Effective Date: June 2025
Website URL: https://curiousroads.com
1. Introduction
Welcome to Curious Roads. Your privacy matters to us. This Privacy Policy explains what personal information we collect, how we use it, and what choices you have about your data. By using this website, you agree to the terms of this policy.
2. Information We Collect
a) Information You Provide
When you contact us, subscribe to our newsletter, or leave a comment, we may collect your name, email address, and any other information you choose to provide.
b) Information Collected Automatically
When you visit Curious Roads, we may automatically collect data such as:
- Your IP address
- Browser and device type
- Pages visited and time spent
- Referral source (how you found our site)
This helps us understand how visitors interact with the site so we can improve your experience.
3. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Analyze site traffic and behavior
- Enhance performance and user experience
- Deliver personalized ads through Google AdSense and Ezoic
When you visit Curious Roads, you’ll see a cookie banner allowing you to accept or decline tracking. You can also manage cookies via your browser settings.
4. How We Use Your Information
We use the data we collect to:
- Respond to inquiries and feedback
- Improve site content and functionality
- Display relevant ads
- Analyze visitor behavior
- Comply with legal obligations
5. Third-Party Services
a) Ezoic
We use Ezoic for ad optimization and analytics. Read their privacy policy here:
https://www.ezoic.com/privacy-policy/
b) Google AdSense
We display ads via Google AdSense. These may include personalized advertising based on your activity across the web. Learn more:
Google Privacy & Terms
c) Analytics
We may use tools like Google Analytics to understand how users navigate and engage with our content.
6. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or trade your personal data. However, we may share limited information with:
- Website service providers
- Legal authorities when required
- Advertising partners to serve personalized ads
7. Data Retention
We retain your data only as long as necessary to:
- Deliver services
- Meet legal obligations
- Improve site performance
8. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access or correct your data
- Request deletion of your personal data
- Withdraw consent to data collection
- Object to certain processing practices
For California Residents (CCPA):
You may request to:
- Access or delete your personal information
- Opt out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell data)
For EU Visitors (GDPR):
You have additional rights including:
- Data portability
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to lodge a complaint
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us.
9. International Data Transfers
Curious Roads is hosted in the United States. If you’re accessing from another country, your data may be transferred to servers in the U.S. where privacy laws may differ.
10. Children’s Privacy
Curious Roads does not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If you believe a child has submitted information to us, please contact us immediately and we will remove it.
11. Security
We implement industry-standard practices to protect your data. While we take privacy seriously, no system is 100% secure.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available here, and continued use of the site constitutes your acceptance of any changes.