Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

At Wanderlust, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you use our platform. By using Wanderlust, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information to provide you with a better experience on Wanderlust:

  • Personal Information: This includes your name, email address, phone number, and payment information, which you provide when you create an account or make a booking.
  • Non-Personal Information: This includes browser type, device information, IP address, and usage data collected through cookies and similar technologies.
  • Booking Details: Information related to your bookings, including property preferences, travel dates, and special requests.
3. How We Use Your Information

Wanderlust uses your personal information for the following purposes:

  • To provide services: We use your personal information to create your account, process bookings, and communicate with you about your reservations.
  • To improve our platform: We analyze non-personal information to understand user behavior and improve our services.
  • Marketing communications: With your consent, we may send you promotional emails or offers based on your preferences.
  • To ensure security: We use your information to detect and prevent fraud or unauthorized access to the platform.
4. Sharing Your Information

Wanderlust does not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • With Hosts: When you make a booking, we share relevant details with the Host to facilitate your stay (e.g., your name, contact information, and special requests).
  • Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who help us operate the platform, such as payment processors, customer support, or email delivery services.
  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or if we believe such disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, comply with legal processes, or prevent harm.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Wanderlust uses cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience and analyze site performance. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and recognize you on future visits. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

6. Data Security

We take the security of your personal information seriously and implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect it. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

7. Your Rights

You have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

  • Access and Correction: You can access and update your personal information by logging into your account.
  • Deletion: You may request the deletion of your personal data, subject to certain legal obligations we may have.
  • Data Portability: You may request a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
  • Withdrawal of Consent: If you have provided consent for marketing communications, you may withdraw it at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails.
8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. Once your data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

9. International Data Transfers

Wanderlust operates globally, and your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside of your own. We take steps to ensure that your personal information is protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable laws when transferred internationally.

10. Children's Privacy

Wanderlust is not intended for children under the age of 18, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will take steps to delete such information.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will post the updated policy on this page and update the "Last Updated" date at the top. Your continued use of Wanderlust after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

12. Contact Us

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

  • Email: support@wanderlust.com
  • Phone: +123-456-7890
  • Address: 123 Wanderlust Avenue, Dream City, Wonderland, 12345