At ArchiWorldTours.com, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled responsibly. This policy outlines what data we collect, how we use it, and what rights you have as a visitor to our website.
We comply with global privacy standards, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for users in the EU and applicable privacy laws in the U.S., U.K., Canada, and elsewhere.
Information We Collect
We aim to keep data collection to a minimum. You may browse the site freely without submitting personal information. However, when you interact with certain features, such as our comment section or analytics tools, some data may be collected automatically or voluntarily.
We may collect the following:
- Your name and email address (only when you leave a comment or reach out via a contact form)
- Your IP address, device type, browser info, and general location (for analytics or spam protection)
- Interaction data (e.g., which tours or articles you view, time on site, clicks, etc.)
We do not collect or request sensitive personal data such as payment details, ID documents, or health information.
How We Use Your Information
We use data collected on ArchiWorldTours.com to operate the site smoothly, improve the quality of our content, and ensure that visitor interactions are secure. This may include:
- Moderating and displaying comments appropriately
- Protecting the site from spam, bots, or malicious activity
- Analyzing page performance, tour interest, and geographic reach
- Enhancing user experience and refining tour-related content
We do not sell, lease, or rent your data to third parties. Any third-party tools we use are selected with privacy and compliance in mind.
Cookie Usage
This site uses cookies — small text files placed on your device — to remember preferences, support analytics, and track how users interact with our content. Some cookies are placed by third-party services we use, such as:
- Google Analytics or similar tools (for anonymous traffic insights)
- Spam protection plugins that help secure our comment forms
You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings. Declining cookies may affect the availability of certain features (e.g., remembering your details when commenting).
EU User Rights
If you are located in the European Union, European Economic Area (EEA), or United Kingdom, you have the legal right to:
- Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
- Ask for data correction or deletion
- Withdraw consent or restrict processing
- File a complaint with your national data protection authority
We aim to respond to data requests within 30 days.
Data Security & Retention
We take security seriously. The site is protected using HTTPS encryption, server-side security tools, and updated WordPress software. Any personal data submitted via comments or contact forms is stored securely and only retained as long as necessary for site functionality or legal compliance.
No online system is 100% secure, but we follow best practices to reduce risk.
Changes & Contact
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect legal changes or updates in how we operate. Updates will be posted here with a new effective date.