Last Updated: March 2026
At Hopkins Hives, accessible from hopkinshives.com, one of our main priorities is the privacy of our visitors. This Privacy Policy document contains types of information that is collected and recorded by Hopkins Hives and how we use it.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly to us when you:
- Fill out a contact or inquiry form.
- Sign up for one of our beekeeping tiers (The Worker, The Queen, or The Colony).
- Pay an activation fee or monthly service fee.
- Communicate with us via email or social media.
This information may include your name, email address, phone number, and physical address for hive installation.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect in various ways, including to:
- Provide, operate, and maintain our beekeeping services.
- Schedule site consultations and hive maintenance visits.
- Process your payments and prevent fraud.
- Communicate with you regarding your hive’s health and honey harvests.
- Send you updates or marketing communications (you may opt-out at any time).
3. Log Files & Cookies
Hopkins Hives follows a standard procedure of using log files and cookies. These files log visitors when they visit websites. The information collected includes internet protocol (IP) addresses, browser type, Internet Service Provider (ISP), and date/time stamps. This information is used for analyzing trends and administering the site.
4. Third-Party Services
We may use third-party companies to facilitate our services (such as payment processors like Stripe or PayPal). These third parties have access to your Personal Information only to perform these tasks on our behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purpose.
5. Data Protection Rights
We want to make sure you are fully aware of all of your data protection rights. Every user is entitled to the following:
- The right to access – You have the right to request copies of your personal data.
- The right to rectification – You have the right to request that we correct any information you believe is inaccurate.
- The right to erasure – You have the right to request that we erase your personal data, under certain conditions.
6. Contact Us
If you have additional questions or require more information about our Privacy Policy, do not hesitate to contact us at: [email protected].