Privacy Policy
Effective Date: May 26, 2026
Last Updated: May 26, 2026
Welcome to Bill Goes Solo ("we," "us," or "our"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit www.billgoessolo.com (the "Site"). We're committed to keeping things straightforward and respecting your privacy. By using this Site, you agree to the practices described below.
Who We Are
Bill Goes Solo is a travel blog created and operated by Bill Duffield, sharing stories, guides, itineraries, and recommendations for solo travelers. You can reach us anytime at [your email address] with questions or concerns about your privacy.
Information We Collect
Basic Analytics Data
When you visit the Site, we automatically collect limited, non-personally identifying information through standard analytics tools. This typically includes:
Pages you view and how long you spend on them
The general geographic region you're visiting from (usually country or city level)
The type of device, browser, and operating system you use
The website or search engine that referred you to us
Anonymized IP address information
This data is aggregated and used solely to understand how the Site is performing, which content readers find useful, and how we can improve the experience.
Email Newsletter Subscriptions
If you choose to subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address and, optionally, your first name. We use this information exclusively to send you newsletter content, including travel guides, destination recommendations, new blog posts, and occasional personal updates.
We will never sell, rent, or share your email address with third parties for marketing purposes. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link at the bottom of any newsletter email.
Comments and Contact Forms
If you leave a comment on a blog post or send a message through a contact form, we collect the information you provide, such as your name, email address, and message content. This information is used to respond to you and, in the case of comments, to display your name alongside your comment.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
Operate and improve the Site
Understand reader interests and create better content
Send newsletter emails to subscribers
Respond to messages, questions, and comments
Comply with legal obligations
We do not use your information for automated decision-making or profiling.
Cookies and Similar Technologies
The Site uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enable basic site functions and gather analytics data. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us recognize returning visitors and understand site usage patterns.
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some functionality of the Site but will not prevent you from reading content.
Third-Party Services
We use trusted third-party services to operate the Site. These may include:
Analytics providers (such as Google Analytics) to measure site traffic
Email service providers (such as Mailchimp, ConvertKit, or Substack) to deliver newsletters
Hosting and content delivery services to keep the Site running
These services have their own privacy policies governing how they handle data. We recommend reviewing their policies if you want to understand their practices in more detail.
The Site may also contain links to other websites, including affiliate links to products, accommodations, or services we recommend. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those external sites.
Your Rights and Choices
Depending on where you live, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including:
The right to access the information we hold about you
The right to correct inaccurate information
The right to request deletion of your information
The right to opt out of email communications
The right to object to or restrict certain processing
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [your email address]. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe.
Residents of the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom, California, and other regions with specific privacy laws may have additional rights under GDPR, UK GDPR, CCPA, or similar regulations.
Data Retention
We retain newsletter subscriber information for as long as you remain subscribed. Analytics data is typically retained in aggregated form for up to 26 months. Comments remain associated with their posts unless you request removal.
Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your information using industry-standard security practices. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Children's Privacy
The Site is intended for adult readers, primarily solo travelers in their 30s to 50s. We do not knowingly collect information from anyone under the age of 16. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can remove it.
International Visitors
If you're visiting from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored in, and processed in the United States, where data protection laws may differ from those in your country.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. When we make significant changes, we'll update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please reach out:
Email: [your email address]
Website: www.billgoessolo.com
Thanks for reading, and safe travels.