OnHike.com (“we,” “our,” “us”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit and interact with our website, OnHike.com (the “Site”). By using our Site, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
a. Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you provide to us directly, such as:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, and other details you provide when you fill out our contact form or subscribe to our newsletter.
- Account Information: If you create an account or comment on our blog, we may collect your username, profile picture, and any other details you choose to share.
b. Non-Personal Information
We also collect non-personal information automatically when you visit our Site, including:
- Log Data: Your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and pages you visit on our Site.
- Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our Site, such as time spent on pages and click patterns.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze site traffic, and serve targeted advertisements.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:
- To Provide and Improve Our Services: To enhance your experience on our Site, respond to your inquiries, and provide you with relevant content.
- To Communicate with You: To send newsletters, updates, and promotional materials, if you have opted to receive them.
- To Analyze and Understand Usage: To track and analyze website traffic and usage patterns to improve our Site’s functionality and content.
- To Protect and Maintain Security: To prevent fraudulent activities and ensure the security of our Site.
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information with:
- Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist us with site functionality, analytics, and marketing. These providers are obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.
- Legal Requirements: If required by law, regulation, or legal process, or to protect our rights and the safety of our users.
4. Your Choices and Rights
a. Access and Update
You may access and update your personal information by contacting us directly. If you wish to unsubscribe from our newsletters or promotional communications, you can follow the unsubscribe instructions provided in those emails.
b. Cookies and Tracking
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our Site.
c. Data Protection Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, such as the right to access, correct, or delete your data. To exercise these rights, please contact us.
5. Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. However, no security system is impenetrable, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.
6. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
7. Changes 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 Site with a revised effective date.