We care about your privacy. This policy explains what personal data we collect on chinatraveldirect.com, why we collect it, how we use it, and the choices you have. Questions? Email privacy@chinatraveldirect.com.
Who we are
China Travel Direct curates culture-forward, intangible-heritage travel ideas and resources. Website: https://chinatraveldirect.com.
How to contact us
Email: privacy@chinatraveldirect.com
If you are in the EU/UK and wish to exercise a privacy right, include “Privacy Request” in the subject line.
What data we collect and why
- Comments & forms. Form entries (name, email, message), plus IP address and browser user-agent to help spam detection and security.
- Trip enquiries & bookings (if applicable). Trip dates, destination interests, group size, language preference, and (only if you choose) dietary or accessibility needs to advise on heritage experiences. We do not ask for passport numbers or payment card details on our site.
- Newsletter. Email address and preferences to send updates; unsubscribe anytime via the link in each email.
- Media uploads. Avoid EXIF location (GPS) in images; visitors can extract location data from images.
- Log files & analytics. Standard logs and privacy-minded analytics/anti-spam to keep the site reliable; data are aggregated and not used to identify you.
- Special-category data (only if you choose). If you share dietary or mobility needs, we use it solely to respond. Processed with your explicit consent, withdrawable anytime.
Cookies
We use essential cookies to make the site work and optional cookies (e.g., analytics) to improve content. Control cookies in your browser settings.
- Comment convenience. Save your name, email, website for one year (optional).
- Login cookies (for registered users). Temporary cookie checks acceptance; login cookies last up to two days (or two weeks with “Remember Me”); screen-options cookies last one year.
- Editing cookie. If you edit/publish an article, a 1-day cookie stores the post ID (no personal data).
Embedded content
Articles may include embedded content (videos, maps, posts). Such content behaves as if you visited those sites directly, which may collect data, use cookies and track interactions per their policies.
Who we share your data with
- Service providers. Trusted vendors for hosting/CDN, security/anti-spam, email delivery. Bound by confidentiality and data-protection terms.
- Password resets. Your IP address may appear in reset emails for security.
- Legal. We may disclose data if required by law or to protect rights, users, or the public.
How long we retain your data
- Comments. Indefinitely, to auto-approve follow-ups.
- Registered users. Profile data remain editable by users (except username) and admins.
- Enquiries. Kept as long as needed to respond and for records, then archived or deleted per schedule.
Your rights
You may have rights to access, correct, delete, or receive a copy of your personal data, and to object to or restrict processing.
- Access & portability. Request an exported file of your data.
- Correction & deletion. Ask us to fix inaccuracies or delete data (we may retain some for legal/security reasons).
- Consent withdrawal. Withdraw newsletter or special-category consent anytime.
- EEA/UK legal bases. Consent, contract (to respond), and legitimate interests (to secure/operate the site).
Where your data is processed
Hosting and CDNs may process data in multiple countries with appropriate safeguards. By using the site, you consent to such transfers.
How we protect your data
We use encryption in transit, access controls, backups and security monitoring. No online service is 100% secure, but we work to keep risks low.
Children’s privacy
Our content targets general audiences, not children. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 16. If you believe we have such data, contact us to delete it.
Changes to this policy
We may update this policy. We’ll post the new date above and, when appropriate, notify you by email or onsite. Continued use means you accept the update.
WordPress / Gravatar note
If you use Gravatar, an anonymized hash of your email may be sent to Gravatar to check usage. See Automattic Privacy. After comment approval, your profile picture is public in the comment context.
This page provides general information and is not legal advice. For specific compliance questions, consult a qualified professional.