At TravellingLife.online (“we,” “us,” or “our”), we are committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your data when you visit our website, subscribe to our services, or interact with our content.
By using TravellingLife.online, you consent to the practices described in this policy. If you disagree with any terms, please discontinue use of our website immediately.
This policy complies with global data protection regulations, including:
✔ General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU)
✔ California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
✔ Canadian Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
1. Information We Collect
A. Personal Information You Provide
We collect information when you:
- Create an account
- Subscribe to our newsletter
- Make a purchase (e.g., travel guides, e-books)
- Contact us via forms or email
This may include:
🔹 Name
🔹 Email address
🔹 Billing/shipping address
🔹 Payment details (processed securely via Stripe/PayPal)
🔹 Travel preferences (destination interests, budget)
B. Automatically Collected Data
When you visit our site, we collect:
🌐 Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information
🍪 Cookies & Tracking Technologies (see Section 4)
📊 Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, click patterns
C. Information from Third Parties
We may receive data from:
- Social media platforms (if you log in via Facebook/Google)
- Advertising partners (Mediavine, Google AdSense)
- Analytics providers (Google Analytics, Hotjar)
2. How We Use Your Information
| Purpose | Examples | Legal Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Service Delivery | Processing orders, account management | Contractual necessity |
| Personalization | Tailoring content to your interests | Legitimate interest |
| Marketing | Sending newsletters (opt-out available) | Consent |
| Analytics | Improving website functionality | Legitimate interest |
| Legal Compliance | Fraud prevention, tax obligations | Legal requirement |
3. Data Sharing & Disclosure
We do not sell your personal data. Limited sharing occurs with:
A. Essential Service Providers
- Payment processors (Stripe, PayPal)
- Email services (Mailchimp, ConvertKit)
- Hosting providers (SiteGround, Cloudflare)
B. Advertising Partners
As a Mediavine publisher, we use programmatic advertising. By using our site, you consent to:
- Mediavine’s data collection (View their policy)
- Targeted ads based on your browsing behavior
C. Legal Obligations
We may disclose information when required by:
⚖️ Court orders
🕵️ Fraud investigations
4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
Types We Use
| Category | Purpose | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | Site functionality | Login sessions |
| Analytics | Performance tracking | Google Analytics |
| Advertising | Personalized ads | Mediavine, Facebook Pixel |
Your Choices
You can:
- Adjust browser settings to block cookies
- Use our GDPR-compliant consent banner to manage preferences
- Opt out of targeted ads via YourAdChoices
5. Data Security Measures
We implement:
🔒 SSL encryption for all data transfers
🛡️ Regular security audits
🔐 Limited employee access to sensitive data
Despite these measures, no online transmission is 100% secure. Please protect your account credentials.
6. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on residency, you may:
For EU/UK Users (GDPR)
- Request access to your data
- Correct inaccuracies
- Erase your data (“right to be forgotten”)
- Restrict processing
For California Residents (CCPA)
- Know what personal data is collected
- Opt out of data sales
- Non-discrimination for exercising rights
To exercise rights, email: [privacy@travellinglife.online]
We respond within 30 days to verified requests.
7. International Data Transfers
As a global platform, your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your residence. We ensure all transfers comply with:
✔ EU-US Privacy Shield Framework
✔ Standard Contractual Clauses
8. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect data from children under:
- 16 years (GDPR)
- 13 years (COPPA)
Parents/guardians may contact us to remove any inadvertently collected data.
9. Policy Updates
We may update this policy to reflect:
- Changes in laws
- New service features
- User feedback
Updates will be:
📅 Dated at the top of this page
🔔 Highlighted for 30 days after changes