Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 1, 2025
1. Introduction
Dependable Travel Guides ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website dependabletravelguides.xyz and use our services.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information
We may collect the following personal information:
- Name (first and last name)
- Phone number
- Email address (if provided)
- Travel preferences and destination interests
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
We may automatically collect certain information about your device, including:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on our site
- Referring website
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To provide travel guides and recommendations
- To contact you regarding our services
- To personalize your experience
- To improve our website and services
- To send marketing communications (with your consent)
- To comply with legal obligations
4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we process your personal data based on:
- Consent: When you voluntarily provide information and agree to our terms
- Legitimate Interests: To provide our services and improve user experience
- Contract Performance: To fulfill our obligations in providing travel guide services
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
- With service providers who assist in our operations
- When required by law or legal process
- To protect our rights or the safety of others
- In connection with a business transfer or merger
6. Your Rights (GDPR)
If you are a resident of the European Union, you have the following rights:
- Right of Access: Request copies of your personal data
- Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate information
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
- Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of data processing
- Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of your data
- Right to Object: Object to our processing of your data
7. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
8. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
9. Cookies and Tracking
Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies. Please refer to our Cookie Policy for detailed information about our use of cookies.
10. International Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.
11. Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.
13. Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (555) 123-4567
Address: 123 Travel Street, Adventure City, AC 12345