Privacy Policy
Last updated: September 22, 2026
About This Policy
Diana Hong Comedy (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses this website to share show information, comedy clips, photographs, and updates, and to receive booking inquiries and other messages.
This Privacy Policy explains how we handle personal information collected through dhongcomedy.com, our mailing list, and related communications.
Information We Collect
Contact Information and Messages
When you use our Contact page or email us, we collect the information you provide. This may include:
- First and last name.
- Email address.
- Phone number, if provided.
- Reason for contacting us.
- Your message and related correspondence.
- Your preference about receiving a response.
Please share only information relevant to your inquiry. Avoid sending payment card details, government identification numbers, medical information, or other unnecessary sensitive information.
Booking and Event Information
If you inquire about a show or appearance, we may also collect:
- Organization or venue name.
- Event location.
- Requested event date or dates.
- Type of appearance.
- Event details, notes, and other information you provide.
Mailing-List Information
If you subscribe to the mailing list, we collect your email address and any additional information you choose to provide through the signup process.
We use Kit, formerly ConvertKit, to manage subscriptions and send emails. Subscription records may include signup information, communication preferences, and unsubscribe status.
Depending on the email and service settings, Kit may also record delivery information, email opens, and link clicks to help us understand email performance.
Website and Device Information
When you visit the website, the website and its supporting services may collect information such as:
- IP address and other online identifiers.
- Browser and device information.
- Pages viewed and links selected.
- Referring websites.
- Approximate location.
- Dates, times, and interactions associated with your visit.
We use Google Analytics to understand website traffic and how visitors interact with our content.
Cookies and Embedded Content
The website uses cookies and similar technologies associated with website features, analytics, consent preferences, and third-party content.
Our media pages include content from YouTube and Instagram. When embedded content loads or you interact with it, the provider may receive information about your browser, device, and activity.
See our Cookie Policy for more information.
How We Use Information
We use information to:
- Respond to messages, questions, and requests.
- Evaluate booking inquiries and coordinate requested appearances.
- Communicate about event details and arrangements.
- Send mailing-list updates to subscribers.
- Manage subscription preferences and unsubscribe requests.
- Understand website and email performance.
- Maintain website functionality and accessibility features.
- Detect spam, misuse, and security problems.
- Maintain necessary records and comply with applicable legal obligations.
Submitting a booking inquiry or general message does not, by itself, subscribe you to promotional emails.
Services Used on This Website
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand which pages and content visitors use and to help improve the website.
For information about Google’s handling of information, review the Google Privacy Policy.
You can manage available analytics choices through Cookie Preferences. Google also provides a Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on for supported browsers and implementations.
Kit Mailing-List Services
We use Kit to store mailing-list information, deliver emails, manage subscriptions, and provide related reporting.
Information about Kit’s processing of newsletter subscriber information is available in Kit’s Data Processing Addendum.
To request access, correction, or deletion of information associated with our mailing list, contact info@dhongcomedy.com.
Google reCAPTCHA
Our contact form uses Google reCAPTCHA to help identify automated submissions and reduce spam. This service may process browser, device, and interaction information.
Review the Google Privacy Policy and Google Terms of Service for additional information.
Accessibility Tools
The website includes UserWay accessibility tools. Information about the provider’s practices is available in the UserWay Privacy Policy.
How Information May Be Disclosed
Service Providers and Support
We may disclose information to providers that support website hosting, maintenance, communications, email delivery, analytics, security, accessibility, and related operations, as needed for those services.
Booking Coordination
When you request an appearance or event-related assistance, relevant information may be shared with team members, representatives, or event contacts involved in responding to and coordinating that request.
Embedded Content Providers
Providers of embedded videos and social content may collect information directly through their features. Their handling of that information is described in their own privacy policies and settings.
Legal Requirements and Protection
We may disclose information when required by law or valid legal process, or when reasonably necessary to address fraud, security incidents, misuse, or legal claims.
We may also disclose information at your direction or with appropriate authorization.
Mailing-List Choices
You can unsubscribe from promotional emails using the unsubscribe link in an email or by contacting info@dhongcomedy.com.
Unsubscribing from promotional emails does not prevent us from responding to a message you send or communicating about an existing booking or other requested service.
We may retain limited information needed to record and respect your unsubscribe request.
How Long We Keep Information
We retain personal information for as long as reasonably needed for the purposes described in this policy.
The period depends on factors such as the status of an inquiry or booking, your subscription preferences, necessary business records, and applicable legal obligations.
Cookie expiration periods are separate from the retention of contact messages, booking information, and subscriber records.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on where you live and the laws that apply, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or obtain a copy of your personal information, withdraw consent, or opt out of certain uses or disclosures.
To submit a request, email info@dhongcomedy.com. When possible, use the email address associated with your inquiry or subscription.
Where appropriate, we may need to verify your identity before acting on a request. Some requests are subject to legal exceptions. We will explain any applicable limitation and provide information about appeal options where required.
California residents can review our California Privacy Rights notice.
Information Security
We use reasonable safeguards intended to protect personal information. However, no website, email service, or electronic storage system can guarantee absolute security.
Please avoid sending unnecessary sensitive information through website forms or email.
External Ticketing and Other Websites
Show listings and other content may link to venues, ticket sellers, social platforms, or other external websites.
Information you provide on those websites is handled under their privacy policies. Review the relevant provider’s policy before purchasing tickets, creating an account, or submitting information.
Children’s Privacy
This website is not directed to children under 13. If you believe a child under 13 has submitted personal information, email info@dhongcomedy.com so we can investigate and take appropriate action.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy as our services, practices, or legal obligations change. The latest version will appear on this page with an updated date.
Where required, we will provide additional notice or obtain consent before making changes to how information is used.
Contact Us
For privacy questions or requests, email info@dhongcomedy.com.