Last updated 13 September 2024
At Rachel IRL (rachelirl.com), we’re committed to protecting your privacy and making sure your data is safe with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect the information you share with us. By visiting and using our website, you agree to the terms outlined here.
1. Who We Are
Rachel IRL is a travel blog where we share travel tips, reviews, and experiences to inspire your next adventure. You can reach us at:
- Rachel Salcedo
- hello@rachelirl.com
- Suite 138606, PO Box 7169, Poole BH15 9EL, United Kingdom
2. What Data We Collect
We collect different types of data to enhance your experience on our site. Here’s what we gather:
- Email & Name: Collected through forms (like our newsletter sign-up or product marketing).
- IP Address & User Behavior: Collected via analytics tools to help us understand how you use the site.
- Cookies & Session Data: Collected through cookies to improve site performance and for marketing.
Here’s a more detailed breakdown of the data we collect:
| Source | Information Collected | Where It’s Stored |
|---|---|---|
| ConvertKit plugin | Email, name | ConvertKit server |
| Comments | Email, name, IP address | WordPress database |
| Analytics | IP address, user behavior | Google Analytics server |
| Advanced Google reCAPTCHA | IP address, cookies | Google server |
| Brevo plugin | Email, name, order info | Brevo (Sendinblue) server |
| CookieYes plugin | Cookie consent preferences | In user’s browser & WordPress database |
| Powerkit plugin | Social sharing data | Third-party social media platform servers |
| RankMath SEO plugin | User interaction, page performance data | WordPress database & Rank Math servers |
| Side Cart WooCommerce plugin | User cart data | WordPress database |
| Site Kit by Google plugin | IP address, user behavior | Google server |
| WooCommerce plugin | Email, name, billing address, payment details, cart data | WordPress database, WooCommerce, Stripe, PayPal, Google Pay, Apple Pay servers |
| WooPayments | Email, name, billing address, payment details, cart data | WordPress database, WooCommerce, Stripe, PayPal, Google Pay, Apple Pay servers |
| Travelpayouts | Cookies, location, browsing history | Travelpayouts server |
| Impact | Cookies, location, browsing history | Impact server |
| NordVPN | Cookies, location, browsing history | NordVPN server |
| Shareasale | Cookies, location, browsing history | Shareasale server |
| Partnerize (Wise) | Cookies, location, browsing history | Partnerize server |
| GoAffPro | Cookies, location, browsing history | GoAffPro server |
3. How We Use Your Data
We only use your data for the following purposes:
- Email Addresses: To send you newsletters, travel updates, and marketing info related to products we think you’ll love.
- IP Addresses & User Behavior: To analyze traffic and improve your experience on our website.
- Cookies: To help with site functionality, personalized content, and affiliate marketing.
4. Third-Party Services
We work with a few third-party providers that may collect or process some of your data:
- Google Analytics: To track traffic and user behavior on our site. Google’s Privacy Policy
- Brevo (formerly Sendinblue): For managing our email newsletter and marketing. Brevo’s Privacy Policy
- ConvertKit: For managing our email marketing. ConvertKit’s Privacy Policy
- WooCommerce: For processing payments and managing our e-commerce. WooCommerce’s Privacy Policy
- CookieYes: To manage cookie consent. CookieYes Privacy Policy
- Other Services: We also use affiliate networks (Travelpayouts, Impact, NordVPN, Shareasale, Partnerize, GoAffPro) that may collect cookies, location, and browsing data for personalized marketing.
Each of these services has its own Privacy Policy, which you can check out for more details.
5. How Long We Keep Your Data
We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law. Here’s how we handle retention:
- Email addresses: We keep them until you choose to unsubscribe from our communications.
- IP addresses: Stored via analytics tools like Google Analytics for up to 26 months.
- Purchase data: Retained as long as required for tax, accounting, or legal purposes.
6. Your Rights
Under GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access your data: Just email us at hello@rachelirl.com, and we’ll provide the info we have on you.
- Correct your data: Let us know if anything’s inaccurate, and we’ll update it.
- Delete your data: You can ask us to delete your data, and we’ll do so unless we’re legally required to keep it (e.g., for taxes).
- Withdraw consent: You can withdraw consent for data collection (e.g., unsubscribe from newsletters or change cookie settings).
7. Cookies and Consent
We use cookies to make your experience better. Cookies help us:
- Analyze traffic and behavior on the site.
- Show personalized content or ads based on your interests.
You can manage your cookie preferences through our cookie consent banner, powered by CookieYes, or adjust your browser settings to block cookies.
8. Data Security
We take security seriously and implement the following measures to protect your data:
- HTTPS: Ensures secure transmission of your data.
- reCAPTCHA: Protects against spam and misuse of our forms.
- Regular Updates: We keep our plugins, themes, and WordPress core up to date to minimize security risks.
However, no system is 100% secure, so please be aware that using the internet always carries some risk.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We might make updates to this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. If there are significant changes, we’ll notify you by email or through a notice on our site.
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, feel free to reach out at hello@rachelirl.com!