Privacy Policy For Hi Forties

Welcome to Hi Forties 
Your privacy matters to me, and I want you to feel comfortable hanging out here, reading, commenting, and coming back whenever you need inspiration for life after 40.

This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, why we collect it, and how we protect it when you visit hiforties.com (or wherever Hi Forties lives on the internet).

If you have any questions at all, you can always reach out. Transparency is kind of my thing.

The Short Version (Because Life Is Busy)

  • I only collect information that helps the blog function and grow.

  • I don’t sell your personal information.

  • Third-party services (like analytics or ads) may collect data too.

  • You’re always in control of your information and choices.

Now let’s break it down in plain English.

Information We Collect

1. Personal Information You Choose to Share

You may share personal information with Hi Forties when you:

  • Subscribe to an email newsletter

  • Leave a comment on a post

  • Contact me through a form or email

This information may include:

  • Your name

  • Your email address

  • Any message or details you choose to share

You’re never required to provide personal information just to browse the site.

2. Automatically Collected Information

Like most websites, Hi Forties automatically collects certain non-personal information when you visit, such as:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Device type

  • Pages visited

  • Time spent on the site

This data helps me understand what content you love and how to make the blog better.

Cookies

Hi Forties uses cookies to:

  • Improve your browsing experience

  • Remember preferences

  • Track site performance and analytics

Cookies are small files stored on your device. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, but parts of the site may not work as smoothly without them.

Email Subscriptions

If you subscribe to the Hi Forties newsletter:

  • Your email address is stored securely through a third-party email service provider

  • You’ll only receive emails you signed up for

  • You can unsubscribe at any time using the link at the bottom of every email

No hard feelings. Ever.

Comments

When you leave a comment:

  • We collect the information shown in the comment form

  • Your IP address and browser data may be collected to help prevent spam

Please remember: comments are visible to other readers. Share thoughtfully.

Third-Party Services

Hi Forties may use trusted third-party services, including but not limited to:

  • Google Analytics (to understand traffic and trends)

  • Advertising networks (such as Google AdSense, if applicable)

  • Email marketing platforms

These third parties may use cookies or similar technologies to collect information according to their own privacy policies.

I encourage you to review their policies if you want more details.

Advertising & Affiliate Links

You may see ads or affiliate links on Hi Forties.

This means:

  • I may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you) if you click or purchase

  • Affiliate partners may use cookies to track referrals

I only recommend products or services I truly believe are helpful for women in their forties and beyond.

How Your Information Is Used

Your information may be used to:

  • Send newsletters or updates you requested

  • Respond to your messages or comments

  • Improve site content and user experience

  • Monitor site performance and security

Your data is never used for anything shady or unexpected.

How Your Information Is Protected

I take reasonable steps to protect your information, including:

  • Secure hosting

  • Trusted third-party tools

  • Limited access to personal data

That said, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, so I can’t guarantee absolute security—but I do my best.

Sharing Your Information

Here’s the simple truth:

I do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information.

Information may only be shared when:

  • Required by law

  • Necessary to operate the website (via trusted service providers)

  • You’ve given clear consent

Your Rights & Choices

Depending on where you live, you may have rights to:

  • Access your personal information

  • Request corrections or deletion

  • Opt out of communications

If you ever want to review or remove your information, just reach out.

Children’s Information

Hi Forties is intended for adults, especially women over 40.

I do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If you believe a child has provided personal information, please contact me and it will be removed promptly.

Changes to This Policy

As the blog grows, this Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time.

Any changes will be posted on this page, with the updated date at the top. I encourage you to check back occasionally.

Contact Me

Have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data?

You can reach me at hi@hiforties.com