Privacy Policy

Last updated: October 2025

Welcome to Stay Here, Do That (“we,” “our,” or “us”). Your privacy matters to us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your choices. By using this site, you agree to this policy.

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1) Information We Collect

• Non-personal data: standard log data (browser type, device, pages viewed, referring/exit pages, date/time). This helps us understand readership and improve the site.
• Voluntarily provided info: if you email us or submit details (e.g., to be featured), we receive your name, email, listing URL, and any message you include.
• Cookies & similar technologies: used for basic site functions, analytics, and advertising (if enabled).

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2) How We Use Information

• To operate, maintain, and improve the blog and user experience.
• To respond to inquiries, feature requests, or collaboration messages.
• To analyze aggregate traffic and content performance.
• To support advertising/monetization (e.g., Google AdSense) if/when enabled.

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3) Cookies

We use cookies to remember preferences and understand how visitors use this site. You can control cookies through your browser settings (block, delete, or limit). Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.

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4) Advertising (Google AdSense)

If we display ads, we may use Google AdSense. Google uses cookies to serve ads based on your visits to this and other sites. Google’s use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads to you. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Ads Settings and learn more at Google’s Advertising Policies.

AdSense may use third-party vendors and ad networks. You can opt out of some third-party cookies at the NAI consumer opt-out or YourAdChoices pages.

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5) Analytics

We may use analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to understand traffic and page performance. These tools collect non-identifying information via cookies. You can opt out of Google Analytics with the GA Opt-Out Add-on.

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6) Third-Party Links

Our articles link to third-party sites (businesses, attractions, booking platforms). We’re not responsible for their content or privacy practices. Please review their policies.

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7) Data Retention & Security

We retain contact emails/messages as long as needed to provide services or comply with legal obligations. We use reasonable safeguards to protect information, but no system is 100% secure.

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8) Children’s Privacy

This site is not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

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9) Your Choices

• Browser controls to block/delete cookies.
• Ad personalization controls via Google Ads Settings.
• Unsubscribe or request deletion of your emails by contacting us.

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10) Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date reflects the current version. Continued use of the site means you accept any changes.

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11) Contact Us

Questions about privacy or data requests? Email us at stayheredothat@gmail.com.