Information We Collect

Information You Provide

When you use our property submission form or contact us via email ([email protected]), we may collect:

• Your name and contact information
• Property details and descriptions
• Photos and media files
• Any additional information you choose to share about paranormal experiences

Information Automatically Collected

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information, including:

• IP address and location data
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited and time spent on our site
• Referring website information
• Search terms and interactions with advertisements

Advertising and Third-Party Services

Google AdSense

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on our website. Google AdSense is a third-party advertising network that uses cookies and similar technologies to:

• Show you relevant advertisements based on your interests and browsing history
• Measure ad performance and effectiveness
• Prevent fraudulent activity and invalid clicks
• Enable frequency capping to limit how often you see the same ad

Google and its advertising partners may use your personal information to provide personalised advertising across websites and apps. You can control ad personalization through your Google Ad Settings.

Third-Party Advertising Partners

In addition to Google AdSense, we may work with other advertising technology companies to serve ads and provide related services. These companies may include:

• Google and its advertising partners
• Other certified advertising networks and exchanges
• Analytics and measurement providers

These third parties may collect information about your online activities over time and across different websites when you use our service.

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. This service collects information such as how often users visit our site, what pages they visit, and what other sites they used prior to coming to our site. We use this information to improve our website and services. Google Analytics may also collect demographic and interest data.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We and our advertising partners use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
• Provide personalised content and advertisements
• Improve our website functionality
• Measure advertising effectiveness
• Enable social media features and integrations

Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
• Advertising Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements
• Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website and may result in less relevant advertising.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and maintain our haunted accommodation directory
• Process and review property submissions
• Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
• Improve our website and user experience
• Send you updates about our services (with your consent)
• Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights
• Display relevant advertisements through Google AdSense and other partners
• Analyze website performance and user engagement
• Prevent fraud and ensure website security

How We Share Your Information

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With Google and Advertising Partners: Through our use of Google AdSense, Analytics, and other advertising services
• Service Providers: With third-party vendors who help us operate our website and provide services
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or to protect our rights and safety
• Business Transfers: In connection with any merger, acquisition, sale, or transfer of our business
• With Your Consent: When you explicitly agree to share your information

We do not sell your personal information to third parties for their direct marketing purposes.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. The retention period depends on the type of information and the purpose for which it was collected.

Third-Party Links and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, services, or advertisements. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit, as their information practices may differ from ours.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission or electronic storage system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than the United Kingdom, including the United States where Google's and other service providers' servers are located. These countries may have different data protection laws than the UK. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.

Your Rights Under UK GDPR

As a data subject, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Right of Access: Request a copy of your personal information
• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal information
• Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of your information
• Right to Object: Object to processing of your information
• Right to Restriction: Request limitation of processing
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for processing

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We will respond to your request within one month.

California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to know what personal information we collect and how it's used
• Right to delete personal information we have collected
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately so we can delete such information.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. For significant changes, we may provide additional notice. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

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