Privacy Policy

Thank you for visiting hohoy.no. Your privacy matters, and this Privacy Policy outlines what kind of information may be collected when you visit the site, how it is used, and how it is protected.

hohoy.no is a non-commercial, personal blog. I do not collect any personal data from users, and I do not sell or share data for marketing purposes – nor would I, even if such data were collected.

Data collection: What and when

As of today, hohoy.no does not offer user accounts, comment fields, newsletters, or contact forms. Therefore, the site does not actively collect personal data from visitors.

However, some technical data may be collected automatically through third-party plugins used for functionality, security, analytics, and performance. This may include:

• IP address (often anonymized)
• Pages and posts visited
• Time spent on each page
• Interactions such as clicks or scrolls
• Browser and device information

No data is used to personally identify visitors, and no profiling is performed.

Legal basis for data processing

The limited data collected is processed under the following legal bases:

• Legitimate interest – to maintain security, performance, and user insight
• Consent – where applicable (e.g., cookies with opt-in banners)

How data is used

Data is used only to:

• Improve the site’s content, structure, and performance
• Secure the site against spam, abuse, and attacks
• Understand user behavior in an aggregated and anonymized way

No personal data is used for marketing purposes or shared for commercial gain.

Third-party services and plugins

hohoy.no uses the following plugins, which may process data as part of their core functionality:

• CookieYes | GDPR Cookie Consent: Manages cookie banners and user consent.
• Wordfence Security: Protects against malicious traffic and may log IP addresses (USA-based service).
• Akismet Anti-Spam (currently inactive): Previously used for spam protection on comment forms (no longer active).
• One.com Spam Protection & Performance Cache: Hosting-related spam and performance tools (EU-based servers).
• SEOPress: Optimizes content for search engines (no personal data tracked unless external integrations are enabled).
• Quiz and Survey Master (currently inactive): Enables quizzes/surveys; no data currently being collected.
• Matomo Analytics: Tracks anonymized visitor statistics. IP addresses are masked, and all data is stored on EU-based servers with no third-party access.

⚠️ Please note: Any plugin or service that transfers data outside the EU will be replaced progressively, and this Privacy Policy will be updated accordingly. Feel free to check back for changes.

Matomo Analytics

hohoy.no uses Matomo Analytics to collect anonymized statistics for site improvement. IP addresses are masked, and no personal data is stored or shared.

Opt-out complete; your visits to this website will not be recorded by the Web Analytics tool. Note that if you clear your cookies, delete the opt-out cookie, or if you change computers or Web browsers, you will need to perform the opt-out procedure again.

You may choose to prevent this website from aggregating and analyzing the actions you take here. Doing so will protect your privacy, but will also prevent the owner from learning from your actions and creating a better experience for you and other users.

You are not opted out. Uncheck this box to opt-out. You are currently opted out. Check this box to opt-in.

The tracking opt-out feature requires cookies to be enabled.

Cookies and tracking

Cookies may be used to support core functionality (such as remembering preferences or ensuring site security) and to analyze anonymized usage patterns.

You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time. Note that some features of the site may not work properly if cookies are disabled.

Data storage and security

• No personal data is stored unless you contact me directly via email.
• Any technical data collected via plugins is stored securely and accessed only when necessary.
• The website and plugins are updated regularly to maintain strong security standards.

Disclosure

hohoy.no does not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. Some technical data (such as IP addresses) may be processed by third-party services solely for delivering essential functions like analytics and security, as outlined above.

Your rights under GDPR

As a visitor to this site, you have the right to:

• Access any personal data collected about you
• Request correction or deletion of such data
• Withdraw any consent you’ve given

Although hohoy.no does not collect or store any personal data directly, and I do not have access to any identifiable information about individual users, I am legally required to inform you of these rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Some technical data (such as anonymized IP addresses) may still be processed by third-party services used for security, performance, or analytics. If you wish to exercise your rights related to those services, you may need to contact the providers directly.

That said – I’m actively working to phase out any plugin that doesn’t fully respect your privacy or EU data protection standards. I believe privacy matters, and even though this is just a small, personal blog, I want you to know that I’m doing my part – so you don’t have to worry about yours.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out.

Consent

By using this website, you consent to this Privacy Policy and the described data processing practices.

Contact Me

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact me here.

My goal is not just to follow the law, but to offer a space where your visit feels safe, respected, and free of digital noise. Because this site is an extension of who I am – open, transparent, and loyal. People deserve clarity, respect, and the freedom to browse without being treated like data.

This Privacy Policy was last updated on March 27, 2025.