Effective Date: 01/24/2026
Last Updated: 01/24/2026
This Privacy Policy explains how TVOTT Hillbilly News (“TVOTT,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects information when you use tvotthillbillynews.com (the “Site”).
1) Information We Collect
A) Information You Provide
- Name and email address (when you sign up, contact us, or subscribe)
- Account information (if you create an account)
- Comments and content you submit (including messages and reports)
B) Information Collected Automatically
- IP address, browser type, device identifiers
- Pages viewed, links clicked, time spent on pages
- Approximate location (based on IP address)
2) Cookies and Tracking
We may use cookies and similar technologies to help the Site function, understand usage, and improve performance. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Some features may not work properly if you disable cookies.
3) How We Use Information
We use information to:
- Operate and maintain the Site
- Provide community features like commenting and feeds
- Moderate content and enforce our rules
- Respond to messages, reports, and correction requests
- Send newsletters or updates if you opt in (you may unsubscribe any time)
- Detect fraud, spam, and security issues
4) Sharing Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information:
- With service providers (hosting, analytics, email delivery) as needed to operate the Site
- To comply with legal obligations or lawful requests
- To protect the rights, safety, and security of TVOTT, our users, or the public
5) User Content and Public Visibility
Comments and other content you post may be publicly visible. Please do not post private information you do not want public.
6) Data Retention
We retain information only as long as needed for Site operations, legal compliance, and safety. We may retain logs and moderation records to prevent abuse and spam.
7) Security
We use reasonable administrative and technical measures to help protect your information. However, no website can guarantee 100% security.
8) Children
The Site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided personal data, contact us at [email protected] so we can remove it.
9) Your Choices
- You may request access, correction, or deletion of your personal information (where applicable).
- You may opt out of marketing emails using the unsubscribe link included in emails.
10) Contact
For privacy questions or requests, contact: [email protected].