At CruiseShipsGo.com, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains what types of personal information we collect, how we use it, and how we protect your data. By using this website, you agree to the terms outlined below.
We aim to be transparent and responsible in handling data, following applicable privacy laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for users in the EU and relevant standards in the U.S., Canada, and other jurisdictions.
What We Collect
CruiseShipsGo.com is primarily an information platform. Visitors can explore content freely without submitting personal information. However, in limited cases — such as when commenting or clicking affiliate links — certain data may be collected.
We may collect the following:
- Name and email address (if you post a comment)
- IP address, browser type, and device details (for security and analytics)
- Anonymous usage data including pages visited, time on site, and referral source
We do not request or store sensitive personal data like payment details, passport info, or travel bookings.
Why We Use This Information
Data is used exclusively for the proper functioning of the site and to improve user experience. Specifically, we may:
- Moderate comments and detect spam
- Track page performance, visitor interest, and content effectiveness
- Provide basic affiliate tracking (when you click on cruise offers or comparison tools)
- Ensure security and prevent unauthorized access or abuse of the site
We do not sell your data. Affiliate tracking is anonymized and used solely to credit referral commissions to help support the website.
Use of Cookies
This site uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance browsing experience and help us understand how users engage with our content. These may include:
- Functional cookies to remember user preferences (e.g., if you’ve filled a comment form before)
- Analytics and affiliate cookies from third parties like Google Analytics or cruise partner networks
You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings. Declining cookies may affect how some features function but will not prevent access to most of the site.
GDPR & Your Rights
If you are a user in the EU, EEA, or UK, you have legal rights regarding your personal data. These include the right to:
- Request access to the data we hold about you
- Ask for correction or deletion of your personal information
- Object to how we process your data or request data portability
- File a complaint with your national data authority
Data Security & Retention
CruiseShipsGo.com uses HTTPS encryption, spam protection tools, and regular site maintenance to safeguard data. Comment-related personal data may be retained as long as necessary for moderation, but never shared externally unless legally required.
We do not collect or store any financial data or user accounts.