This Privacy Policy explains how Web Tech Media Ltd. (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal data when you visit romehotels.us.com (“Website”). We are committed to complying with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable privacy laws.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
A. Information You Provide Directly
- Name (only if submitted via contact forms)
- Email address
- Messages or inquiries submitted through our contact form
B. Automatically Collected Data
- IP address (anonymized where required)
- Device type and browser information
- Pages visited and time spent on the Website
- Referring website or search query
C. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies for analytics, functionality, and affiliate tracking. For detailed information, see our Cookie Policy.
D. Affiliate Tracking
Clicking on hotel links may redirect you to third-party booking partners (e.g., Booking.com, Expedia). These partners may use cookies to track bookings for commission purposes.
2. How We Use Your Information
Your personal data may be used for:
- Responding to inquiries submitted through our contact form
- Improving website performance, design, and user experience
- Analytics and statistical purposes (e.g., Google Analytics)
- Tracking affiliate link performance
- Ensuring website security and preventing abusive behavior
3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
We process your personal data under the following lawful bases:
- Consent: For analytics cookies, contact form submissions, newsletter signup (if applicable)
- Legitimate interest: Website security, performance, essential cookies
- Contract: When responding to user inquiries
- Legal obligation: To comply with applicable laws
4. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal data. However, data may be shared with:
- Analytics providers (Google Analytics, anonymized where required)
- Affiliate partners (hotel booking platforms)
- Hosting providers for technical operation of the Website
- Service providers assisting with security and technical performance
Third parties operate under their own privacy policies, and we encourage users to review them.
5. Data Storage and Retention
We store personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined above:
- Contact form submissions: up to 12 months
- Analytics data: typically 14–26 months (depending on provider settings)
- Cookies: based on cookie duration (see Cookie Policy)
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data, including encryption (HTTPS), secure hosting, access controls, and regular security monitoring.
7. Your GDPR Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”)
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Object to processing
- Restrict processing in certain circumstances
- Request data portability
- Lodge a complaint with your local Data Protection Authority
To exercise any rights, contact us at: [Insert Email]
8. Third-Party Links
Our Website may contain links to hotels, booking platforms, and travel services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.
9. International Data Transfers
Some third-party service providers (e.g., analytics, hosting) may process data outside the EU. When this occurs, we ensure compliance through:
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
- GDPR-compliant service provider agreements
- Appropriate safeguards for international transfers
10. Children’s Privacy
RomeHotels.us.com is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.
11. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in laws, technology, or our practices. The “Last Updated” date will always indicate the latest version.
Your California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
This section applies only to residents of the State of California and supplements the information
provided in our main Privacy Policy. It explains your rights under the
California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the
California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA).
1. Categories of Personal Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of personal information:
- Identifiers (e.g., IP address, device ID)
- Commercial information (e.g., interactions with affiliate links)
- Internet or network activity data (e.g., browsing behavior, pages visited)
- Geolocation data (approximate, IP-based)
- Inferences drawn from analytics data
- Information you voluntarily provide (e.g., via contact form)
2. Purposes for Collecting Personal Information
We may use your information for the following business purposes:
- Analytics and site performance tracking
- Affiliate link tracking
- Security and fraud prevention
- Responding to user inquiries
- Improving the functionality and content of the Website
3. Categories of Third Parties We Share Information With
- Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
- Affiliate partners (e.g., booking platforms)
- Hosting and security service providers
- Advertising/affiliate networks
4. Your CCPA Rights
As a California resident, you have the following rights:
- The Right to Know what personal information we collect, use, share, or sell.
- The Right to Access a copy of the personal information we collected about you.
- The Right to Delete personal information we hold about you (with certain exceptions).
- The Right to Correct inaccurate personal information.
- The Right to Opt-Out of Sale or Sharing of your personal information.
- The Right to Non-Discrimination for exercising any of your rights.
5. How to Submit a CCPA Request
You may submit a request to access, delete, or correct your data by contacting us at:
Email: info@romehotels.us.com
Subject Line: CCPA Request
We may need to verify your identity to process the request. You may also designate an authorized
agent to submit a request on your behalf.
6. Do We Sell or Share Personal Information?
Under CCPA, “selling” or “sharing” may include sharing data with third parties for analytics or
affiliate tracking purposes. RomeHotels.us.com may share identifiers such as
cookies, device IDs, and click tracking with:
- Analytics providers
- Affiliate networks
You may opt out by adjusting your cookie preferences or enabling
Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information via the link below.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in
our Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
9. Contact Information
For privacy concerns or GDPR requests, contact:
Web Tech Media Ltd.
Email: info@romehotels.us.com