1. Introduction
Stratos Compass is an independent informational travel publication. The website provides destination information, editorial articles, travel inspiration, and planning resources. We are committed to protecting your privacy and outlining clearly how data is handled.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following information when you use our website:
- Name and email address when voluntarily submitted through contact forms.
- Messages submitted through contact forms.
- Website usage information, browser information, and device information.
- Anonymous analytics data to help us improve our content.
3. Information We Do NOT Collect
Stratos Compass does not collect sensitive data. We do not collect:
- Passport information or government identification.
- Banking information, payment details, or financial account information.
- Hotel reservation information or travel documents.
4. How Information Is Used
Any information collected may be used for the following purposes:
- Responding to enquiries sent via our contact forms.
- Improving the website experience and analysing website performance.
- Improving our editorial content based on aggregate reader interests.
- Maintaining the security of our platform.
5. Cookies and Tracking
Cookies may be used for essential website functionality, performance measurement, analytics preferences, and improving user experience. Users have the choice to:
- Accept all cookies.
- Reject non-essential cookies.
- Manage preferences via our cookie banner and settings.
6. Third-Party Services
The website may use third-party services such as analytics providers, website hosting providers, and security services. These providers may process limited technical information according to their own privacy policies.
7. Data Security
Reasonable safeguards are used to protect information. However, no internet transmission method can guarantee absolute security. We strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your data.
8. Data Retention
Information is kept only as long as necessary for communication purposes, legal requirements, and website administration. Once it is no longer needed, it is securely deleted.
9. User Rights
Users have rights regarding their data, including requesting access to personal information, requesting corrections, requesting deletion where applicable, and withdrawing communication preferences.
10. Children's Privacy
The website is not designed to knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of majority in their jurisdiction.
11. International Visitors
Visitors from different regions may access the website and information may be processed according to applicable Canadian laws and other relevant international frameworks.
12. Policy Updates
The Privacy Policy may change periodically. Visitors should review this page for updates to stay informed on how we protect data.
13. Contact Information
If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please use our contact form to reach the administrative team.