We Respect Your Privacy

Privacy Policy

Last updated: June 2025

At The Road & The Way LLC (“we,” “us,” or “our”), your privacy matters. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, join our community, or use our services.

By using our site, you agree to the terms of this policy.

1. What We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address (e.g., newsletter sign-ups, contact forms)

  • Booking or Planning Details: If you request trip planning help

  • Account Details: If you register to comment or use our forum

  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device info, referring URLs

  • Usage Data: Page views, click patterns, and time spent (via tools like Google Analytics)

  • Preferences: Trip interests, gear preferences, and location info if shared

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Respond to inquiries or planning requests

  • Deliver newsletters and updates you’ve subscribed to

  • Improve our website and services

  • Offer customized content and recommendations

  • Communicate trip updates, devotionals, or blog posts

  • Maintain site security and functionality

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

3. Sharing Your Information

We may share your information in limited ways:

  • With service providers (e.g., WorldVia Travel Network, email providers, analytics tools) only as needed to deliver services

  • If legally required (e.g., by court order or law enforcement)

  • In case of a business transfer, such as a merger or acquisition

All third parties we work with are required to keep your data secure and confidential.

4. Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Improve functionality and performance

  • Understand user behavior through analytics

  • Save user preferences

You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings, but doing so may affect your experience on our site.

5. Email Communications

If you join our newsletter or request updates, we may email you from time to time with travel tips, devotionals, or trip announcements. You can opt out at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link at the bottom of any email.

6. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from them. If we become aware that we’ve collected such information, we will promptly delete it.

7. Data Protection & Security

We take appropriate security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access or disclosure. These include encryption, secure hosting, and access limitations.

However, no website can guarantee 100% security. You share information at your own risk.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

  • Access, correct, or delete your personal data

  • Object to or restrict processing of your data

  • Withdraw consent at any time (e.g., for email marketing)

To make a request, contact us at webmaster@theroadandtheway.com.

9. Third-Party Links

Our site may include links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies separately.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted here with a new revision date. Your continued use of the site means you accept the updated terms.

11. Contact Us

For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact:

The Road & The Way LLC
📧 webmaster@theroadandtheway.com