Privacy Policy for African Adventurer
 
 
Effective Date: 01/01/2025
 
At African Adventurer, operated by Gary Lincoln Hope, your privacy is a priority. This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use my services or visit my website. By accessing my website or engaging my services, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.

 
1. Information I Collect
 
I may collect the following types of personal information:
    •    Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address.
    •    Travel Preferences and Details: Information about your travel interests, destinations, activities, and preferences.
    •    Transaction Information: Details about payments for services provided.
    •    Website Usage Information: Data about how you interact with my website, including cookies and analytics data.

 
2. How I Use Your Information
 
I use your information to:
    •    Provide personalised advice and support for your travel plans.
    •    Connect you with service providers (e.g., accommodations, transport, and activity organisers).
    •    Communicate with you about your bookings and inquiries.
    •    Process payments and manage financial transactions.
    •    Improve the functionality and user experience of my website.
    •    Comply with legal obligations and prevent fraud.

 
3. Sharing Your Information
 
I do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, I may share your information with:
    •    Service Providers: To facilitate bookings or inquiries on your behalf.
    •    Legal Authorities: If required by law or to protect my rights and business.

 
4. Cookies and Website Analytics
 
My website may use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device to improve functionality and provide analytical insights.
    •    You can adjust your browser settings to decline cookies, but this may affect your website experience.
    •    I may use analytics tools to monitor website traffic and usage patterns. This data is anonymised and cannot identify individual users.

 
5. Data Retention
 
I retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.

 
6. Your Rights
 
You have the right to:
    •    Access the personal information I hold about you.
    •    Request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete data.
    •    Request the deletion of your personal information, subject to legal and contractual obligations.
    •    Withdraw consent for data processing where applicable.
 
To exercise your rights, please contact me at the details provided below.

 
7. Security
 
I take appropriate measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no online system can guarantee complete security.

 
8. Third-Party Links
 
My website may contain links to third-party websites. I am not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. Please review their privacy policies before sharing your information.

 
9. Updates to This Policy
 
I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in my practices or legal requirements. The updated version will be posted on my website with the effective date.

 
10. Contact Information
 
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, or to exercise your data rights, please contact:
 
Gary Lincoln Hope
African Adventurer
22 Mayfield Avenue
Grove, Wantage
Oxon, OX12 7LZ
United Kingdom
Email: gary@africanadventurer.com
Phone: +44 20 7097 6719‬