At DotTourism LLC, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, dottourism.com. By accessing and using our website, you agree to the practices outlined in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
While DotTourism LLC does not directly provide travel booking services, we may collect the following types of information when you visit dottourism.com:
Non-Personal Identification Information: This includes your IP address, browser type, device type, and browsing behavior. This information is collected automatically and is used to improve the functionality and performance of our website.
Personal Identification Information: If you choose to contact us via email or fill out a form on the site, we may collect your name, email address, and any other information you provide voluntarily.
Note: If third-party services, such as travel booking platforms, are integrated into our website, those services may collect and process your personal data separately from DotTourism LLC. These services are governed by their own privacy policies.
2. Use of Information
DotTourism LLC uses the information collected for the following purposes:
Improving Website Content and Performance: We analyze non-personal data to better understand user behavior and enhance your browsing experience.
Responding to Inquiries: Personal information submitted through forms or email is used to respond to your queries.
3. Third-Party Services
Our website may include links to third-party websites, such as travel services or booking platforms. These third-party services have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review their terms before using them. DotTourism LLC is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external websites.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
DotTourism LLC uses cookies and tracking technologies to:
Remember your preferences and enhance your browsing experience.
Monitor website performance and analyze usage trends.
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may impact your ability to use some features of the website.
5. Data Sharing
DotTourism LLC does not sell, trade, or share your personal information with third parties, except as required by law or to comply with legal obligations.
6. External Links
DotTourism.com may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
Access and Update Your Information: Contact us if you would like to review or update the personal information we hold about you.
Request Data Deletion: If you wish to have your personal data deleted, please contact us. Note that some data may need to be retained for legal or operational reasons.
Opt-Out of Cookies and Tracking: You can adjust your browser settings to reject cookies or notify you when they are being used.
8. Legal Basis for Processing Data
We process your personal information based on the following legal grounds:
Consent: When you provide explicit consent, such as subscribing to newsletters or allowing cookies.
Legitimate Interests: To improve our website, analyze user behavior, and maintain security.
Contractual Obligations: To respond to your inquiries or provide access to specific features on our site.
9. Retention of Data
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
Non-personal information may be retained for analytical purposes.
10. Analytics and Third-Party Tools
We use analytics tools, such as Google Analytics, to understand how users interact with our website. These tools collect data such as IP addresses, browser types, and pages visited. You can manage or disable tracking by adjusting your browser settings or using plugins such as the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on.
11. International Data Transfers
Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own, including countries that may not provide the same level of data protection. In such cases, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your personal information in compliance with applicable data protection laws.
12. California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
Right to Know: You can request details about the personal information we collect and how it is used.
Right to Delete: You can request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.
Right to Opt-Out: We do not sell your personal data.
13. General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the following rights under the GDPR:
Access and Rectification: Request access to your personal data and correct inaccuracies.
Data Portability: Receive a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
Right to Erasure: Request the deletion of your personal information, subject to certain limitations.
Restriction of Processing: Limit the use of your personal data under certain conditions.
Lodge a Complaint: Contact your local data protection authority if you believe your rights have been violated.
14. Email Communication and Newsletters
We may send you email updates, including travel tips, destination highlights, and website news, only if you have opted in. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in the email or contacting us directly at
[email protected].
15. Incident Response and Breach Notification
In the event of a data breach, we will take immediate action to contain and resolve the incident. Affected users will be notified within the timeframe required by applicable laws, along with steps to protect their data.
16. Advertising and Affiliate Links
Our website may contain affiliate links. If you click on an affiliate link and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. These links do not affect the user experience or the data collected by our website.
17. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will take immediate steps to delete it.
18. Changes to This Privacy Policy
DotTourism LLC reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy as needed to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. Any updates will be posted on this page, and the “Last Updated” date will be revised accordingly.
19. Feedback and Dispute Resolution
If you have concerns about our handling of your personal data or would like to provide feedback, please contact us at:
DotTourism LLC
Phone: +1 701-368-4739
Address: 300 2nd Ave NE, Jamestown, ND 58401, USA
Last Updated: February 14, 2025.
If you are unsatisfied with our response, you may lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority or the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in the United States.
