Arequipa.net
Privacy Policy
Last updated: 2026-05-15
This Privacy Policy describes how Arequipa.net (https://arequipa.net) collects, uses, and protects information when you visit our website.
1. Information we collect
Usage data (automatic)
We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to understand how users interact with the site. GA4 anonymously collects: pages visited, time on site, country of origin, device type, and traffic source. It does not collect personally identifiable information without your consent.
Data you provide voluntarily
- Guest Book: name, email address, and message when you submit an entry.
- Business listing: business name, contact information, and payment data processed by Stripe.
- Contact form: name and email address.
2. How we use your information
- To publish approved Guest Book entries (with your consent).
- To process and manage business listings.
- To improve site content and user experience.
- To respond to contact inquiries.
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.
3. Cookies
Arequipa.net uses cookies for:
- Analytics: Google Analytics 4 uses cookies to measure traffic anonymously.
- Advertising: Google AdSense uses cookies to display relevant ads. You can opt out of personalized advertising at adssettings.google.com.
- Preferences: we store your theme preference (light/dark) and cookie consent.
You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality.
4. Third-party services
Arequipa.net integrates the following external services, each with its own privacy policy:
- Google Analytics 4 — anonymous traffic analytics.
- Google AdSense — contextual advertising.
- Stripe — payment processing for business listings. Stripe does not share payment data with us.
- GetYourGuide and Viator — affiliate links to tours. If you click these links and book, we may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
5. Data retention
We retain Guest Book data while the site is active. Contact data is deleted once the inquiry has been answered. Payment data is managed exclusively by Stripe.
6. Your rights
You have the right to:
- Request access to the personal data we hold about you.
- Request correction or deletion of your data.
- Withdraw consent for cookie use at any time.
To exercise these rights, contact us at atencionalcliente@arequipa.net.
7. Minors
Arequipa.net is not directed at children under 13 and we do not knowingly collect information from minors.
8. Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. The last updated date appears at the top of this page. Continued use of the site after any changes constitutes acceptance of the new policy.
9. Contact
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at: atencionalcliente@arequipa.net