Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how Discovery Egypt (referred to as "we," "us," or "our") handles the personal data of visitors to our website, discoverypt.xyz. We are committed to protecting the privacy of our users and ensuring that any information collected is used in a responsible and transparent manner.

This document outlines the types of data we may collect, the purposes for which it is used, and the rights you have regarding your information. Our egypt travelling guides and location resources are built for independent visitors planning coastal trips along the Red Sea and Nile Valley. We approach personal data with the same care we bring to our travel guidance: keep it lean, handle it honestly, and explain it plainly.

By using our site, you agree to the terms described in this policy. If you do not agree with these terms, please discontinue use of the website.

We collect minimal personal data from our visitors. This may include information you provide directly to us, such as your name and email address when you contact us via email. We only ask for the details we genuinely need to respond to your enquiry.

We also automatically collect certain technical information when you visit our site, such as your IP address, browser type, and the pages you view. This technical data is collected through standard web server logs and is used to monitor the performance and security of our website.

We do not collect sensitive personal data such as health information, racial or ethnic origin, religious beliefs, or biometric data. If you believe we have inadvertently received such information, please contact us so we can securely delete it.

The personal information we collect is used primarily to respond to your inquiries and to improve the content and functionality of our website. When you email us about a specific guide, a coastal location, or a route question, we use your message to reply with useful, specific guidance.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties for marketing purposes. Technical data is used in an aggregated and anonymous form to analyze site traffic patterns and to ensure that our travel guides and resources are meeting the needs of our users.

Our focus is on providing a useful and secure experience for every visitor. We may use anonymized data to understand which guides are most read, which coastal regions attract the most planning interest, and where we should expand our coverage next. No individual reader is profiled or targeted based on their reading habits.

We store your personal data on secure servers and implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect it against unauthorized access, disclosure, or loss. Access to personal data is restricted to authorized team members who require it to respond to your enquiry or maintain the site.

We only retain your personal information for as long as is necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. When your data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymized. We are committed to the principle of data minimization, meaning we collect only what the task requires and keep it only as long as it serves a legitimate purpose.

Server log data, such as IP addresses and page-visit records, is typically retained for a limited period measured in weeks or months, after which it is automatically purged or fully anonymized so it can no longer be traced back to an individual device or household.

You have the right to access the personal data we hold about you and to request that it be corrected or deleted. You also have the right to object to the processing of your data or to request a restriction on its use.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We will respond to your request in accordance with applicable data protection laws and will make every effort to resolve any concerns you may have.

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a site. They help us remember your preferences, analyze site traffic, and provide a more personalized experience.

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings, although this may affect the functionality of some parts of our site. For more detailed information, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

We take the security of your data seriously and have implemented various measures to prevent unauthorized access or disclosure. This includes the use of encryption for data transmission and regular security audits of our systems.

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. We encourage you to take precautions to protect your own personal information when using the internet, such as using strong passwords and keeping your browser updated.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the "last updated" date will be revised accordingly.

We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your privacy. Your continued use of the site after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the new terms.

If the changes are significant, we may also provide a visible notice on the homepage or send a notification to the email address you provided when contacting us, where practical.