Last Updated: January 20, 2025
At Travelling Heist (www.travellingheist.in), I am committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how I collect, use, and protect your information. This Privacy Policy explains how your personal information is handled when you visit my website.
Information I Collect
1. Information You Provide Voluntarily
- Email addresses when you contact me or subscribe to newsletters
- Name and comments when you post on blog articles
- Any other information you choose to share through contact forms or email
2. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit my website, certain information is automatically collected through cookies and similar technologies:
- Browser type and version
- Device type and operating system
- IP address and approximate location
- Pages visited, time spent, and navigation patterns
- Referring website or source
- Date and time of visits
How I Use Your Information
I use collected information to:
- Operate, maintain, and improve the website
- Respond to your comments, questions, and inquiries
- Send newsletters or updates only when you have permission.
- Analyze website usage and improve user experience
- Detect and prevent technical issues or security threats
- Comply with legal obligations
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
This website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website traffic.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help websites remember your preferences and understand how you use the site.
Types of Cookies Used:
Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality
Analytics Cookies: Help me understand visitor behavior through Google Analytics
Advertising Cookies: Used by Google AdSense to display relevant advertisements
Managing Cookies
You can manage or remove cookies in your browser settings, but turning off certain cookies might impact how some websites work. Visit www.allaboutcookies.org for instructions on managing cookies.
Third-Party Services
Google Analytics
I use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and user behavior. Google Analytics collects information anonymously and helps me understand which content resonates with readers.
Google AdSense
I use Google AdSense to display advertisements on this website. Google AdSense uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this or other websites.
Social Media Platforms
My website contains links and buttons to social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter). When you interact with these features, those platforms may collect information about you according to their own privacy policies. I am not responsible for the privacy practices of external social media platforms.
Email Service Providers
If you subscribe to newsletters, your email address is stored securely with email service providers. Your information is never sold or shared with third parties for marketing purposes.
Data Sharing and Disclosure
I DO NOT sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.
I may share information only in these limited circumstances:
- With your explicit consent
- Legal compliance: To comply with legal obligations, court orders, or government requests
- Protection of rights: To protect my rights, safety, or property, or that of others
- Service providers: With trusted service providers who assist in website operation (Google Analytics, email services) under strict confidentiality agreements
Data Security
I implement reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
- Secure hosting with SSL encryption
- Regular security updates and monitoring
- Access controls and authentication
- Secure data transmission protocols
However, no internet transmission is 100% secure. While I strive to protect your information, I cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Data Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal information that I hold
- Correct any inaccurate or incomplete information
- Delete your personal information (subject to legal obligations)
- Opt-out of marketing communications at any time
- Withdraw consent for data processing where consent was given
- Disable cookies through your browser settings
To exercise these rights, contact me at: travellingheist@gmail.com
Data Retention
I retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. When information is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted or anonymized.
Children's Privacy
This website is not directed to children under 13 years of age. I never intentionally collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided personal information, please contact me immediately so I can delete it.
International Visitors
This website is operated from India. If you visit from outside India, your information may be transferred to and processed in India. By using this website, you consent to such transfers and processing.
Affiliate Disclosure and Advertising
This website may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission, but it won’t cost you any extra. This helps support the website and allows me to continue providing valuable travel content. My recommendations are always honest and based on genuine experiences.
Third-party vendors, like Google, use cookies to deliver ads based on your previous visits to this site. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting www.aboutads.info.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
I may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in my practices or legal requirements. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Significant changes will be highlighted or communicated directly when possible.
I encourage you to review this Privacy Policy regularly to stay informed about how your information is protected.
Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact me:
Email: travellingheist@gmail.com
Website: www.travellingheist.in
By using Travelling Heist, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Privacy Policy.
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