Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to TripLanka (www.triplanka.com). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, protect, and disclose your information when you visit or use our website.

By accessing or using TripLanka, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

2. Who We Are

TripLanka is an independent travel information platform focused on Sri Lanka tourism. We provide destination guides, travel recommendations, tourism resources, and links to third-party travel services.

3. Information We Collect

A. Information You Voluntarily Provide

• Name and Email address
• Messages sent through contact forms
• Newsletter subscription details
• Feedback or inquiries

B. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically, such as IP address, browser type, device type, pages visited, and approximate geographic location.

C. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to improve website functionality and understand visitor behavior.

4. How We Use Your Information

• To operate and maintain the website
• To improve user experience and personalize content
• To respond to inquiries or requests
• To analyze website traffic and performance
• To detect fraud, abuse, or security issues

5. Legal Basis for Processing

Depending on your location, we may process personal information based on your consent, performance of a service request, or legitimate business interests.

6. Cookies Policy

TripLanka may use cookies for essential website functions, analytics, and affiliate tracking. You may control or disable cookies through your browser settings.

7. Analytics Tools

We use analytics services such as Google Analytics and Search Console to understand usage patterns. These services collect data according to their own privacy policies.

8. Advertising and Affiliates

TripLanka may display ads or use affiliate links. Third-party advertisers may use cookies to personalize ads. We do not control third-party privacy practices.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website contains links to third-party websites. TripLanka is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of those external websites.

10. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share limited data with hosting providers, analytics providers, and legal authorities only when strictly necessary.

11. International Transfers

Data may be processed internationally by our service providers, subject to applicable safeguards.

12. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as reasonably necessary for operational purposes, legal obligations, or security requirements.

13. Security

We use reasonable administrative and technical safeguards to protect your data. However, no method of transmission is 100% secure.

14. Your Rights

You have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your personal information. To exercise these rights, please contact us.

15. Email Communications

If you subscribe to updates, you may unsubscribe at any time using the link in our emails.

16. Children's Privacy

TripLanka is not intended for children under the required age. We do not knowingly collect information from children.

17. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of Sri Lanka.