Privacy Policy
Last updated: March 1, 2026
Pacific Northwest Travel Guide ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:
- Fill out our contact or newsletter sign-up forms (e.g., name, email address)
- Provide feedback or send us inquiries
- Interact with our website
We also automatically collect certain technical information, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and pages visited. This data is collected through cookies and similar technologies for analytics and site improvement purposes.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Deliver the free visitor guide and travel resources you requested
- Send periodic emails with travel tips and updates (only if you opt in)
- Improve our website content and user experience
- Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
- Comply with legal obligations
3. Information Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
- With service providers who assist us in operating our website (e.g., email delivery services), subject to confidentiality agreements
- When required by law, regulation, or legal process
- To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property
4. Cookies and Tracking
Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze site traffic. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain features of the website.
5. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Access, correct, or delete your personal information
- Withdraw consent for data processing
- Object to or restrict certain data processing activities
- Request data portability
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information below.
7. Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.
9. Children's Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware of such collection, we will promptly delete the information.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Pacific Northwest Travel Guide
Email: privacy@pnwtravelguide.com