Welcome to Travel Blog Dubai. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services. Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:
- Subscribe to our newsletter
- Leave comments on our blog posts
- Contact us through our contact forms
- Participate in surveys or promotions
- Create an account (if applicable)
This information may include:
- Name
- Email address
- IP address
- Comments and feedback
- Any other information you choose to provide
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Referring website addresses
- Pages viewed and time spent on pages
- Date and time of visits
- Device information (mobile device ID, screen resolution)
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for various purposes:
Primary Uses
- To provide, operate, and maintain our website
- To improve and personalize your experience
- To send you newsletters and travel updates (with consent)
- To respond to your comments and inquiries
- To analyze website usage and trends
Communication
- Send administrative information and updates
- Provide customer support
- Send marketing communications (you can opt-out anytime)
Website Improvement
- Monitor and analyze usage and trends
- Personalize your website experience
- Improve our website functionality and content
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small data files stored on your device when you visit our website. We use both session cookies (which expire when you close your browser) and persistent cookies (which stay on your device until deleted).
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
Required for basic website functionality and security.
Analytics Cookies
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our site:
- Track page views and user behavior
- Analyze traffic sources and patterns
- Improve website content and user experience
Advertising Cookies
We use Google AdSense and other advertising networks that may place cookies to:
- Display relevant advertisements
- Measure ad performance
- Prevent ad fraud
Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
- Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies
- You can delete existing cookies
- You can set your browser to notify you when cookies are sent
Note: Disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
Third-Party Services
Google AdSense
We use Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google may use cookies to serve ads based on your visits to our site and other sites on the internet. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google’s Ad Settings.
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information anonymously and report website trends. You can opt-out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on.
Social Media Integration
Our website may include social media features and widgets (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram). These features may collect your IP address and page information and may set cookies.
Email Marketing Services
If you subscribe to our newsletter, we may use email marketing services that collect and process your email address and engagement data.
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We Do Not Sell Personal Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.
When We May Share Information
We may share your information in the following circumstances:
Service Providers
With trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our website and provide services (hosting, analytics, email marketing).
Legal Requirements
When required by law or to protect our legal rights:
- Comply with legal processes
- Protect against fraud or security threats
- Protect the rights and safety of users
Business Transfers
In case of business sale, merger, or acquisition, user information may be transferred as part of business assets.
Data Security
Security Measures
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information:
- SSL encryption for data transmission
- Regular security updates and monitoring
- Limited access to personal information
- Secure hosting infrastructure
Data Breach Notification
In the event of a data breach, we will notify affected users and relevant authorities as required by applicable laws.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this privacy policy or as required by law:
- Newsletter subscriptions: Until you unsubscribe
- Comments: Indefinitely unless requested for deletion
- Analytics data: As per Google Analytics retention settings
- Contact form inquiries: Up to 2 years
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
Access and Portability
- Request a copy of your personal information
- Request data portability in a structured format
Correction and Updates
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Update your information
Deletion
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Right to be forgotten (where applicable)
Opt-Out Rights
- Unsubscribe from marketing emails
- Opt-out of cookies (through browser settings)
- Opt-out of personalized advertising
How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise these rights, contact us at: travelblogdubai@gmail.com
Children’s Privacy
Our website is not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.
International Data 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 international transfers as required by applicable privacy laws.
California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
- Right to know what personal information is collected
- Right to delete personal information
- Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
- Right to non-discrimination
European Privacy Rights (GDPR)
If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
- Lawful basis for processing your data
- Right to withdraw consent
- Right to lodge a complaint with supervisory authorities
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this privacy policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any material changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on our website
- Updating the “Last Updated” date
- Sending email notifications for significant changes (if you’ve subscribed)
Contact Information
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this privacy policy or your personal information, please contact us:
Email: travelblogdubai@gmail.com
Website: https://travelblogdubai.com/contact
Mailing Address:
Travel Blog Dubai
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Consent
By using our website, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this privacy policy.