Who We Are
Our website address is: https://tangyocean.com
TangyOcean is a travel blog dedicated to providing authentic travel guides, destination tips, and cultural insights. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information responsibly.
Contact Information:
Email: contact@tangyocean.com
Website: https://tangyocean.com
What Personal Data We Collect and Why
Comments
When you leave comments on our site, we collect:
- The data shown in the comments form (name, email address, website)
- Your IP address
- Your browser user agent string
Why we collect this: To help with spam detection and moderation.
An anonymized string created from your email address (called a hash) may be provided to the Gravatar service to display your profile picture. The Gravatar service privacy policy is available at: https://automattic.com/privacy/
After approval of your comment, your profile picture and comment content are visible to the public.
Media
If you upload images to the website, avoid uploading images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS) included. Visitors to the website can download and extract any location data from images on the website.
What we recommend: Remove EXIF data before uploading photos to protect your privacy.
Contact Forms
When you submit a contact form, we collect:
- Your name
- Email address
- Message content
Why we collect this: To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support.
Data retention: Contact form submissions are retained for up to 2 years for customer service purposes.
Cookies
We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Here’s what cookies we set:
Comment Cookies:
- If you leave a comment, you may opt-in to save your name, email address, and website in cookies for your convenience
- These cookies last for one year
Login Cookies:
- Temporary cookie to check if your browser accepts cookies (discarded when you close your browser)
- Login cookies last for two days
- Screen options cookies last for one year
- “Remember Me” option extends login for two weeks
- Post editing cookie expires after 1 day
Analytics Cookies:
- We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our site
- These cookies collect anonymous information about page visits, time spent on site, and traffic sources
- You can opt-out of Google Analytics at: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Third-Party Cookies:
- Affiliate links and embedded content may set cookies from third parties (Amazon, Booking.com, etc.)
Embedded Content from Other Websites
Articles on this site may include embedded content such as:
- YouTube videos
- Instagram posts
- Google Maps
- Pinterest pins
- Booking widgets
Embedded content from other websites behaves as if you visited those websites directly. These websites may:
- Collect data about you
- Use cookies
- Embed additional third-party tracking
- Monitor your interaction with embedded content
We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these third-party services:
- YouTube: https://policies.google.com/privacy
- Instagram: https://help.instagram.com/519522125107875
- Google Maps: https://policies.google.com/privacy
- Pinterest: https://policy.pinterest.com/privacy-policy
Analytics and Tracking
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand visitor behavior and improve our content. Google Analytics collects:
- Pages visited
- Time spent on site
- Geographic location (city/country level)
- Device type and browser
- Referral sources
This data is anonymized and used solely to improve user experience.
Opt-out: Use the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Affiliate Links
TangyOcean participates in affiliate programs including:
- Amazon Associates
- Booking.com
- Skyscanner
- GetYourGuide
When you click affiliate links, these companies may set cookies to track referrals. We earn a small commission if you make a purchase, at no extra cost to you. This helps us maintain the blog.
Email Newsletter (If Applicable)
If you subscribe to our email newsletter:
- We collect your email address and name (optional)
- We use [MailChimp/ConvertKit/Other] to manage subscriptions
- You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in every email
- We never sell or share your email address with third parties
- Newsletter emails may track open rates and click-through rates
Frequency: We send newsletters approximately [weekly/monthly/as needed].
Who We Share Your Data With
We do not sell your personal data to third parties. We may share data with:
Service Providers:
- Web hosting: [Hostinger] – for website operation
- Email service: [MailChimp/ConvertKit] – for newsletters (if applicable)
- Analytics: Google Analytics – for website statistics
- Payment processors: PayPal, Stripe – for sponsored content payments (if applicable)
- CDN provider: Cloudflare – for site performance and security
Legal Requirements:
We may disclose your information if required by law or to:
- Comply with legal processes
- Protect our rights and property
- Prevent fraud or security issues
- Protect the safety of our users
Password Resets:
If you request a password reset, your IP address will be included in the reset email for security purposes.
How Long We Retain Your Data
Comments: Retained indefinitely to enable automatic approval of follow-up comments from recognized users.
User Account Data: Stored as long as the account remains active. You can request deletion at any time.
Contact Form Submissions: Retained for up to 2 years for customer service purposes.
Analytics Data: Google Analytics data is retained for 26 months.
Cookies: Cookie duration varies (see Cookies section above).
Email Newsletter Data: Retained until you unsubscribe.
What Rights You Have Over Your Data
Under GDPR and other privacy laws, you have the following rights:
Right to Access
Request a copy of all personal data we hold about you.
Right to Rectification
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
Right to Erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”)
Request deletion of your personal data, except where we’re legally required to retain it.
Right to Restrict Processing
Request that we limit how we use your data.
Right to Data Portability
Request your data in a machine-readable format.
Right to Object
Object to processing of your data for direct marketing purposes.
Right to Withdraw Consent
Withdraw consent at any time where we rely on consent for processing.
How to Exercise Your Rights:
Email us at: contact@tangyocean.com
We will respond to requests within 30 days.
Account Data Management
If you have an account on this site:
- You can see, edit, or delete your personal information at any time in your profile
- You cannot change your username once set
- Website administrators can also see and edit your information
- You can request account deletion at any time
Where Your Data is Sent
Spam Detection:
Visitor comments may be checked through Akismet, an automated spam detection service. Akismet privacy policy: https://automattic.com/privacy/
International Transfers:
Your data may be transferred to and stored on servers located outside your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.
Server Location:
Our website is hosted on secure servers. For specific server location information, please contact us at contact@tangyocean.com.
Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data:
- SSL/HTTPS encryption for data transmission
- Secure password storage (hashed and salted)
- Regular security updates and patches
- Limited access to personal data (admin only)
- Regular backups
However, no internet transmission is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
Children’s Privacy
TangyOcean is not directed at children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately.
Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to external websites not operated by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
Common third-party services we link to:
- Booking.com
- Airbnb
- Google Maps
- TripAdvisor
- Social media platforms
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect:
- Changes in our practices
- Legal or regulatory requirements
- New features or services
How we notify you:
- Updated “Last Updated” date at the top
- Notice on the website homepage (for significant changes)
- Email notification to newsletter subscribers (for major changes)
We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Your Acceptance of These Terms
By using TangyOcean.com, you consent to this privacy policy.
California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
Right to Know: Request information about data collected, sources, purposes, and third parties we share it with.
Right to Delete: Request deletion of personal information (with certain exceptions).
Right to Opt-Out: Opt-out of the sale of personal information. Note: We do not sell personal information.
Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your CCPA rights.
How to Exercise CCPA Rights:
Email: contact@tangyocean.com
Response time: 45 days
EU Visitors (GDPR Compliance)
TangyOcean complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for EU visitors.
Legal Basis for Processing:
- Consent: Newsletter subscriptions, comment posting
- Legitimate Interest: Analytics, security, blog improvement
- Legal Obligation: Compliance with laws
Data Controller:
TangyOcean
Contact: contact@tangyocean.com
Data Protection Officer:
For GDPR inquiries: contact@tangyocean.com
Cookie Consent
By continuing to use TangyOcean.com, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.
Managing Cookies:
- Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies
- Disabling cookies may affect website functionality
- Opt-out links are provided for third-party cookies
Contact Information
For questions, concerns, or requests regarding this privacy policy or your personal data:
Email: contact@tangyocean.com or contact@tangyocean.com
Website: https://tangyocean.com/contact
Response Time: We aim to respond within 48-72 hours
Additional Information
Affiliate Disclosure:
Some links on TangyOcean are affiliate links. We may earn a commission when you book or purchase through these links at no extra cost to you. This supports our blog.
User Generated Content:
Comments and reviews you post are public and may be viewed by anyone. Do not share sensitive personal information in comments.
Spam Prevention:
We use automated tools to prevent spam. This may involve analyzing comment patterns and IP addresses.
Last Updated: October 13, 2025
This privacy policy was created for TangyOcean.com and may be updated as our practices evolve. Please check back regularly for updates.
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