Privacy Policy
Last updated May 2026. This policy explains how Traced. collects, uses, and protects your information.
Who we are
Traced. is an independent travel journal operated by Gabriel, based in Canada. If you have any questions about this policy, you can contact us at [email protected].
What information we collect
We collect anonymous page view data through Google Analytics including your IP address (anonymised), browser type, pages visited, and general geographic location. If you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address through Beehiiv. We use cookies to operate Google Analytics and Google AdSense.
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to analyse site traffic. We have enabled IP anonymisation, which means your full IP address is never stored.
Google AdSense
We display advertisements through Google AdSense. Google uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our site. You can opt out of personalised advertising by visiting Google Ad Settings.
Newsletter — Beehiiv
If you subscribe to our newsletter, your email address is stored and managed by Beehiiv. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any newsletter email.
Your rights under CASL and GDPR
As a Canadian operator, we comply with CASL. We will only send you marketing emails if you have explicitly opted in. If you are located in the EU, you have rights under GDPR including the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data. Contact us at [email protected].
Children's privacy
Traced. is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Contact
For any privacy-related questions, contact Gabriel at [email protected].