Effective Date: June 27, 2025
Last Updated: June 27, 2025
Roam50States.com (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our users (“you” or “your”). This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit and interact with our website.
1. Who We Are
Our website address is: https://roam50states.com
2. What Personal Data We Collect and Why
2.1 Comments
When visitors leave comments on the site, we collect the data shown in the comments form, along with the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help with spam detection.
An anonymized string (hash) from your email address may be sent to the Gravatar service. Their privacy policy is available at: https://automattic.com/privacy/
2.2 Contact Forms
If you submit a message through our contact form, we collect your name, email address, and the message content. This information is used solely for customer support and is never shared or sold.
2.3 Email Sign-Ups
If you subscribe to updates or download free content, we may collect your name and email address. This data is used to send relevant updates. You may unsubscribe at any time using the link in any email we send.
2.4 Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Store user preferences
- Enable login sessions (if applicable)
- Track analytics and traffic data
If you leave a comment, you may opt-in to saving your name, email address, and website in cookies for your convenience. These last for one year.
2.5 Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand visitor behavior and improve our site. Google may collect IP addresses, browser type, referring URLs, and interaction data via cookies.
For more information, visit Google’s Privacy Policy.
2.6 Embedded Content from Other Sites
Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g., YouTube videos, Google Maps, or event widgets). Embedded content from other websites behaves as if you visited that external site and may collect your data, use cookies, or track your interaction.
2.7 Affiliate Links
Some posts may contain affiliate links. If you click a link and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. These links help support the site’s operations.
We only recommend products or services that we believe are relevant to travelers and align with our mission.
3. Who We Share Your Data With
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.
Data may be shared with:
- Google (Analytics)
- Anti-spam and security tools
- Email service providers (e.g., for newsletters)
4. How Long We Retain Your Data
If you leave a comment, the comment and its metadata are retained indefinitely.
For registered users (if any), we store the personal information they provide in their profile. All users can view, edit, or delete their personal information (except username).
5. What Rights You Have Over Your Data
If you have an account or have left comments, you can request an exported file of the personal data we hold about you. You can also request deletion of your personal data, except for data we are required to keep for legal, administrative, or security purposes.
To request this, please contact us at: admin@roam50states.com
6. Where Your Data Is Sent
Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service (e.g., Akismet). Email forms are handled securely through our hosting and/or email providers.
7. How We Protect Your Data
We use secure servers and standard encryption protocols (SSL) to safeguard personal information. Access to your data is limited to authorized personnel only.
8. Children’s Privacy
This website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.
10. Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact:
admin@roam50states.com
Team Roam 50 States
