Privacy Policy
Last Updated: March 16, 2026
Effective Date: February 7, 2026
1. Introduction & Scope
This Privacy Policy covers all data collected through the PostWave website (best-hashtagtrends.com), including data collected through our hashtag generator tool, caption generator, browsing hashtag categories, and any contact form submissions or email newsletter subscriptions.
The policy was last updated on March 16, 2026 and became effective on February 7, 2026. We recommend reviewing this page periodically as it may be updated to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements.
2. Information We Collect
Automatically Collected Data
- • IP address and approximate location
- • Browser type and version
- • Device type (mobile, desktop, tablet)
- • Pages visited and time spent on each page
- • Referring URL (how you found us)
- • Search queries entered into our tools
User-Submitted Data
- • Email address (if you subscribe to our newsletter or submit a contact form)
- • Name (if provided via contact form)
- • Messages and feedback submitted through our contact page
Usage data: We also collect anonymised data about interactions with our tools — for example, the types of hashtag searches performed — to improve our recommendations and identify popular content categories. This data is never linked to your personal identity.
3. How We Use Your Information
- To provide and improve PostWave's tools, features, and content.
- To send email newsletters and updates (only if you have opted in).
- To analyse website traffic and usage patterns using Google Analytics.
- To respond to contact form submissions and support requests.
- To display relevant advertising through Google AdSense.
- To maintain the security and performance of our website.
4. Cookies Policy
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your preferences and improve your experience. PostWave uses the following types of cookies:
| Cookie Type | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Essential Cookies | Required for site functionality and session management. Cannot be disabled. |
| Analytics Cookies | Google Analytics — tracks page views, session duration, and user behaviour to help us improve the site. |
| Advertising Cookies | Google AdSense (DoubleClick) — serves personalised ads based on your interests and prior visits to websites. |
| Third-Party Cookies | Set by embedded tools or social sharing features (e.g., Cloudflare). Governed by the respective third party's privacy policy. |
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our tools or the display of ads. For more information on managing cookies, visit aboutcookies.org.
5. Third-Party Services
Google AdSense
This website uses Google AdSense, a web advertising service provided by Google LLC. Google AdSense uses DoubleClick cookies to serve ads based on a user's prior visits to this website or other websites on the internet. Users may opt out of personalised advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings. For more information on how Google uses data from partner sites, visit google.com/policies/privacy/partners.
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics (property ID: G-WZKJ472C2P) to analyse how visitors use our website. Google Analytics collects anonymised data including page views, session duration, and device type. This data is processed by Google and subject to Google's Privacy Policy. You can opt out using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
6. User Data Protection
🚫 We Do Not Sell Your Data
PostWave does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes. Data sharing is strictly limited to trusted service providers (such as hosting and analytics) necessary for platform functionality.
- All data transmitted to and from PostWave is protected by HTTPS/TLS encryption.
- Access to personal data is restricted to authorised team members only.
- Email addresses collected via newsletter sign-up or contact forms are retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose for which they were collected, or until you request deletion.
7. Children's Privacy
PostWave is not directed at children under the age of 13 (or under 16 in GDPR-applicable regions). We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from minors. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information without parental consent, please contact us at ishapesolution@gmail.com and we will promptly delete the information.
8. GDPR & Regional Compliance
For users located in the European Union or European Economic Area, PostWave processes personal data on the legal basis of legitimate interests (for analytics and site improvement) and consent (for email communications and advertising cookies). You have the following rights:
Right to Access
Request a copy of your personal data
Right to Deletion
Request we delete your personal data
Right to Correct
Request correction of inaccurate data
Right to Restrict
Restrict how we process your data
Right to Object
Object to processing based on legitimate interests
Right to Portability
Receive your data in a portable format
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at ishapesolution@gmail.com. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection supervisory authority.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page will always reflect when the most recent changes were made. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of PostWave after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
10. Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us:
PostWave Privacy Enquiries
ishapesolution@gmail.comWe aim to respond to all privacy-related enquiries within 48 hours.