TripSpots.eu

Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 13, 2026

1. Introduction

TripSpots ("we", "us", or "our") operates the website at tripspots.eu. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit our website. We are committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable Portuguese data protection laws.

2. Information We Collect

TripSpots is a free directory service. We do not require user accounts and collect minimal personal data.

2.1 Information You Provide

  • Contact messages: If you contact us via email, we receive and store the information you voluntarily provide (name, email address, message content).
  • Spot submissions: If you submit a camping spot, we may collect the information you include in that submission.

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

  • Analytics: We use privacy-friendly analytics to understand how visitors use our website. This may include anonymized page views, referral sources, device type, and approximate geographic location. We do not track individual users across sessions.
  • Server logs: Our web servers automatically record standard log information including IP addresses, browser type, and pages visited. These logs are retained for a limited period for security and performance purposes.

3. Cookies and Local Storage

We use minimal cookies and browser storage:

  • Essential cookies: For basic website functionality such as language preference.
  • Local storage: We use your browser's localStorage to save your favorite spots (stored as tripspots_favorites). This data stays on your device and is never transmitted to our servers.

We do not use advertising cookies or third-party tracking cookies.

4. How We Use Information

We use collected information to:

  • Provide and improve the TripSpots directory
  • Respond to your inquiries and messages
  • Analyze website usage patterns to improve user experience
  • Ensure website security and prevent abuse

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share anonymized, aggregated data for analytical purposes. We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our legal rights.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy. Server logs are retained for a maximum of 90 days. Contact messages are retained until the inquiry is resolved and for a reasonable period thereafter.

7. Your Rights Under GDPR

If you are in the European Economic Area, you have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your personal data
  • Object to or restrict the processing of your data
  • Data portability
  • Withdraw consent at any time
  • Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected].

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

9. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed at children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: [email protected]