Last updated: September 9, 2025
Overview
WagWanderer (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you use wagwanderer.com (the “Site”), how we use and share it, and the choices you have.
Information We Collect
Information you provide
- Comments & Forms: Name, email, website URL, and any content you submit when leaving comments or contacting us.
- Newsletter sign-ups: Name and email address if you join our mailing list.
- Business inquiries: Details you choose to share (e.g., partnership requests).
Information collected automatically
- Usage data: IP address, device/browser type, pages viewed, referring/exit pages, timestamps.
- Cookies & similar tech: Cookies, pixels, local storage to keep preferences, enable analytics, and measure performance.
Information from partners
- Analytics: We use analytics services to understand traffic and improve the Site.
- Advertising/Affiliates: Ad and affiliate partners may set cookies or read your device identifiers to attribute referrals and personalize/measure ads.
How We Use Information
- Provide, maintain, and improve the Site and its content.
- Moderate comments and prevent spam, fraud, and abuse.
- Send newsletters and replies you request (you can unsubscribe anytime).
- Analyze engagement and performance to guide content decisions.
- Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms.
Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We (and our partners) use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies for essential site functions, analytics, and (where applicable) advertising/affiliate attribution. You can control cookies via your browser settings; turning off certain cookies may impact Site functionality.
Comments & User Content
- When visitors leave comments, we collect the data shown in the comment form and the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent to help spam detection.
- An anonymized string (hash) created from your email may be provided to the Gravatar service to see if you are using it; after approval, your profile image may be visible next to your comment.
Embedded Content from Other Sites
Articles may include embedded content (e.g., videos, images). Embedded content from other websites behaves as if you visited those websites directly and may collect data about you, use cookies, and monitor your interaction with that embedded content.
Analytics
We use analytics tools to measure traffic and usage trends. These tools collect information sent by your device or browser. You can typically opt out of certain analytics by using the provider’s opt-out features or adjusting your browser settings.
Advertising & Affiliate Disclosure
We may participate in affiliate programs. If you click an affiliate link and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. Ad and affiliate partners may use cookies or device identifiers to attribute referrals and personalize/measure ads. See their policies for details and opt-out choices.
Email Communications
If you subscribe to our newsletter, we will send periodic emails. You can unsubscribe at any time via the link in the email or by contacting us.
Data Sharing
- Service providers: We share information with vendors who help us operate the Site (e.g., hosting, analytics, email delivery) under confidentiality obligations.
- Legal: We may disclose information to comply with law, protect our rights, or respond to lawful requests.
- Business transfers: If we undergo a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, user information may be transferred.
Data Retention
We retain information for as long as necessary to provide the Site, fulfill the purposes outlined here, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. Comments and related metadata may be retained indefinitely to recognize and approve follow-up comments automatically.
Your Privacy Choices
- Cookies: Adjust your browser settings to refuse or delete cookies.
- Marketing emails: Unsubscribe using the link in our emails.
- Analytics/ads: Use provider-specific opt-outs and platform ad settings (e.g., your browser, mobile OS ad settings).
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or restrict use of your personal information, or to object to certain processing. You may also request a copy of your information or ask that we transmit it to another service (“data portability”). To exercise rights, contact us using the details below. We will verify your identity and comply as required by applicable law.
Children’s Privacy
The Site is intended for a general audience and is not directed to children under 13 (or the age defined by your local law). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us personal information, please contact us so we can delete it.
International Users
If you access the Site from outside your country, be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in countries other than your own. By using the Site, you consent to such transfers subject to applicable law.
Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect your information. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure; we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Third-Party Links
Our Site may link to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. Review their policies before providing personal information.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date reflects the most recent changes. Your continued use of the Site after an update signifies acceptance of the revised policy.
Contact Us
Questions or requests? Reach us via the Site’s contact form.
This page is provided for general informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. For specific compliance needs (e.g., GDPR/CCPA/CPRA, ePrivacy), consult a qualified attorney.
