Effective Date: July 13, 2025
This privacy policy explains how eTravelGuy (“we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, and safeguards your information when you visit https://etravelguy.com (“Website”).
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Information You Provide Voluntarily
- Newsletter sign-up, comments, forms: name, email address (if provided).
- Direct correspondence: any information you include when you email or message us.
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
- Analytics data: IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, time spent on pages, referring URLs. Collected through tools such as Google Analytics.
1.3 Cookies & Similar Technologies
- We use cookies and comparable technologies to improve site performance and understand visitor behavior. You can disable cookies in your browser settings; the site will still function, but some features may be limited.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Deliver newsletters or updates (only if you opt in).
- Respond to your inquiries or feedback.
- Improve site content, design, and performance.
- Monitor and analyze usage and engagement.
- Recommend or promote products/services via clearly disclosed affiliate links (we may earn a commission).
3. Sharing Your Information
We never sell or rent your personal information. Limited data may be shared with trusted third-party providers who help us operate the Website, including:
| Category | Typical Providers | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Email marketing | Mailchimp | Send newsletters, manage subscriber list |
| Web analytics | Google Analytics | Measure site traffic and behavior |
| Hosting & infrastructure | WordPress host, CDN | Serve the Website reliably and securely |
These partners are expected to comply with GDPR, CCPA, and other relevant regulations. We share only what they need to perform their services.
4. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction (e.g., GDPR in the EU, CCPA in California), you may have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you.
- Request correction or deletion of your data.
- Withdraw consent or unsubscribe at any time.
- Opt out of certain tracking technologies.
To exercise these rights, email contact@atravelguide.com with your request.
5. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined above or to comply with legal obligations.
6. External Links
Our Website may link to external sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Review any external site’s privacy policy before providing personal information.
7. Children’s Privacy
The Website is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently done so, contact us immediately at contact@atravelguide.com so we can delete the information.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted here with a revised effective date. Continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
9. Contact Us
Questions, concerns, or requests regarding this privacy policy?
📧 contact@atravelguide.com