Last Updated: March 2, 2026

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At Hello Friends, we are committed to nurturing a lifelong love of reading while protecting the privacy of our visitors, particularly the children who enjoy our content. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect and how we use it.

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1. Our Commitment to Children’s Privacy

Our website is designed for early literacy and is intended to be enjoyed by children with the guidance of a parent, guardian, or educator. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13.

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If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at info@thehellofriendsshow.com, and we will take steps to delete that information from our records.

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2. Information We Collect

We collect information only when you voluntarily provide it to us.

• Email Subscriptions: When you choose to sign up for our newsletter to receive literacy tips and updates, we collect your email address.

• Direct Inquiries: If you contact us via email, we collect your email address and any content you include in your message so that we can respond to your request.

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3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To send you the educational updates, stories, and resources you requested.

• To respond to your questions, comments, or concerns.

• To improve our website’s content and functionality.

We do not sell, rent, or lease your personal information to third parties.

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4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Like most websites, we may use "cookies" or similar tracking technologies to improve your experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us understand how you use our site.

• You can configure your browser to decline cookies or alert you when they are being sent.

• Please note that some parts of our website may not function properly if you disable cookies.

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5. Third-Party Links

Our website contains links to third-party services, such as YouTube, for the purpose of hosting and displaying our educational videos.

• These third-party platforms have their own privacy policies.

• When you interact with these embedded players, you are subject to the privacy practices of those providers. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any site you visit through our links.

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6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect the information you provide to us. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

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7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including:

• The right to access: You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

• The right to rectification: You can ask us to correct inaccurate information.

• The right to erasure: You can ask us to delete your email address from our list at any time.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@thehellofriendsshow.com

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8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will post the updated policy on this page with a new "Effective Date." We encourage you to check this page periodically for any updates.

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9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding our privacy practices, please feel free to reach out: info@thehellofriendsshow.com