SURFDMC operates the website https://www.surfdmc.com, delivering top-tier travel and destination management services. For inquiries, contact us via our website.
Comments
When you comment on our site, we collect data from the comment form, your IP address, and browser user agent string to prevent spam. We may also generate an anonymized string (hash) from your email address to verify Gravatar usage. Gravatar’s privacy policy is available at https://automattic.com/privacy/. After approval, your profile picture displays publicly with your comment.
Media
If you upload images to our website, avoid including embedded location data (EXIF GPS). Visitors can download and extract location data from images on the site.
Cookies
When you comment, you can opt-in to save your name, email, and website in cookies for convenience. These cookies last one year, so you don’t need to re-enter details for future comments.
Visiting our login page sets a temporary cookie to check if your browser accepts cookies. This cookie holds no personal data and expires when you close your browser.
Upon logging in, we set cookies to store your login details and screen display preferences. Login cookies last two days, while screen option cookies persist for one year. Selecting “Remember Me” extends your login to two weeks. Logging out removes these cookies.
Editing or publishing an article saves an additional cookie in your browser, indicating the post ID of the edited article. This cookie contains no personal data and expires after one day.
Embedded Content from Other Websites
Our site may include embedded content, such as videos or images, from other websites. This content functions as if you visited the external site directly. These websites may collect your data, use cookies, or track your interactions, especially if you’re logged into their platform. Review their privacy policies for details.
Who We Share Your Data With
If you request a password reset, we include your IP address in the reset email to ensure security.
How Long We Retain Your Data
Comments and their metadata remain on our site indefinitely to streamline follow-up comment approvals. For registered users, we store personal information in your user profile. You can view, edit, or delete this data at any time, though usernames cannot be changed. Website administrators can also access and modify this information.
Your Rights Over Your Data
If you have an account or have commented on our site, you can request an exported file of your personal data or ask us to delete it. We comply with these requests, except for data we must retain for administrative, legal, or security purposes. Contact us at https://www.surfdmc.com for support.
Where Your Data Is Sent
We may process visitor comments through an automated spam detection service to maintain site integrity.