This Privacy Policy explains how ShoHost (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses and protects personal data when you visit the ShoHost Blog at https://blog.shohost.com (the “Blog”). By using the Blog, you agree to the practices described here.
Last updated: October 2026.
Our Approach and the DPDP Act, 2023
We aim to handle personal data in line with applicable Indian law, including the Information Technology Act, 2000 and the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act). We collect only what we need, use it for clear purposes and keep it only as long as necessary.
Information We Collect
Information you give us
If you use our contact page form or leave a comment, we collect the details you submit, such as your name, email address and message. Comments may also record the details WordPress collects by default.
Information collected automatically
Like most websites, our server and security tools automatically record technical data such as your IP address, browser type, device, pages visited, referring page and time of visit.
Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device. The Blog may use essential cookies needed for the site to work (for example, remembering comment details or keeping logged-in administrators signed in), and analytics cookies that help us understand how visitors use the Blog. You can block or delete cookies in your browser settings; some features may not work properly if you do.
Analytics
We may use analytics services to see aggregated information such as which articles are popular and how visitors find us. These services may set cookies and process your IP address and device information on our behalf. We use this information only to improve our content.
Security and Caching Tools
- Wordfence: we use the Wordfence security plugin to protect the Blog from attacks and spam. It may log IP addresses, browser details and request data, and may set cookies, to identify malicious traffic.
- LiteSpeed Cache: we use LiteSpeed Cache to make pages load faster. It stores cached copies of pages and may set technical cookies needed for caching to work correctly.
How We Use Your Information
- To reply to messages sent through our contact form.
- To publish and moderate comments.
- To keep the Blog secure and prevent spam and abuse.
- To understand how the Blog is used and improve our content.
- To comply with legal obligations.
We do not sell your personal data.
Sharing Your Information
We may share data with service providers who help us run the Blog (such as hosting, security, email and analytics providers), only as needed for these purposes, or where required by law.
Third-Party Links
Our articles may link to other websites, including ShoHost’s main website and third-party sources. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of other websites. Please read their privacy policies before sharing your data with them.
Data Retention
We keep contact form messages and comments for as long as needed to respond or to keep the discussion on the Blog, and technical and security logs for a limited period, unless a longer period is required by law.
Your Rights
Subject to applicable law, including the DPDP Act, you may ask to access, correct or erase your personal data, withdraw consent you have given, or raise a grievance about how we handle your data. To make a request, please contact us through our contact page.
Children
The Blog is intended for adults and is not directed at children. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please reach us through our contact page.