Privacy Policy

Who We Are

Our website address is: https://hollitudeholidaytravel.com. For any inquiries regarding this privacy policy, you can contact us at holly@hollitudeholidaytravel.com or 262-470-3932.

What Data We Collect

We collect the following types of data:

1. Comments: When visitors leave comments on the site, we collect the data entered into the comments form, as well as the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help detect and prevent spam.
2. Media Uploads: If you upload images to the website, avoid including embedded location data (EXIF GPS), as visitors may extract this data.
3. Cookies: We use cookies to enhance your experience:
   • Comments cookies: To remember your details for future comments.
   • Login cookies: To manage session preferences and login persistence.
   • Screen preference cookies: To save display preferences.

How We Use Your Data

Your data is used for the following purposes:

• To process and display comments.
• To detect and prevent spam or other malicious activity.
• To enhance your user experience through cookies and login preferences.
• To fulfill user requests, such as password resets or account management.
• To monitor website activity and maintain site security.

Cookies

Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us provide functionality and improve the user experience.

• Duration: Cookies for comments last one year. Login cookies expire after two days (or two weeks with “Remember Me” selected). Screen option cookies last for one year.
• You can control cookie settings in your browser. Note that disabling cookies may impact your site experience.

For more details about our use of cookies, visit our Cookie Policy.

Embedded Content from Third Parties

Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g., videos, images, or articles). Embedded content behaves as if you have visited the third-party website directly. These third-party websites may:

• Collect data about you.
• Use cookies.
• Track your interaction with the embedded content, especially if you have an account and are logged in to that website.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites. Please review their privacy policies for details.

Who We Share Your Data With

We do not share your data with third parties except in the following cases:

1. Password Resets: Your IP address is included in password reset emails.
2. Spam Detection: Visitor comments are checked through automated spam detection services.
3. Third-Party Services: Data may be shared with service providers necessary for site functionality, such as analytics or hosting providers.

Data Retention

• Comments: Comments and their metadata are stored indefinitely to allow for automatic approval of follow-up comments.
• Registered Users: If you create an account, your data is stored in your user profile. You can view, edit, or delete your information at any time, except for your username. Website administrators can also access and edit user profiles.

Your Data Rights

If you have an account or have left comments on this site, you can:

• Request a copy of the data we hold about you.
• Request the deletion of any personal data we hold, except for data retained for administrative, legal, or security purposes.

To exercise these rights, contact us at holly@hollitudeholidaytravel.com.

How We Protect Your Data

We implement technical and organizational measures to safeguard your data, including:

• Data encryption.
• Secure hosting services.
• Regular security assessments.

However, no system can guarantee complete security, and we encourage users to take precautions, such as using strong passwords.

Where Your Data Is Sent

• Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service.
• Data may be processed outside your country of residence by third-party providers (e.g., hosting services), in compliance with applicable privacy laws.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review it periodically.