Privacy Policy
- May 19, 2026
Welcome to Combing The Coast (“we,” “our,” or “us”).
This Privacy Policy explains how information may be collected, used, and protected when you visit this website.
Combing The Coast is a U.S.-based coastal travel and lifestyle website featuring destination guides, travel recommendations, affiliate links, and occasional online merchandise sales.
By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
Information You Voluntarily Provide
We may collect personal information you voluntarily provide when you:
- Contact us through forms or email
- Subscribe to newsletters or updates
- Place an order through our online shop
- Leave comments or otherwise interact with the website
This information may include:
- Name
- Email address
- Billing or shipping information
- Any additional information you choose to provide
Information Collected Automatically
Like most websites, we automatically collect limited technical and usage information when you visit the site.
This may include:
- IP address
- Browser and device information
- Pages viewed
- Referral sources
- Approximate location information
- General website activity and usage data
This information helps us improve website performance, analyze traffic, maintain security, and better understand how visitors use the site.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
This website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality, analyze traffic, support affiliate tracking, and enhance the user experience.
We may use third-party providers for:
- Analytics and website performance
- Advertising and affiliate tracking
- E-commerce functionality
- Spam prevention and security
- Social media integrations
You can adjust your browser settings to disable cookies if preferred, though some features of the site may not function properly.
Analytics and Third-Party Services
We use third-party services to help operate, secure, and improve the website. These services may collect anonymized or aggregated usage information through cookies or similar technologies.
These services may include analytics providers, social media platforms, website performance tools, advertising partners, and security services.
These third-party providers operate under their own privacy policies.
Affiliate Links
Some pages on this website contain affiliate links. This means we may earn a commission if you click a link and make a purchase, at no additional cost to you.
Affiliate partners may include:
- Amazon Associates
- Travel booking and hospitality affiliate programs
- Retail and lifestyle affiliate partners
As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
Third-party websites linked from this site may collect information according to their own privacy policies.
Shop and E-Commerce
This website may offer products or merchandise through third-party e-commerce and fulfillment providers.
Payment processing, shipping information, and order fulfillment may be handled by third-party providers. We do not store full payment card information on our servers.
Embedded Content and External Links
Articles on this website may include embedded content or links to third-party websites and platforms, including social media platforms, travel booking sites, retailers, or tourism websites.
Embedded content behaves the same way as if you visited the third-party website directly.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.
Images and Content
Images on this website may include original photography, licensed stock photography, or graphics used with permission.
Unless otherwise stated, original website content and photography are the property of Combing The Coast and may not be reproduced without permission.
How We Use Information
We may use collected information to:
- Operate and maintain the website
Improve content and user experience - Analyze website traffic and trends
Process purchases and orders - Respond to inquiries
Prevent spam, fraud, or abuse - Support affiliate reporting and website performance
Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as reasonably necessary for operational, legal, or business purposes.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including the right to:
- Request access to personal information
- Request correction or deletion
- Opt out of certain tracking or marketing activities
California residents may have additional rights under applicable California privacy laws.
To make a privacy-related request, contact us at:
combingthecoast@gmail.com
International Visitors
Although this website is operated in the United States, visitors may access the site from other countries. By using the site, you understand that information may be transferred to and processed in the United States.
Children’s Privacy
This website is not intended for children under 13 years of age, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
Contact
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, you may contact:
Combing The Coast
Email: combingthecoast@gmail.com