Privacy Policy

Consent

By browsing or using hikingnorth.site, you’re giving us permission to collect and use your information in line with this policy.

What We Collect

Depending on how you interact with us, we may collect:

• Your name, email address, or phone number (if you share them)
• Details you provide during sign-up or registration
• Messages, attachments, or inquiries submitted through forms

We'll always tell you why we're collecting your data at the point of entry.

How We Use Your Data

‍The data we collect helps us to:

• Operate and maintain the website efficiently
• Customize your experience based on your usage
• Analyze usage trends and improve content
• Develop new features and site updates
• Respond to support requests and send relevant notifications
• Enhance security and protect against misuse

Log & Technical Data

‍Like most websites, we automatically collect some non-personal technical information, including:

• Your IP address
• Browser and device type
• Pages you visit and time spent
• Date, time, and click patterns

This information is used to improve site performance and monitor suspicious behavior. It is not linked to any personally identifiable information.

Cookies & Advertisements

‍ We may use cookies and similar tracking tools to provide a smoother experience. Some third-party services or advertisers may also use cookies for ad display or analytics. You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.

Your Privacy Rights (GDPR – EU Residents)

If you’re located in the EU or a region with similar privacy laws, you are entitled to:

• Access the personal data we store about you
• Request corrections or updates
• Request deletion of your data
• Restrict or object to how your data is used
• Ask for a copy of your data in a portable format

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us through the channels provided on our site.

Protecting Children

hikingnorth.site is not intended for users under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately so we can take action.

Policy Updates

This privacy policy may change from time to time. When it does, we’ll post the revised version here. The latest version is always the one in effect. We encourage you to review it periodically.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this policy or how we handle your data, don’t hesitate to reach out. We're committed to maintaining a transparent and respectful relationship with all our users.