Effective Date:12/24/2024 

1. Introduction and Scope

This Privacy Policy outlines how Globtravels.com (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit and use our website, Globtravels.com (the “Site”). This policy applies solely to Globtravels.com and does not apply to any third-party websites that we link to, including but not limited to airlines, hotels, car rental services, booking platforms, or tour operators. We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policies of those third-party websites before providing them with your personal information.

By using Globtravels.com, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to the practices described in this policy. Please do not use our website if you disagree with any part of this Privacy Policy.

2. Information Collection

We collect information in the following ways:

2.1 Passive Data Collection

  • Cookies: Our website utilizes cookies (small text files stored on your device) to enhance website functionality, improve browsing experience, and improve website analytics. This includes first-party cookies (set by Globtravels) and potentially third-party cookies (set by external service providers, such as analytics platforms). You can control cookie usage through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may affect user experience.
  • IP Addresses: We collect your IP address, which may be used to determine your general location, for fraud prevention, and for diagnostic purposes.
  • Browser Type, Device Information, Operating System: We collect information about your browser type, device (e.g., computer, mobile), and operating system to optimize our website, troubleshoot technical issues, and improve the overall user experience.
  • Analytics: We use analytics tools like Google Analytics to collect anonymous data on how users interact with our website. These tools may use cookies and other technologies to collect information, which may be shared with the providers of those tools. Please refer to the privacy policies of our analytics providers for more details about their data collection practices.

2.2 Active Data Collection

  • Contact Forms: If you contact us through our contact forms, we collect the information you provide, such as your name, email address, and any other information you include in your message. We use this information to respond to your inquiries and provide you with the requested information.
  • Newsletter Signups: If you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address to send you updates, travel deals, and other relevant information. You can unsubscribe from our newsletter anytime by clicking on the “unsubscribe” link in every email.
  • Account Creation (If Applicable): If we offer account creation for affiliate tracking purposes, account creation is optional. When you create an account, we will collect necessary information, such as your email address, user name, and other user account-related data.
  • Data Collection from Affiliate Links: We provide links to third-party websites for bookings, tours, and activities. We do not directly collect personal information on those sites. However, these third-party websites have data collection policies; you should review them before providing personal information.

3. Use of Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

  • Website Functionality: To maintain, optimize, and improve the functionality of our website, ensuring it works effectively and efficiently for all users.
  • Personalization: Personalize your browsing experience by tailoring website content based on your preferences or past interactions (e.g. showing different search results).
  • Communication: To respond to your inquiries and provide information and support.
  • Analytics: To analyze website usage patterns, measure the effectiveness of our content, and improve user experience.
  • Marketing: If you opt-in to our newsletter or other marketing communication, we may use your contact information to send you travel-related updates, special offers, and promotional materials. You can opt out of these communications at any time.
  • Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes or to respond to valid requests by government authorities.

4. Data Sharing

We do NOT sell your data. However, we may share your data with the following:

  • Third-Party Service Providers: We may share data with third-party service providers who assist us with web hosting, analytics, marketing, customer support, and other website operations. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and only process it for our specified purposes.
  • Legal Compliance: We may share information if required by law, in response to a subpoena, court order, or other legal process, or if we have to investigate or defend ourselves against legal claims.
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, sale, or acquisition of all or a part of our business, we may transfer your information as part of the assets sold or transferred.

5. Data Protection and Security

  • Security Measures: We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These may include encryption, secure servers, and access controls. However, please be aware that no data transmission or storage method is entirely safe, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
  • Data Retention: We will retain your personal information only for as long as is necessary for the purposes set out in this privacy policy unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
  • Data Transfer: Your personal information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your country of residence. Where such transfers occur, we will ensure appropriate safeguards are in place following applicable data protection laws. All data is stored on a hosting facility in [Country of your operation or hosting].

6. User Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you.
  • Rectification: You have the right to ask us to correct any inaccuracies in your personal information.
  • Deletion/Erasure: You have the right to request the deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal limitations.
  • Restriction of Processing: You have the right to request the restriction of processing your data in certain situations.
  • Objection: You have the right to object to our processing of your personal information in certain circumstances.
  • Withdrawal of Consent: If we process your data based on your consent, you can withdraw your consent at any time.
  • Complaints: You have the right to contact us with any privacy concerns or to file a complaint with the relevant data protection authority if you believe your rights have been violated.

7. Children’s Privacy

Globtravels is not intended for use by children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we become aware that we have unintentionally collected personal data from a child under 16, we will take all reasonable steps to delete the information as soon as possible. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with their personal information, please get in touch with us immediately.

8. Third-Party Links

Globtravels.com contains links to third-party websites and services. Please be aware that we are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites. This privacy policy applies only to our website. When you click on a link to a third-party website, we strongly encourage you to read that website’s privacy policy.

9. Policy Updates

We may update this privacy policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. We will post the updated policy on this page with a new effective date. If significant changes are made, we may notify registered users directly, for example, via email or by prominent notice on our site. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about our privacy practices.

10. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this privacy policy, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us at:

[Your Business/Entity Name]
[Your Postal Address] (Optional, but should be provided if needed in your jurisdiction)
Email: [Your Privacy Email Address]