Effective Date: 08/05/2025

Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

1. Information We Collect

We collect:

• Email addresses for free and paid newsletter subscriptions.

• Billing information (name, address, payment method) for paid memberships.

• Optional user information such as travel preferences for personalized recommendations.

We do not sell personal data to third parties.

2. How We Use Your Information

Your information is used to:

• Deliver free and paid newsletters.

• Process subscription payments.

• Provide customer support and updates.

• Improve and personalize our content.

3. Third‑Party Services

We may use trusted third parties for:

• Payment processing (e.g., Stripe)

• Email delivery (e.g., Substack or Mailchimp)

• Website analytics (e.g., Google Analytics)

These providers have their own privacy policies and comply with data protection standards.

4. Data Protection

• We take reasonable measures to protect your data against unauthorized access or disclosure.

• Users may unsubscribe at any time to stop receiving communications.

5. Cookies & Tracking

We may use cookies to:

• Track site usage and engagement

• Improve user experience

• Provide relevant content and promotions

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Request a copy of your data

• Request deletion of your data

• Update your subscription preferences

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on our website and newsletter.

Contact Us:
For privacy questions, contact Melanistatravel@gmail.com