Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how Travelogue.im ("we", "us", or "our") handles information when you use our website and services ("Service"). By using the Service, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Account Information: Google account details when you sign in
• Profile Information: Name, profile picture, and other details you choose to provide
• Trip Data: Destinations, dates, itineraries, expenses, packing lists, documents, and related content
• Social Content: Posts, comments, stories, and interactions with other users
• Communications: Messages you send to us

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, and actions taken
• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system
• Cookies: Session and preference data (see Cookie section below)

3. How We Use Information

We use collected information to:

• Provide and maintain the Service
• Manage your account and preferences
• Enable trip planning and social features
• Respond to your inquiries
• Improve the Service
• Detect and prevent misuse

4. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information:

• With Your Consent: When you choose to share content publicly or with other users
• Service Providers: Third-party services that help operate the Service (e.g., hosting, authentication)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect rights and safety
• Business Transfers: In connection with any merger, sale, or transfer of assets

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to help protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

We recommend that you exercise caution when deciding what information to share online and maintain your own backups of important data.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Service. We may also retain information as required by law or for legitimate purposes. Upon account deletion, we will make reasonable efforts to delete your data, but:

• Some data may persist in backups for a limited period
• Anonymized or aggregated data may be retained indefinitely
• We cannot guarantee complete deletion from all systems

7. Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies for:

• Authentication and session management
• Remembering your preferences
• Understanding how you use the Service

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect Service functionality.

8. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your information:

• Access: Request a copy of your data
• Correction: Update inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
• Export: Download your data in a portable format

To exercise these rights, contact us at hello@travelogue.im. We will make reasonable efforts to accommodate your requests, but cannot guarantee complete fulfillment in all cases.

9. Third-Party Services

The Service uses third-party services including:

• Google Sign-In for authentication
• Firebase/Google Cloud for data storage
• Other service providers for various functionality

These third parties have their own privacy policies. We are not responsible for their practices and encourage you to review their policies.

10. Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with information, please contact us immediately.

11. International Users

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. By using the Service, you consent to such transfers.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy at any time without prior notice. Changes are effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

13. Disclaimer of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE DISCLAIM ALL LIABILITY FOR ANY UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS TO, USE OF, OR DISCLOSURE OF YOUR INFORMATION. WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGES, LOSSES, OR HARM RESULTING FROM DATA BREACHES, SECURITY INCIDENTS, OR ANY OTHER PRIVACY-RELATED ISSUES.

14. Contact Us

For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact us at hello@travelogue.im.