Privacy Policy – Chronicle oddities

Welcome to Chronicle Oddities! Your privacy is of utmost importance to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit and use our website, https://www.chronicleoddities.com (the “Website”). By accessing or using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information from you:

Personal Information: This includes your name, email address, phone number, and other information that you provide when you book services such as flights, hotels, cars, trains, tours, or when you subscribe to our newsletter.
Payment Information: If you make a purchase or booking through our website, we may collect your credit card or payment details. However, payment information is handled by secure third-party payment processors, and we do not store this information directly.
Technical Information: We may collect information about your device, browser type, IP address, and browsing behavior on our website to improve user experience and for analytical purposes.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, remember your preferences, and analyze site traffic. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

2. How We Use Your Information

Your information is used for the following purposes:

To Provide Services: We use your information to process bookings for flights, hotels, cars, trains, and tours, and to provide customer support.
To Personalize Your Experience: We use your data to tailor content, recommendations, and offers to suit your interests.
To Improve Our Services: We analyze usage data to improve our website’s functionality, user interface, and overall experience.
To Communicate with You: We use your email address to send you updates, newsletters, promotional offers, and respond to your inquiries.
For Legal Compliance: We may use your information to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

3. Sharing Your Information

We may share your information with third parties in the following situations:

Service Providers: We share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, processing payments, and delivering services.
Affiliate Partners: We partner with companies like Travel Guide, Booking.com, Amazon.com, and Printify to offer you additional services. When you interact with these partners through our website, your information may be shared with them.
Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information to comply with legal obligations or respond to lawful requests from public authorities.
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction.

4. Affiliate Links and Sponsored Content

Chronicle Oddities participate in affiliate marketing programs with various partners, including Booking, Amazon, and Printify, which means we may earn a commission when you make a purchase or booking through links on our website. Sponsored content and affiliate links are clearly marked, and we encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third parties before providing your personal information.

5. Data Retention and Security

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy unless a longer retention period is required by law. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights and Choices

As a user, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access and Correction: You have the right to access the personal information we hold about you and request corrections if it is inaccurate or incomplete.
Deletion: You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions.
Objection and Restriction: You have the right to object to the processing of your personal information or request restrictions on its processing.
Data Portability: You can request a copy of your personal information in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
Withdraw Consent: If we rely on your consent to process your personal information, you have the right to withdraw that consent at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at service@chronicleoddities.com. We will respond to your request in accordance with applicable privacy laws, including GDPR and CPRA.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our Website is not intended for children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will take steps to delete it as soon as possible. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

8. International Data Transfers

As a global service provider, Chronicle Oddities may transfer your personal information to countries outside of the European Economic Area (EEA). We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable laws. By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries outside your country of residence.

9. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the effective date at the top of the page. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your privacy.

10. Third-Marty Links

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites, including those of our affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. We recommend that you review the privacy policies of these websites before providing any personal information.

11. Advertising and Analytics

We may partner with third-party advertising networks and analytics providers to display ads on our website and analyze user behavior. These partners may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your interactions with our website and other websites. This information is used to deliver targeted advertisements and measure the effectiveness of our marketing efforts. You can opt-out of interest-based advertising by adjusting your cookie preferences or using opt-out tools provided by the advertising networks.

12. Compliance with GDPR and CPRA

We committed to complying with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA). As a user, you have specific rights under these regulations, and we take appropriate steps to ensure that your data is handled in compliance with these laws.

GDPR Compliance: If you are a resident of the European Union, we process your personal information in accordance with GDPR. You have the right to access, rectify, delete, and restrict the processing of your personal data. You also have the right to data portability and to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.
CPRA Compliance: If you are a resident of California, we process your personal information under CPRA. You have the right to know what personal information we collect, to request deletion of your personal information, and to opt-out of the sale of your personal information.