Effective Date: [10/19/2022]
Website: https://www.hotspotchicago.com
Entity: Hot Spot Chicago (“we,” “us,” or “our”)
1. Overview
Hot Spot Chicago values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website, subscribe to our SMS alerts, or participate in our promotions and events.
By using our website or signing up for text alerts, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Personal Information: Your name, phone number, email address, or other contact information you voluntarily provide.
Automatic Information: Non-personal data such as your IP address, device type, browser, and site activity (via cookies and analytics tools).
SMS Consent Data: When you opt in to receive text messages, we record your phone number, opt-in confirmation, and communication preferences.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Send promotional text messages and emails about Chicago-area events, restaurants, lounges, stores, and galleries.
Provide exclusive offers, discounts, and updates about Hot Spot Chicago experiences.
Improve our website, marketing, and user experience.
Respond to your inquiries or customer service requests.
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.
4. Text Messaging (SMS) Policy
By providing your mobile number and opting in, you consent to receive periodic text messages from Hot Spot Chicago.
Message frequency varies.
Standard message and data rates may apply.
You can opt out at any time by replying STOP to any message.
To get help, reply HELP or contact us at [support@hotspotchicago.com].
We do not share SMS data with third parties for their marketing purposes.
5. Cookies & Analytics
Our website uses cookies and analytics tools to understand visitor behavior and improve content. You may disable cookies through your browser settings at any time.
6. Data Security
We use commercially reasonable security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Links to Other Sites
Our website may link to third-party sites (such as event partners or ticketing platforms). We are not responsible for their privacy practices and encourage you to review their policies.
8. Children’s Privacy
Hot Spot Chicago is intended for individuals 18 years or older. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.
9. Your Choices
You can:
Opt out of text messages at any time by replying STOP.
Unsubscribe from emails using the link in the message.
Request deletion of your data by contacting us at [support@hotspotchicago.com].
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any revisions will be posted here with a new effective date.
11. Contact Us
For questions about this Privacy Policy or our practices, please contact:
Hot Spot Chicago
Email: support@hotspotchicago.com
Website: https://www.hotspotchicago.com
226 W Ontario St. Ste 400 Chicago, Illinois 60654
