Privacy Policy

Welcome to Beach Bum Adventure (https://beachbumadventure.com). Your privacy matters to us. This policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights.

1. Who We Are

We’re a travel blog run by an individual passionate about exploring Asia and helping others travel ethically. Our website address is: https://beachbumadventure.com

2. What Information We Collect

We collect the following data when you use our site:

  • Email addresses via our quiz, newsletter sign-up, or free resource downloads
  • Anonymous usage data via cookies and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics)
  • Click data when you interact with affiliate links
  • Personal data you provide in contact forms or comment sections

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your information to:

  • Send you relevant travel tips, resources, or promotions (if you’ve subscribed)
  • Improve website performance and understand visitor behavior via analytics
  • Track affiliate performance and earnings
  • Show personalized or targeted ads (via Ezoic and Meta Pixel)

We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties except where required to provide services you’ve opted into.

4. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies to:

  • Analyze website traffic (Google Analytics)
  • Deliver relevant ads (Ezoic, Meta Pixel)
  • Track affiliate link usage

A cookie consent banner is displayed to comply with GDPR and other data protection laws. Ezoic manages cookie compliance on our behalf. You can adjust your preferences via the banner or in your browser settings. You can see Ezoic’s full privacy policy here.

5. Affiliate Disclosure

We are part of several affiliate programs, including:

  • Travelpayouts
  • Booking.com
  • Agoda
  • Amazon Associates

This means we may earn a commission if you click a link and make a purchase at no extra cost to you. We only recommend services we trust or have used personally.

6. Email Marketing

We use Kit to manage email subscriptions. If you sign up, we may send updates about:

  • New blog posts
  • Free resources
  • Paid travel guides or products
  • Occasional promotional offers

You can unsubscribe at any time via the link in our emails.

7. Digital Product Sales

If you purchase a digital product (e.g., ebook, 1:1 consultation), we may collect:

  • Your email
  • Name (optional)
  • Payment information (handled securely via Payhip with Stripe and Paypal we do not store this data ourselves)

8. Your Rights

If you are based in the EU or UK, you have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal data
  • Correct or delete your data
  • Withdraw consent for processing
  • Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

To make a request, contact us at: steffi(at)beachbumadventure.com

9. Third-Party Services

We use trusted third-party services to run our blog and handle data securely:

  • Ezoic – ad personalization and cookie consent
  • Kit – email marketing
  • Google Analytics – website traffic analysis
  • Meta Pixel – advertising optimization
  • Payhip – digital product delivery

Each provider has its own privacy policy and is responsible for compliance.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected on this page. Your continued use of the site after updates means you agree to the revised terms.

11. Contact Us

For questions about this policy, email:
📩 steffi (at) beachbumadventure.com