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Welcome to Sleepy GlobeTrotter (“we,” “our,” or “us”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website sleepyglobetrotter.com and use our services.
Important: By using our website, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.
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1. Information We Collect
Personal Information You Provide
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:
- Email addresses when you subscribe to our newsletter
- Name and contact information when submitting forms
- Comments and feedback you provide
- Any other information you choose to share with us
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information through cookies and similar technologies:
- IP address and location data
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Pages visited and time spent on our site
- Referring website addresses
- Search terms used to find our site
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- To provide and maintain our website and services
- To send you our newsletter and travel-related content (with your consent)
- To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
- To analyze website usage and improve our content and user experience
- To comply with legal obligations
- To detect, prevent, and address technical issues or fraudulent activity
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience:
Types of Cookies We Use:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for basic website functionality
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site (Google Analytics)
- Marketing Cookies: Used to track visitors across websites for advertising purposes
You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
4. Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and user behavior. Google Analytics may collect information such as:
- How you use our website
- Which pages you visit and how long you stay
- Your approximate location
- Device and browser information
For more information about Google Analytics’ privacy practices, visit Google’s Privacy Policy. You can opt-out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
5. Affiliate Marketing and Third-Party Links
Our website contains affiliate links, including links to Expedia and other travel booking platforms. When you click on these links and make a purchase, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.
Important Notes:
- We only recommend products and services we believe will be valuable to our readers
- Our editorial content is not influenced by affiliate partnerships
- Third-party websites have their own privacy policies, which we encourage you to review
- We are not responsible for the privacy practices of affiliate partners or linked websites
6. Email Marketing and Newsletter
When you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address to send you:
- Travel tips and destination guides
- Website updates and new content notifications
- Exclusive travel deals and recommendations
You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any email or by contacting us directly.
7. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website (e.g., email marketing platforms, analytics providers)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
- Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
8. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
9. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
- Access and receive a copy of your personal information
- Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
- Delete your personal information
- Object to or restrict processing of your information
- Data portability (receive your data in a structured format)
- Withdraw consent at any time
10. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
11. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of our website after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
13. Third-Party Services
Our website may integrate with or link to third-party services, including:
- Social media platforms
- Booking platforms (Expedia, etc.)
- Payment processors
- Other travel-related services
These services have their own privacy policies and terms of service, which we encourage you to review.
14. Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Website: sleepyglobetrotter.com
Email: lucas (@) sleepyglobetrotter (dot) com