Effective Date: [03/05/2025]

At AfricaTravelor, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your data in compliance with major privacy laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and others.

1. Introduction & Scope

This Privacy Policy applies to AfricaTravelor and governs how we handle personal data collected through our website. By using our site, you consent to the practices described herein.

2. Information We Collect

Directly Provided Information

We collect personal information you provide directly, such as:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Payment details (e.g., credit card information for bookings)

Automatically Collected Information

We also collect information automatically when you visit our site, including:

  • Cookies and tracking technologies (e.g., Google Analytics)
  • IP address
  • Device information (e.g., browser type, operating system)
  • Location data (if enabled on your device)
  • Usage data (e.g., pages visited, time spent on site)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and personalize our services
  • Process payments and bookings
  • Communicate with you about your travel plans
  • Improve our website and services
  • Comply with legal obligations

4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. These include:

  • Necessary cookies: Essential for website functionality
  • Performance cookies: Help us analyze site usage
  • Functionality cookies: Remember your preferences
  • Advertising cookies: Used for targeted advertising

You can manage or opt out of cookies through your browser settings. For more information, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

5. Third-Party Sharing

We may share your information with trusted third parties, such as:

  • Booking platforms (e.g., Expedia, Booking.com)
  • Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
  • Advertising partners (e.g., Google AdSense)

These third parties are obligated to protect your data and use it only for the purposes for which it was shared.

6. User Rights & Choices

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal data, including:

  • Access: Request a copy of your data
  • Correction: Update inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Deletion: Request the deletion of your data
  • Restriction of processing: Limit how we use your data
  • Data portability: Obtain your data in a structured format
  • Opt-out of marketing: Unsubscribe from promotional communications

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, including legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.

8. Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data, including:

  • Encryption: Secure transmission of data
  • Access controls: Restrict access to authorized personnel
  • Regular audits: Monitor and assess data security

9. International Transfers

If you are located outside the United States, please note that your data may be transferred to and processed in the United States. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data during such transfers.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will take steps to delete it.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a new effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]