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Privacy Policy

Your privacy matters to us. Learn how we protect your personal information.

Last Updated: 24th May 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how Haunted Hosts ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, and protects your information when you visit hauntedhosts.com.

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

Google Services and Advertising

Google AdSense

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on our website. Google AdSense uses cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Show you relevant advertisements based on your interests
  • Measure ad performance and effectiveness
  • Prevent fraudulent activity

Google may use your personal information to provide personalized advertising. You can control ad personalization through your Google Ad Settings.

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.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We 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 personalized content and advertisements
  • Improve our website functionality

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.

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
  • Display relevant advertisements through Google AdSense

How We Share Your Information

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • With Google: Through our use of Google AdSense and Analytics services
  • Service Providers: With third-party vendors who help us operate our website
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
  • Business Transfers: In connection with any merger, sale, or transfer of our business

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

Third-Party Links and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. 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.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission 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 servers are located. These countries may have different data protection laws than the UK.

Your Rights Under UK GDPR

As a UK resident, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:

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

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].

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.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

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