Privacy Policy
Last updated: May 2026. This policy explains what data Wandering Hermit collects and how we use it.
Who we are
Wandering Hermit (“we”, “our”, “us”) operates https://www.wanderinghermit.com, a free travel planning website.
Information we collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Usage data: pages visited, browser type, approximate location, and referral source via analytics tools.
- Trip planner inputs: destinations, trip length, and optional notes you submit to generate an itinerary.
- Email address: only if you choose to email an itinerary to yourself.
- Cookies: small files stored on your device for language preference, analytics, and advertising (see below).
How we use information
We use data to operate and improve the website, generate itineraries you request, send itinerary emails you opt into, measure traffic, and prevent abuse.
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
Third-party services
We rely on trusted providers that process data on our behalf, including hosting (Vercel), analytics (Google Analytics), email delivery (Amazon SES), and AI itinerary generation (OpenAI). Each provider has its own privacy policy.
If you click external links (airlines, tourism boards, partner sites), their privacy practices apply on those sites.
Advertising and cookies
We may display ads through Google AdSense or similar programs. Ad partners may use cookies to serve personalized or non-personalized ads based on your visits to this and other sites.
You can manage cookie preferences in your browser settings and, where available, through Google’s ad settings. Essential cookies needed for site functionality may still be required.
Data retention
Itinerary requests are processed in real time; we do not maintain a permanent account system. Email addresses used for itinerary delivery are retained only as long as needed for that service and operational logs.
Analytics data is retained according to our analytics provider’s default retention windows.
Your rights
Depending on where you live, you may have rights to access, correct, or delete personal data we hold about you. Contact us at the email below and we will respond within a reasonable time.
Children
Our site is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Changes
We may update this policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date at the top will change when we do.
Contact
Privacy questions: hello@wanderinghermit.com