Welcome to GateGuard.travel. Your privacy matters to us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you visit our website, how we use it, and the choices you have. By using GateGuard.travel, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

The short version: We do not sell your personal information. We use standard tools like Google AdSense and analytics to run and improve this site. You can opt out of personalized advertising at any time.

Who We Are

GateGuard.travel is a Canadian travel information website that helps travellers understand airline baggage fees, find travel tips, and make smarter booking decisions. We are based in Ontario, Canada.

If you have any questions about this policy, you can reach us through our Contact page.

Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

Google AdSense and Advertising

GateGuard.travel uses Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google AdSense uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this website and other websites on the internet.

Our Google AdSense publisher ID is: ca-pub-6752022485462113

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. Google Analytics collects information such as how often users visit the site, what pages they visit, and what other sites they used prior to coming to our site. We use this information to improve our content and user experience. Google Analytics collects only the IP address assigned to you on the date you visit this site, not your name or other identifying information.

You can prevent Google Analytics from recognizing you on return visits by disabling cookies in your browser or by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Affiliate Links

Some links on GateGuard.travel are affiliate links, meaning we may earn a small commission if you click through and make a purchase, at no additional cost to you. We only recommend products and services we genuinely believe are useful to travellers. Affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial content or reviews.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our website, such as Google (for analytics and advertising), provided those parties agree to keep this information confidential. We may also disclose information when required by law.

Third-Party Websites

Our website contains links to third-party websites, including airline websites, booking platforms, and other travel resources. This Privacy Policy applies only to GateGuard.travel. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of any linked sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

Children's Privacy

GateGuard.travel is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us and we will promptly delete it.

Your Rights as a Canadian Resident

If you are a resident of Canada, you have rights under the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), including the right to access personal information we hold about you and the right to request corrections. To exercise these rights, please contact us through our Contact page.

Cookies: Your Choices

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies, delete existing cookies, or be notified when a cookie is set. Please note that disabling cookies may affect your experience on some parts of our site. For more information about managing cookies, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.

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 changes, we will update the date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please reach out through our Contact page. We are happy to help.