Privacy Policy
Last Updated: March 2026
Who We Are
The Hot Mess Collective is a DBA of The Hot Mess Consulting LLC, a social media management and web design agency serving real estate professionals. Our website is thehotmesscollective.com. Questions about this policy can be directed to samantha@thehotmesscollective.com.
What Information We Collect
We collect information you voluntarily provide, including your name, email address, phone number, and business details when you book a call, fill out a contact form, or opt in to receive a free resource. We also collect standard technical data automatically through our website host (Squarespace), including IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on the site.
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to respond to inquiries, deliver services you've purchased, send email communications you've opted into, improve our website and offerings, and comply with legal obligations. We do not sell your personal information. Ever.
Email Marketing
If you opt in to receive a free resource or subscribe to our email list, your information is stored in MailerLite, our email marketing platform. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email we send. We will never add you to our list without your explicit consent.
Third-Party Services
Our website and business operations use the following third-party platforms, each with their own privacy policies: Squarespace (website hosting), MailerLite (email marketing), Calendly (appointment booking), and Stripe (payment processing). We encourage you to review their individual privacy policies.
Cookies
Our website uses cookies through Squarespace to improve your browsing experience and collect analytics data. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though this may affect some site functionality.
Your Rights
You have the right to request access to the personal data we hold about you, request correction or deletion of your data, and opt out of marketing communications at any time. To exercise any of these rights, email us at samantha@thehotmesscollective.com.
California Privacy Rights
As a California-based business, we comply with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). California residents have the right to know what personal data we collect, request deletion of their data, and opt out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information).
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. Continued use of our website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.