Privacy Policy

1. Controller

The controller responsible for the processing of personal data on this website is:

2. What Data We Collect

We collect and process the following categories of personal data:

• Usage data: pages visited, time spent, interactions with the app, search queries
• Device data: device type, operating system, browser type, IP address
• Location data: approximate location (if you grant permission) to show nearby places
• Preference data: your saved places, liked categories, and personalisation signals
• Account data: email address and display name if you create an account
• Communication data: messages you send us via email or contact forms

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Art. 6)

• Contract performance (Art. 6(1)(b)): to provide the LocalTripFinder service
• Legitimate interests (Art. 6(1)(f)): to improve our service, prevent fraud, and ensure security
• Consent (Art. 6(1)(a)): for analytics cookies and marketing communications — you may withdraw consent at any time
• Legal obligation (Art. 6(1)(c)): where required by applicable law

4. How We Use Your Data

• To provide and personalise the LocalTripFinder experience
• To remember your preferences and improve recommendations
• To analyse usage patterns and improve the app
• To respond to your enquiries and support requests
• To send service-related notifications (with your consent for marketing)
• To comply with legal obligations

5. Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies. Essential cookies are required for the service to function. Analytics and preference cookies are only set with your explicit consent. Please see our Cookie Policy for full details.

6. Data Sharing & Third Parties

We do not sell your personal data. We may share data with:

• Service providers: hosting, analytics, and infrastructure partners who process data on our behalf under data processing agreements
• Legal authorities: when required by law or to protect our legal rights

All third-party processors are contractually bound to handle your data in accordance with GDPR.

7. International Transfers

Where data is transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Commission.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this policy, or as required by law. Account data is deleted within 30 days of account deletion. Analytics data is retained in anonymised form.

9. Your Rights (GDPR)

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you (Art. 15)
• Rectification of inaccurate data (Art. 16)
• Erasure ("right to be forgotten") (Art. 17)
• Restriction of processing (Art. 18)
• Data portability (Art. 20)
• Object to processing based on legitimate interests (Art. 21)
• Withdraw consent at any time without affecting prior processing
• Lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at: privacy@localtripfinder.com

10. Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, loss, or disclosure. All data in transit is encrypted using TLS.

11. Children's Privacy

LocalTripFinder is not directed at children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on our website or via email. The "last updated" date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision.

13. Contact

For any privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights, please contact:
privacy@localtripfinder.com