Last Updated: 01.10.2024

Welcome to BestFinnish Hotels, your trusted guide to finding the perfect accommodations in Finland. We are dedicated to helping travelers make informed decisions through authentic, verified hotel reviews. This Privacy Policy outlines how BestFinnish Hotels collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use our website and services.

1. Information We Collect

To provide you with the best service, we collect various types of information, including:

• Personal Information: When you register an account, leave a review, subscribe to our newsletters, or contact us, we may collect details such as your name, email address, phone number, and any other information you provide.
• Account Information: If you create an account with us, we collect your username, password, and any preferences you set in your profile.
• Usage Data: We automatically collect data about how you interact with our platform, including IP addresses, device information (such as model, operating system, and browser), and details like pages visited and links clicked.
• Location Data: Depending on your device settings, we may collect location data to personalize the content you see and enhance our services.
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and other tracking technologies to remember your preferences, improve user experience, and display relevant content and ads.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for several purposes, including:

• Providing Services: To manage your access to our platform and process your reviews and interactions.
• Personalization: To offer tailored content and advertisements based on your preferences.
• Communication: To respond to your inquiries, send you updates, and inform you about promotions or other relevant content.
• Analytics and Improvements: To analyze user behavior, track activity, and enhance the functionality and security of our website.
• Security and Fraud Prevention: To detect and prevent fraudulent activities, ensuring the safety of our platform.
• Compliance and Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal requirements.

3. Sharing Your Information

We respect your privacy and do not sell your personal data. However, we may share your information in the following situations:

• With Service Providers: We may share information with third-party providers who assist with platform operations, such as hosting services, payment processors, and customer support. These providers only use your data to perform their services.
• For Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information in response to legal requests or to protect our rights, property, or safety, as well as that of our users.
• Business Transfers: In the case of a merger, acquisition, or sale, your data may be transferred as part of the transaction. We will notify you of any such changes in ownership.

4. Data Security

We implement a variety of security measures to protect your data, including encryption, access controls, and regular security audits. However, please note that no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. Once your data is no longer required, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

6. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have specific rights regarding your personal data, such as:

• Right to Access: You can request copies of the personal data we hold.
• Right to Rectification: You can request corrections to inaccurate data.
• Right to Erasure: You can request the deletion of your personal data in certain circumstances.
• Right to Restrict Processing: You can ask us to limit the use of your data.
• Right to Object: You can object to the processing of your data, including for direct marketing.
• Right to Data Portability: You can request your data in a structured, machine-readable format to transfer it to another provider.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at the email provided in the "Contact Us" section below.

7. International Data Transfers

As BestFinnish Hotels operates internationally, your data may be transferred to, stored, and processed in countries outside your own. We ensure that all data transfers comply with applicable laws and this Privacy Policy.

8. Third-Party Links and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices and encourage you to review their policies before sharing any personal information.

9. Children’s Privacy

BestFinnish Hotels does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have unintentionally collected such data, we will take steps to delete it. If you believe we may have information from a child, please contact us.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. When significant changes are made, we will notify you via email or post a notice on our website. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact us at:

• Address: 123 Great Ocean Road, Apollo Bay, VIC 3233, Australia
• Phone Number: +61 3 5237 1234
• Email: [email protected]

Thank you for trusting BestFinnish Hotels. Your privacy and security are our top priorities, and we are committed to safeguarding your information.