Effective and Updated: November 29nd, 2025

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This Privacy Policy explains how TripMaks (“we,” “us,” “our,” or “Author”) collects, uses, discloses, and protects your information when you visit or interact with our website (the “Site”).
By using the Site, you agree to the terms described in this Privacy Policy.
If you do not agree, please discontinue using the Site.

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1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

1.1. Information You Voluntarily Provide

This includes:
– Name or nickname (if submitted)
– Email address (e.g., when contacting us or joining a newsletter)
– Any content you submit (messages, comments, attachments)

1.2. Automatically Collected Information

When you use the Site, certain information may be automatically collected, such as:
– IP address
– Browser type and version
– Device type
– Operating system
– Language settings
– Pages viewed
– Time spent on the Site
– Referring URLs

This data is collected using standard technologies like cookies, analytics tools, and server logs.

1.3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies to:
– Improve website performance
– Understand user behavior
– Personalize content
– Conduct analytics (e.g., via Google Analytics, if enabled)

You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features of the Site may not function properly as a result.

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2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected data for purposes including:

– Improving website performance and user experience
– Responding to inquiries
– Sending newsletters (only if you subscribe)
– Analyzing trends and traffic
– Maintaining website security
– Operating affiliate programs and tracking clicks
– Complying with legal obligations

We do not sell or rent your personal data.

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3. Affiliate Links & Third-Party Services

3.1. Affiliate Programs

The Site may contain affiliate or referral links.
If you click such a link, third-party partners may collect tracking data (such as cookies or click IDs) to confirm referrals and assign commissions.
We do not control the data collected by third-party affiliate programs.

3.2. Third-Party Tools Used on the Site

We may integrate third-party services such as:
– Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
– Email marketing tools (e.g., MailerLite, Mailchimp, or similar)
– Social media widgets
– Advertising or affiliate networks

These third parties may set their own cookies and collect data according to their own Privacy Policies.
We are not responsible for how third parties process your information.

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4. How We Share Your Information

We may share information only in the following cases:

– With service providers who help operate the Site (analytics, newsletters, hosting)
– With affiliate networks solely for referral tracking
– When required by law, regulation, or legal process
– To protect our rights, prevent fraud, or ensure site security
– With your explicit consent

We do not sell personal data to advertisers or other commercial entities.

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5. Data Storage & Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration.
However, no method of transmission or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your information may be stored using third-party services (e.g., email systems, hosting providers, analytics tools), which maintain their own security standards.

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6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

– Access the personal data we hold about you
– Request corrections
– Request deletion
– Opt out of newsletters or marketing emails
– Disable cookies
– Request limited processing
– Withdraw consent (if processing is based on consent)

To exercise any rights, contact us directly at maks@tripmaks.com.

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7. Email Communications

If you subscribe to our newsletter:
– We will only send you emails you explicitly signed up for
– You may unsubscribe anytime via the link in the email
– Your email is stored securely with our email provider

We do not send spam or share email lists with third parties.

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8. Links to External Websites

The Site may contain links to third-party websites.
We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of external sites.
We encourage you to review their Privacy Policies before providing personal information.

 

9. Children’s Privacy

The Site is not intended for children under 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
If you believe a child has provided data to us, please contact us immediately so we can remove it.

 

10. International Data Transfers

Because the Author is a private individual without a fixed business address, and the Site may be accessed globally, your information may be processed in different countries.
By using the Site, you consent to such processing in accordance with applicable international standards.

 

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time without prior notice.
The updated version will be posted on this page with a new “Effective Date.”
Continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

 

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, you may contact us at:

Email: maks@tripmaks.com