Effective Date: 12/15/2024
Welcome to The Infrequent Flier! Protecting your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share information when you visit our website, www.theinfrequentflier.com, and outlines your rights regarding your personal information.
1. Information We Collect
a) Personal Information You Provide
We may collect personal information you voluntarily provide, such as:
- Your name and email address when you subscribe to our newsletter, leave a comment, or contact us.
b) Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage, including:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Referring/exit pages
- Device type
- Date and time of your visit
- Pages you view and time spent on the site
c) Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, analyze traffic, and personalize content. Cookies help us:
- Deliver targeted advertisements via Google AdSense.
- Track affiliate link referrals and earnings.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To operate and maintain our website.
- To respond to your inquiries or comments.
- To send newsletters or promotional emails, if you’ve subscribed.
- To provide personalized advertisements through Google AdSense.
- To track affiliate commissions and improve our monetization strategies.
- To analyze website traffic and user behavior for improving content and usability.
3. Third-Party Services and Data Sharing
a) Google AdSense
Google AdSense uses cookies to deliver targeted ads based on your interests. Learn more about how Google uses your information here.
b) Affiliate Marketing
We participate in affiliate marketing programs, which means we may earn commissions if you purchase products or services through our affiliate links. When you click on an affiliate link, cookies may be set to track your purchase activity.
c) Analytics Tools
We use analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to gather data on how visitors use our website. This information is anonymized and used to enhance site functionality.
d) Data Transfers
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), your personal information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the EEA. We rely on standard contractual clauses and other safeguards to ensure your data is protected.
4. Cookie Policy
Cookies are small data files stored on your device. We use cookies to:
- Remember your preferences.
- Deliver relevant advertisements through Google AdSense.
- Track affiliate link referrals.
Cookie Consent: When you visit our site, you will see a cookie banner asking for your consent to use cookies. You can accept, reject, or manage your preferences at any time.
You can also manage or disable cookies in your browser settings, though this may affect the functionality of our website.
5. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
6. Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Links to Third-Party Websites
Our website contains links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. Please review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can delete it.
9. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.