Last updated: June 2025
HotelsStay ("we", "us", or "our") operates the website hotelsstay.org. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit our website. By using our site, you agree to the practices described below.
1. Information We Collect
We do not collect personal information directly. However, third-party services used on this site may collect data automatically, including:
- IP address and approximate location
- Browser type and device information
- Pages visited and time spent on the site
- Referring websites
2. Cookies
Our website uses cookies — small text files stored on your device — to improve your experience. We use the following types of cookies:
- Analytics cookies (Google Analytics / Google Ads): to understand how visitors use our site.
- Affiliate cookies (Booking.com, Stay22): to track referrals and attribute commissions when you click through and make a booking.
You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time. Note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
3. Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services that may collect and process data:
- Google Analytics & Google Ads – for traffic measurement and advertising. See Google's Privacy Policy.
- Booking.com Affiliate Programme – for hotel search and booking referrals. See Booking.com's Privacy Policy.
- Stay22 – for hotel affiliate link monetisation. See Stay22's Privacy Policy.
These services have their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review them.
4. How We Use Data
Any data collected through analytics tools is used solely to understand how our content is performing and to improve the user experience. We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.
5. Affiliate Links
This website contains affiliate links. If you click a link and make a booking, we may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Please see our Affiliate Disclaimer for full details.
6. Your Rights (GDPR)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), including the Netherlands, you have the following rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
- The right to access the personal data we hold about you
- The right to request correction or deletion of your data
- The right to object to or restrict processing of your data
- The right to data portability
- The right to withdraw consent at any time
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the email address listed below.
7. Data Retention
We do not store personal data directly on our servers. Any data retained by third-party services (such as Google Analytics) is subject to their own retention policies.
8. Children's Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: info@hotelsstay.org