Privacy Policy
Effective Date: JAN 8, 2025
Contact Email: [email protected]
Summary
At AirKayaks.com, we care about your privacy. We collect only the information we need to offer you a smooth browsing and shopping experience, such as your name and email address if you subscribe to updates or contact us. We don’t sell your personal data. You have full control over your information and can ask to review, update, or delete it anytime. Questions? Email [email protected].
Introduction
Welcome to AirKayaks.com — a site built for people who love adventure, paddling, and exploring the outdoors. This Privacy Policy explains what personal data we collect, how we use it, and what rights you have when visiting or interacting with our website.
We aim to be clear, respectful, and transparent in how we handle your information.
Data We Collect
We only collect personal data that is relevant to how you interact with our site. Here’s what we may collect:
Information You Provide:
Name and Email Address
When you:Subscribe to our newsletter or promotional updates
Leave a comment or review
Contact us via our contact form or email
Shipping and Billing Info
(If eCommerce features are used)
We may collect name, address, and payment method through a secure checkout process (managed by third-party providers like Shopify, Stripe, or PayPal).
Information Collected Automatically:
IP Address, Browser Type, and Device Info
Collected by analytics tools (like Google Analytics) to help us understand how users browse our site.Cookies and Tracking Data
To remember your preferences, store session information, and track page performance.
We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13 years of age.
Legal Basis for Processing
If you’re visiting from a region that follows data protection laws like the GDPR, we use the following legal bases for processing your data:
Consent – When you subscribe to emails, leave comments, or accept cookies.
Contractual necessity – If you make a purchase, we use your data to fulfill your order.
Legitimate interest – For site analytics, improving the website, and preventing abuse.
Legal obligation – If we’re required to retain or disclose data due to a legal request.
You can withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us or unsubscribing from email communications.
How We Use Your Data
We use your personal data for these purposes:
To send newsletters, product updates, and promotions (if you subscribed)
To process and fulfill orders (if you buy something)
To respond to your messages or feedback
To manage your comments or product reviews
To improve site performance through analytics
To protect against fraud, spam, or abuse
We do not use your personal information for profiling, behavioral tracking, or automated decision-making.
Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We share it only with service providers who help us run the site securely and effectively.
These third parties may access certain data as needed to provide their services:
| Service Provider | What They Do | Data Shared |
|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics | Site usage and traffic analysis | IP address, device info |
| Email Marketing Tool | Send newsletters | Name and email address |
| Payment Processor (if used) | Handles secure payments | Name, email, billing address |
| Hosting Provider | Hosts and stores website data | Contact forms, analytics |
| Spam Filter (e.g., Akismet) | Blocks spam in forms/comments | Comment form data |
These providers are required to use your data securely and only for the intended purpose.
Cookies and Tracking
AirKayaks.com uses cookies to improve your browsing experience.
Types of Cookies We Use:
Essential Cookies – Required for basic site functions (e.g., saving cart items).
Analytics Cookies – Help us understand how people use the site.
Preference Cookies – Remember settings like language or region.
When you first visit our site, you’ll see a cookie banner. You can choose to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can also change your cookie settings in your browser at any time.
We do not use advertising cookies or third-party marketing trackers.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
Access the personal data we have about you
Correct inaccurate or outdated information
Request deletion of your personal data
Withdraw your consent at any time
Request a copy of your data in portable form
File a complaint with your data protection authority
To use any of these rights, email us at [email protected]. We will respond within 30 days.
Children’s Privacy
AirKayaks.com is not intended for use by children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from anyone in that age group.
If you believe a child has shared personal information with us, please contact us immediately. We will delete the information as soon as possible.
International Data Transfers
Our website is hosted in the United States. If you access the site from outside the U.S., your data may be transferred and processed here.
We take steps to ensure that your data is handled according to international standards. Our service providers use privacy measures such as encryption and standard contractual clauses where required.
Security
We take data security seriously and use these safeguards:
HTTPS encryption – All data is transmitted securely
Server-level protection – Firewalls and access controls
Trusted third-party tools – All vendors follow secure practices
Limited data access – Only authorized personnel can access your data
While we use best practices to protect your data, no website can be 100% secure. You use the site at your own risk.
Data Retention
We retain your data only as long as needed for its original purpose.
Email list data – Removed within 12 months of unsubscribe or inactivity
Contact form entries – Stored for up to 12 months
Order data (if eCommerce) – Retained as required for legal and tax compliance
Analytics data – Anonymized and stored for 12 months
Comments and reviews – Kept unless you request removal
You can request deletion of your data at any time by emailing [email protected].
Automated Decisions and Profiling
We do not use your personal data to make automated decisions or create behavioral profiles.
Do Not Track (DNT)
Some browsers allow users to enable a “Do Not Track” setting. Our website does not currently respond to DNT signals, but you can manage cookies and tracking through the banner or your browser settings.
California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)
If you live in California, you may request:
A list of personal data we’ve collected about you
Deletion of your personal data
Information about how your data is used or shared
We do not sell or share your personal data for advertising. To make a request, email [email protected].
We may verify your identity before processing any request.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or want to manage your data, please contact:
Email: [email protected]
We typically respond within a few business days.