🔒 Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to BonnieDaysOut ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website bonniedaysout.com (the "Service").

By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Contact Information: When you contact us or submit suggestions, we may collect your name and email address
• Trip Planning Data: Information you enter when planning trips (stored locally in your browser)
• Favorites and Check-ins: Attractions you mark as favorites or visited (stored locally in your browser)

2.2 Information Automatically Collected

• Usage Data: Information about how you use our website, including pages visited, time spent, and navigation patterns
• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, IP address, and device identifiers
• Location Data: Approximate location (only when you explicitly enable location services for finding nearby attractions)
• Cookies and Tracking: Small data files stored on your device to enhance your experience

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and maintain our Service
• Improve and personalize your experience
• Respond to your comments and suggestions
• Analyze usage patterns to enhance our website
• Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. You can control cookie preferences through our cookie consent banner or your browser settings.

Types of Cookies We Use:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality
• Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
• Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
• Analytics Cookies: Provide insights into website performance and user behavior

For detailed information about our cookie usage, please see our Cookie Policy.

5. Data Storage and Local Storage

Most of your personal data (trip plans, favorites, check-ins) is stored locally in your browser using HTML5 Local Storage. This means:

• Your data remains on your device and is not transmitted to our servers
• You have full control over this data
• Clearing your browser data will remove this information
• This data is not shared with third parties

6. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted third-party services that help us operate our website (e.g., analytics providers)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
• Business Transfers: In connection with any merger, sale, or transfer of our business
• Consent: With your explicit consent for specific purposes

7. Third-Party Services

Our website may include links to third-party websites and services, including:

• OpenStreetMap for mapping services
• Google Fonts for typography
• Cloudinary for image optimization
• External attraction websites

These third parties have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their practices.

8. Your Rights (GDPR & UK GDPR)

If you are located in the European Union or UK, you have the following rights:

• Access: Request access to your personal data
• Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
• Portability: Request transfer of your data
• Objection: Object to processing of your data
• Restriction: Request restriction of processing
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@bonniedaysout.com

9. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information, including:

• HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
• Secure hosting infrastructure
• Regular security assessments
• Limited access to personal information

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Children's Privacy

Our Service is designed for families but is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for any international data transfers, including:

• Standard contractual clauses
• Adequacy decisions by relevant authorities
• Appropriate technical and organizational measures

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:

• Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
• Updating the "Last updated" date
• Providing prominent notice for significant changes

Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Information

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

14. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

• Consent: When you explicitly agree to data processing
• Legitimate Interest: For website analytics and improvement
• Contractual Necessity: To provide our services
• Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws