Privacy Policy

At a glance

We collect the minimum data needed to run WanderGuide: basic server logs and privacy-aware analytics via Google Analytics (Consent Mode v2).
Analytics cookies are set only if you consent. Without consent, we receive cookieless pings for aggregated measurement only.
We do not run ads, retargeting, or ad personalization, and we don't sell personal data.
WanderGuide does not require an account, login, or payment to browse.
Embedded videos may process your IP and browser details when played.
Contact us any time at support@wanderguide.co with questions.

Information we collect

1) Server logs

When you visit WanderGuide, our servers automatically record standard request information: IP address, user agent, referrer, requested URLs, and timestamps. We use this only for security, debugging, and measuring service reliability.

2) Analytics (Google Analytics)

We use Google Analytics to understand aggregate usage. We’ve enabled Google Consent Mode v2:

If you accept analytics cookies, Google Analytics sets cookies to measure returning visitors and session activity.
If you reject, Google receives only cookieless measurement pings, with no persistent identifiers.
We do not enable ad personalization or Google Signals.

Learn more at policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites.

Cookies

WanderGuide does not set non-essential first-party cookies. Analytics cookies are only set after you consent in our banner. If you decline, Google Analytics runs in cookieless mode. Embedded videos may set their own cookies when played. You can control cookies through your browser settings.

Third-party services we use

Video embeds

We embed publicly available travel videos. When you play an embedded video, the hosting platform (e.g. YouTube) may collect viewing activity, device information, and set cookies. See Google's Privacy Policy for details.

Analytics

We use Google Analytics as described above to measure aggregate site usage.

How we use your information

To operate, maintain, and improve WanderGuide.
To protect the security and integrity of the service.
To respond to your messages and provide support.
To analyze aggregate usage and performance.

Data retention

Server logs: retained only as long as needed for security and reliability (typically 30–90 days).
Analytics: Google Analytics event data retained for 14 months. Aggregated reports may be retained longer without personal identifiers.

We do not sell personal data. We share information only with service providers acting as our processors (e.g., hosting, analytics), and only as necessary to provide the service, under appropriate data protection terms.

Visitors in the EU/EEA/UK

For analytics, our lawful basis is consent (GDPR Art. 6(1)(a)). Server and security logs are processed under legitimate interests (Art. 6(1)(f)) to operate and protect the service. You can withdraw consent at any time via the “Cookie settings” link.

California privacy rights

If you are a California resident, the CCPA (as amended by the CPRA) gives you the right to know what personal information we collect and request its deletion. We do not sell or share personal information as defined under the CCPA/CPRA, and we do not use your data for cross-context behavioral advertising.

To exercise these rights, email support@wanderguide.co with the subject line “California Privacy Request.”

International data transfers

We may process data on servers outside your country. Our analytics provider, Google LLC (USA), relies on legal mechanisms such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) for transfers.

Your choices

Cookie settings: Change your analytics choice any time via the “Cookie settings” link in our footer.
Browser controls: Most browsers let you block or delete cookies.
Google tools: Use Google's opt-out add-on: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
Contact us: Email support@wanderguide.co with any privacy question or request.

Children's privacy

WanderGuide is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us information, contact us so we can delete it.

Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will revise the "Effective date" above and, when appropriate, provide additional notice.