Effective Date: July 27, 2024
Last Updated: January 2026
Welcome to www.chelseaheidish.com (the “Site”), operated by Chelsea Heidish Travel Blog (“we,” “us,” or “our”). We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, where it is sent, and the choices you have regarding your information.
By using this Site, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
We may collect personal information you voluntarily provide, including but not limited to:
- Your name
- Email address
- Information you submit through contact forms, newsletter sign-ups, or blog comments
Usage & Technical Data
We automatically collect certain information when you visit the Site, such as:
- IP address
- Browser type and device information
- Operating system
- Referring pages
- Pages viewed and time spent on the Site
- Date and time of visits
Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Improve site functionality
- Understand how visitors interact with the Site
- Track performance and analytics
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain site features.
How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Operate and maintain the Site
- Improve content and user experience
- Analyze website performance and traffic
- Respond to inquiries or emails
- Send newsletters or updates (if you opt in)
Third-Party Services & Data Processing
Website Hosting
This Site is hosted by Hostinger. As part of providing hosting services, Hostinger may process technical data such as IP addresses and usage data. Hostinger acts as a data processor and complies with applicable data protection regulations, including GDPR.
Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use the Site. Google Analytics collects data such as:
- Pages visited
- Time spent on pages
- Device and browser information
- Approximate geographic location
Google may process this data on servers outside of your country, including the United States. Google Analytics uses cookies and similar technologies.
You can learn more about how Google handles data in Google’s Privacy Policy.
(If applicable: IP anonymization is enabled where supported.)
Affiliate Links & Advertising
Some pages on this Site contain affiliate links. This means we may earn a small commission if you make a purchase through those links, at no extra cost to you.
Affiliate partners and advertising networks may use cookies or tracking technologies to record referrals and activity. We do not control these third-party cookies.
Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal information.
We may share data only in the following circumstances:
- With trusted service providers (hosting, analytics, email delivery) who help operate the Site
- When required by law or legal process
- To protect our rights, safety, or property
Where Your Data Is Sent
- Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service.
- Analytics and technical data may be processed by third-party services (such as Google Analytics) on servers located outside your country of residence.
Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may 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 processing of your data
- Withdraw consent at any time (for email marketing or cookies)
California Residents (CCPA)
California residents have the right to request disclosure or deletion of personal information we collect. We do not sell personal data.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information below.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, you may contact us at:
Chelsea Heidish Travel Blog
📧 Email: chelsea@chelseaheidish.com
🌐 Website: www.chelseaheidish.com
Last Updated: January 11, 2026