1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how WestHike manages personal data provided by visitors when using the site or submitting information through the contact form. The content is presented in a neutral and clear style, focusing only on factual explanations. The purpose is to ensure that visitors understand what data may be collected, how it is used, and how it is protected.
2. Data We Collect
We may collect limited categories of information:
⛰️ Identification data: name or contact details submitted through the form.
⛰️ Communication data: email content, itinerary details such as planned dates, regions, or general route preferences.
⛰️ Technical data: standard log information (IP address, browser type, general usage statistics) that helps maintain site performance and security.
We do not request sensitive personal information and kindly ask users not to include such data in messages.
3. Purpose of Processing
Data is processed for the following reasons:
⛰️ Responding to inquiries submitted through the contact form.
⛰️ Maintaining site stability, performance, and security.
⛰️Reviewing visitor feedback to improve the clarity of site content.
We do not use personal data for marketing purposes, profiling, or promotional targeting.
4. Retention of Data
Personal data is kept only for as long as necessary to respond to your inquiry or support technical operations. Once information is no longer needed, it is deleted or anonymized. Retention periods are reviewed regularly to avoid unnecessary storage.
5. Data Sharing
We do not sell or trade personal data. Limited sharing may occur with service providers that support hosting, security, or communication, but only to the extent required for technical operation. Such providers are required to safeguard information appropriately.
6. Your Choices and Controls
You have the ability to:
⛰️ Request access to the data you provided.
⛰️ Ask for corrections if details are inaccurate.
⛰️ Request deletion when data is no longer necessary.
⛰️ Request a portable copy of the information you submitted.
These options help you manage your information in a clear and transparent way.
7. Security Measures
Reasonable technical and organizational measures are applied to protect personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, or loss. Access to data is restricted to authorized persons who require it for site operation. Visitors are encouraged not to include sensitive details in free-text fields, as the site is designed for general inquiries.
8. Children’s Data
The site is intended for a general audience. We do not knowingly collect data from individuals under the age that requires parental consent under applicable law. If such data is submitted unintentionally, it will be removed after discovery.
9. Updates to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated to reflect operational or legal changes. The “Last updated” date will show the latest version. Substantive changes will be explained in a clear manner to maintain transparency.
10. Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, you may contact us at:
WestHike
⛰️ Address: Plus Code 7344+6V, Incline Village, Nevada, USA
⛰️ Phone: +1 775 832 5454
⛰️ Email: [email protected]
