This Privacy Policy explains how Trek Goat collects, uses, and protects your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable laws.
Trek Goat is a Croatian brand, and this policy applies to both the main website www.trekgoat.com and its local domain putokoza.com (together referred to as the āWebsiteā). The terms āweā, āusā, and āourā refer to the owner and operator of these platforms, acting as the Data Controller.
By using this Website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
1. Data collection
We collect personal data only when necessary to provide or improve our services. This may include:
- Comments: When visitors leave comments, we collect the data shown in the comments form, as well as the visitorās IP address and browser user agent to help with spam detection.
- User-provided data: Name, email address, or other information you voluntarily provide (e.g. contact forms, newsletter sign-ups).
- Service usage data: IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and interactions with the Website.
- Location data: Approximate location derived from IP address.
- Surveys and questionnaires: Voluntary responses.
- Compliance data: Information required to meet legal obligations.
An anonymized string (hash) created from your email address may be sent to the Gravatar service to check if you are using it. You can view their privacy policy here: https://automattic.com/privacy/.
2. How we collect data
We collect data through:
- Direct interactions (comments, contact forms, subscriptions)
- Cookies and tracking technologies
- Analytics tools
- Embedded third-party content
All data is processed in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
3. Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience.
These may include:
- Essential cookies: Required for basic site functionality
- WordPress cookies: For login sessions and user preferences
- Analytics cookies (e.g. Google Analytics): To understand how visitors use the Website (data is anonymized)
- Functional cookies: For features such as embedded media
- Third-party cookies: From services such as social media platforms
Comment cookies
If you leave a comment, you may opt-in to saving your name and email in cookies. These last for one year.
Login cookies
Temporary cookies are set to check browser compatibility. Login cookies last up to two days (or two weeks if āRemember Meā is selected).
Editor cookies
If you edit or publish content, a cookie storing the post ID is saved for one day.
4. Media
If you upload images to the Website, you should avoid uploading images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS), as visitors may extract this information.
5. Embedded content from other websites
Articles may include embedded content (e.g. videos, images, articles).
Embedded content behaves as if you visited the external website directly.
These third-party websites may collect data, use cookies, and track your interaction. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies.
6. Data sharing
We do not sell or directly share your personal data.
However, data may be processed by trusted third-party services (e.g. hosting, analytics, spam detection) or collected by external platforms when you interact with embedded content or links.
If data is transferred outside the European Union, we ensure appropriate safeguards in line with GDPR.
7. Data usage
We use your data to:
- Improve website functionality and content
- Respond to inquiries and comments
- Provide services you request
- Send updates or newsletters (only with consent)
- Meet legal and regulatory obligations
8. Data retention
- Comments and their metadata are stored indefinitely
- User profile data (if applicable) is stored until the user deletes it or requests removal
9. Your rights
Under GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction or deletion
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Request data export
- Object to certain types of processing
To exercise these rights, you can contact us via the Website.
10. Data security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.
11. Where your data is sent
Visitor comments may be checked through automated spam detection services.
12. Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be published on this page.
Disclaimer
All content published on Trek Goat (including www.trekgoat.com) is for informational and inspirational purposes only.
While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we make no guarantees regarding completeness, reliability, or accuracy. Any action you take based on the information found on this Website is strictly at your own risk.
Trek Goat promotes slow travel, hiking, and outdoor experiences. Readers are responsible for their own safety, decisions, and preparation when following any routes, recommendations, or advice.
Some articles may contain affiliate links. This means we may earn a small commission if you make a purchase through these links ā at no additional cost to you.
The Website may include links to external websites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or policies of these third-party sites. This Disclaimer does not limit any rights you may have under applicable law.