platform and accept its terms and conditions.
You can manage or delete cookies directly through your internet browser settings. For detailed, step-by-step instructions on controlling cookies in most browsers, please refer to your browser’s help section or visit www.aboutcookies.org. Even if you choose to block cookies, the www.hothico.co website will remain accessible.
Security of Personal Data
We implement appropriate technical and organizational safeguards to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, unlawful processing, accidental loss, destruction, or damage. While these measures are designed to reduce security risks to a level appropriate for the type of data we handle, no system can be entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection of your information.
Where We Store and Process Personal Data
Personal data collected by Hothi & Co. may be stored and processed in your region, in India, or in other countries where Hothi & Co. maintains operations. This may include, among other purposes, fulfilling your information requests, responding to inquiries, and providing support services. In most cases, the primary storage location will be your region or the United States. By submitting your personal data, you consent to its transfer, storage, and processing as described.
We may transfer personal data from the European Economic Area (“EEA”) to countries outside the EEA. When doing so, we rely on a range of legal safeguards, including specific intercompany agreements, to ensure your data is protected and your rights are upheld.
How to Access and Manage Your Personal Data
Communications and Marketing Preferences – You have the choice to decide whether you wish to receive direct marketing communications from Hothi & Co. You may opt out at any time by using the unsubscribe instructions provided in our messages.
Browser-Based Controls – Your browser provides options to manage cookies, block tracking, or restrict third-party content. More details can be found in the Cookies section of this Privacy Statement.
In addition, certain countries provide individuals with specific rights regarding their personal data, including the ability to access, correct, delete, restrict, or object to its processing or transfer. To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@hothico.co. You will need to provide your name, email address, or other sufficient details to allow us to verify your identity. Once verified, we will respond to your request in line with applicable laws and our internal procedures, ensuring the protection and integrity of the data we maintain.
Changes to this Privacy Statement
This Privacy Statement was last updated on the date shown above and is effective from that date. We may update this statement from time to time. You can check whether it has been revised since your last visit by referring to the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. Any changes will take effect as soon as the updated statement is published on our website. By continuing to use our Site after such updates, you agree to the revised Privacy Statement. We encourage you to review this page regularly to stay informed and, if desired, print a copy for your records.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Statement, the practices of this Site, or our handling of your personal data, please contact us at info@hothico.co.