Effective date: [01 30, 2026]
Last updated: [01 30, 2026]
This Privacy Policy explains how Tripcoholic (“we,” “us,” “our”) collects, uses, discloses, and protects personal information when you visit tripcoholic.com (the “Website”).
If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not use the Website.
1) Who We Are (Data Controller)
Tripcoholic is the controller of personal information processed through the Website, unless otherwise stated.
Contact:
Email: [privacy@tripcoholic.com]
Address (optional): Serdar TAŞ – Marmaris
We may collect the following categories of information:
A) Information you provide to us
Contact details (such as name and email) when you contact us, subscribe to a newsletter, submit a form, or leave a comment.
User-generated content (such as comments, messages, or other content you submit).
Any information you choose to include in communications with us.
B) Information collected automatically
When you use the Website, we may automatically collect:
Device and usage data (IP address, browser type, operating system, pages viewed, time spent, referring URLs, clicks, and approximate location derived from IP).
Cookie and similar technology data (see the Cookies section).
C) Information from third parties
We may receive information from third-party services (for example, analytics and advertising partners) as described in this Privacy Policy.
3) How We Use Your Information
We use personal information to:
Provide and operate the Website and its features
Respond to inquiries and provide support
Send newsletters or updates if you opt in (you can unsubscribe anytime)
Moderate comments and prevent spam or abuse
Analyze Website performance and user behavior to improve content and usability
Maintain security, prevent fraud, and enforce our terms
Comply with legal obligations
4) Legal Bases for Processing (EEA/UK)
If you are in the European Economic Area or the United Kingdom, our legal bases may include:
Consent (for example, newsletter subscriptions or certain cookies)
Legitimate interests (for example, improving the Website, security, analytics, and content optimization)
Contractual necessity (when you request a service or interaction)
Legal obligation (when we must comply with law)
5) Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies (such as pixels and local storage) to:
Remember preferences
Understand traffic and usage patterns
Measure the effectiveness of content and campaigns
Support advertising or affiliate tracking (if enabled)
Managing cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings and, where available, our cookie banner or consent tool. If you block cookies, some Website features may not work properly.
6) Analytics, Advertising, and Affiliate Links
Analytics
We may use analytics services (such as Google Analytics or similar tools) to understand how visitors use the Website. These tools may collect information like IP address, device identifiers, and browsing activity.
Advertising
If we use advertising services, those partners may use cookies or similar technologies to deliver and measure ads.
Affiliate links
Some pages may include affiliate links. If you click an affiliate link and make a purchase, we may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Affiliate partners may use tracking technologies to attribute purchases.
7) How We Share Information
We may share information:
With service providers who help operate the Website (hosting, email delivery, analytics, security, spam prevention)
With advertising or affiliate partners (only as needed for tracking and measurement, and subject to your cookie choices where required)
For legal reasons if required by law, regulation, subpoena, or to protect rights, safety, and security
In business transfers (if we are involved in a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or asset sale)
We do not sell your personal information in the ordinary sense of “selling” for money. If you are a resident of a jurisdiction where “sale” is defined broadly (for example, some US states), you may have additional rights described below.
8) International Data Transfers
Your information may be processed outside your country, including in countries that may have different data protection laws. Where required, we use safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses or other lawful transfer mechanisms.
9) Data Retention
We keep personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, including:
To provide the Website and requested services
To comply with legal, accounting, or reporting requirements
To resolve disputes and enforce agreements
Retention periods vary depending on the type of data and purpose.
10) Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect personal information. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
11) Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have rights such as:
Access to your personal information
Correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
Deletion of your information
Objection to or restriction of certain processing
Data portability
Withdrawal of consent (where processing is based on consent)
Lodging a complaint with a data protection authority
To exercise your rights, contact us at [privacy@tripcoholic.com]. We may need to verify your identity before responding.
Email marketing
If you receive marketing emails, you can unsubscribe using the link in the email or by contacting us.
12) Children’s Privacy
The Website is not intended for children under 13 (or a higher age if required by local law). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided personal information, contact us and we will take appropriate steps to delete it.
13) Third-Party Links
The Website may contain links to third-party websites (including booking platforms, travel providers, and social media). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties. Please review their policies before providing information.
14) Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted on this page with a new “Last updated” date. Your continued use of the Website after changes means you accept the updated policy.
15) Contact Us
If you have questions or requests about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, contact:
Tripcoholic Privacy
Email: [privacy@tripcoholic.com]
Address (optional):Serdar TAŞ – Marmaris
