Privacy Policy
A legal disclaimer
Effective Date: March 2024
At Gallivanters.com, we value your trust and are committed to safeguarding your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, share, and protect your data when you access or use our website and services.
1. Information We Collect
We collect various types of information to enhance your experience on our platform. This includes:
a. Personal Information:
Information you provide directly, such as:
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Name
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Email address
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Phone number
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Payment details (e.g., credit card information, billing address)
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Travel preferences and plans
b. Non-Personal Information:
Automatically collected data, such as:
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IP address
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Browser type and version
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Device information
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Geographic location (via IP-based geolocation)
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Browsing behavior on our website
c. Third-Party Information:
If you connect your account with third-party platforms (e.g., social media), we may collect information from those services as permitted by their terms.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
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Service Delivery: To process bookings, payments, and confirmations.
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Personalization: To tailor recommendations and offers based on your preferences.
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Communication: To send you updates, newsletters, and promotional materials.
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Customer Support: To assist with inquiries, complaints, and technical issues.
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Analytics: To analyze website usage and improve our services.
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Legal Compliance: To comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. However, we may share it in the following scenarios:
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With Service Providers: To process payments, manage bookings, and provide customer support.
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With Travel Partners: To facilitate reservations with airlines, hotels, tour operators, and other travel-related entities.
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With Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights, property, or safety.
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With Marketing Partners: For delivering targeted advertisements or promotions, subject to your consent.
4. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights under applicable data protection laws, including:
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Access and Correction: The right to access and update your personal data.
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Erasure: The right to request deletion of your personal data.
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Data Portability: The right to request your data in a portable format.
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Consent Withdrawal: The right to withdraw consent for specific data uses.
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Opt-Out: The right to opt out of marketing communications.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at connect@gallivanters.com
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience. This includes:
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Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality.
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Performance Cookies: To track site usage and improve performance.
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Targeting Cookies: For personalized ads and recommendations.
You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
6. Data Security
We implement industry-standard measures to protect your data, including:
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Encryption of sensitive information.
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Secure data storage.
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Regular security audits.
However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute data security.
7. Data Retention
We retain your data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe a child has provided us with their data, please contact us.
9. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices, and we encourage you to review their policies before sharing personal information.
10. Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. Significant changes will be communicated via email or a notice on our website.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
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Email: connect@gallivanters.com
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Address: IP Building, 2nd Floor, Laitumkhrah Main Road,
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Adjacent to Hotel Yalana, Shillong - 793003 Meghalaya
Thank you for trusting Gallivanters.com with your travel needs. Your privacy is our priority.