Last updated: 02/10/2026
This Privacy Policy explains how Smoking Marketing Ltd. (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, stores, and protects personal data when you visit or use Smoking-Hub.com (the “Website”) and any related services, content, newsletters, user accounts, and communities (together, the “Service”).
By using the Service, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.
1) Who We Are (Data Controller)
Smoking Marketing Ltd. (operating commercially as Smoking Hub)
UIC: 208445982
Registered address: Lyulyak 5, Pazardzhik, 4404, Bulgaria
Email (privacy requests): admin@smoking-hub.com
For the purposes of the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we act as the data controller.
2) Who This Policy Applies To
This Privacy Policy applies to:
- visitors to the Website;
- newsletter subscribers and deal alert recipients;
- registered users and account holders;
- users who submit comments or other content;
- users interacting with affiliate links, analytics tools, or advertising pixels.
The Service is intended for adults only. Users must be 21+ or meet the legal age requirement in their jurisdiction, whichever applies. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.
3) Geographic Scope
Our services are primarily intended for users located in the United States.
While the Website may be accessible worldwide, we do not actively target or market our services to individuals located in the European Union.
However, we process personal data in accordance with applicable EU data protection laws where required.
4) Personal Data We Collect
We may collect the following categories of personal data:
a) Information You Provide Directly
- Email address (newsletter, deal alerts, account registration)
- Name or username (user accounts, comments)
- Contact details and message content (contact forms)
- Account credentials and profile information
- User-generated content (comments, posts, submissions)
b) Information Collected Automatically
- IP address
- Device and browser information
- Pages viewed, referral URLs, timestamps
- Approximate geographic location (country or region)
Collected via:
- Google Analytics (GA4)
- Cookies and similar technologies
- Google Tag Manager
c) Affiliate & Tracking Data
- Affiliate referral identifiers
- UTMs, ref tags, and tracking cookies
- Click and conversion metadata (non-payment)
We do not collect or process your payment details.
5) How We Use Personal Data
We use personal data to:
- operate, maintain, and improve the Service;
- send newsletters, deal alerts, and updates;
- manage user accounts, comments, and community features;
- respond to inquiries and support requests;
- analyze traffic and content performance;
- track affiliate attribution and deal performance;
- prevent abuse, fraud, and policy violations;
- comply with legal obligations.
6) Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR)
Where GDPR applies, we process personal data under the following legal bases:
- Consent (e.g. marketing emails, non-essential cookies)
- Contract (e.g. providing account access)
- Legitimate interests (analytics, security, affiliate tracking)
- Legal obligation (compliance with applicable laws)
You may withdraw consent at any time where consent is the legal basis.
7) Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies for:
- essential website functionality;
- analytics and performance measurement;
- affiliate attribution;
- advertising and retargeting.
We use a Consent Management Platform (CMP) to manage your cookie preferences in compliance with applicable laws.
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain features.
8) Email Communications
If you subscribe to our newsletter or deal alerts:
- you will receive emails related to deals, content, and community updates;
- you may unsubscribe at any time using the link in each email.
We use ActiveCampaign as our email service provider, which processes data on our behalf under appropriate data protection safeguards.
Unsubscribing from emails does not delete your user account, if applicable.
9) Affiliate Links & Third-Party Websites
The Service contains affiliate links to third-party retailers.
When you click an affiliate link:
- tracking cookies or identifiers may be placed by the retailer or affiliate network;
- purchases and payments occur directly with the retailer.
We are not responsible for third-party privacy practices. Please review the privacy policies of any external sites you interact with.
10) Advertising & Pixels
We may use advertising and analytics tools such as:
- Google Analytics (GA4)
- Google Ads
- Meta (Facebook / Instagram) Pixel
These tools may collect or receive information from your device for analytics and advertising purposes in accordance with their own privacy policies.
11) User Accounts, Comments & Public Content
If you create an account or submit content:
- your username and content may be publicly visible;
- profile information may be associated with your activity.
You are responsible for the personal data you choose to make public.
We reserve the right to moderate, remove, or restrict content or accounts in accordance with our Terms of Use.
12) Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary:
- email data: until you unsubscribe or request deletion;
- account data: while your account is active and for a reasonable period after;
- analytics data: according to analytics platform settings;
- legal or compliance data: as required by law.
13) Sharing of Personal Data
We do not sell personal data to third parties.
We may share data only with:
- service providers (hosting, analytics, email platforms);
- affiliate and advertising partners (tracking only);
- authorities where legally required.
All processors act under contractual obligations consistent with this Policy.
14) International Data Transfers
Some service providers may process data outside the European Union, including in the United States.
Where required, we rely on appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent legal mechanisms.
15) Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- access your personal data;
- correct inaccurate data;
- request deletion;
- restrict or object to processing;
- withdraw consent;
- request data portability;
- lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.
To exercise your rights, contact admin@smoking-hub.com.
16) Data Security
We apply reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal data. However, no system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
17) Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.
Your continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of the updated Policy.
18) Contact
For privacy-related questions or requests, contact: