1. Introduction

Welcome to The Silksong Map ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website thesilksongmap.com (the "Site"). Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Site, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns, including:

• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device type, screen resolution
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, click patterns, referral sources
• Technical Data: IP address, browser settings, time zone, location data (if permitted)
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: As described in our Cookie Policy

2.2 Information You Provide

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide to us, such as:

• Contact Information: When you contact us via email or contact forms
• Feedback and Communications: Any messages, comments, or feedback you send to us
• Newsletter Subscription: Email address if you subscribe to our updates

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Site Operation: To provide, maintain, and improve our website functionality
• User Experience: To personalize your experience and remember your preferences
• Analytics: To understand how visitors use our site and improve our content
• Communication: To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

4. Advertising and Third-Party Services

4.2 Analytics Services

We may use analytics services such as Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our Site. These services collect information such as:

• Page views, session duration, and bounce rates
• Traffic sources and user demographics
• Device and browser information
• Geographic location data (country/region level)

This information is used solely to improve our website's performance and user experience. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

5.1 What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our Site. We use different types of cookies:

5.2 Cookie Consent

When you first visit our Site, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to:

• Accept all cookies for the full site experience
• Decline non-essential cookies (some features may be limited)
• Manage your cookie preferences at any time

5.3 Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect site functionality. For more information about managing cookies, visit your browser's help section or see our detailed Cookie Policy.

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted third-party services that help us operate our Site (Google AdSense, analytics providers)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
• Site Protection: To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

8. Your Rights and Choices

8.1 GDPR Rights (EU/EEA Residents)

If you are located in the European Union or European Economic Area, you have the following rights:

8.2 Advertising Choices

You can opt out of personalized advertising by:

• Visiting Google Ad Settings
• Using the Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out tool
• Adjusting your browser's privacy settings
• Managing cookie preferences on our Site

9. Children's Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and that appropriate safeguards are in place.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

• Email: info@thesilksongmap.com
• Website: Contact Form

13. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

14. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Analytics and advertising data may be retained according to the retention policies of our service providers.