Privacy Policy for Raiders of the Lost Scent
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
The privacy of our visitors is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of personal information that is received and collected by Raiders of the Lost Scent and how it is used.
Privacy-related inquiries
For any privacy-related inquiries, please contact us at: raidersofthelostscent@protonmail.com
Information We Collect
We do not directly collect personally identifiable information such as names, email addresses, or phone numbers from our visitors unless you voluntarily provide it (e.g., when contacting us via our contact form or leaving comments).
However, we may use several third-party services that automatically collect and process certain data about your usage and device when you visit our website:
- Advertising partner (including Mediavine Journey). Used for personalized and non-personalized advertising
- Google Analytics: Used for website traffic analysis and performance monitoring
- StatCounter: Used for website statistics and visitor tracking
These third-party tools collect data including, but not limited to:
- IP address
- Cookie identifiers
- Device information and operating system
- Browser type and version
- Browsing data (pages viewed, time spent on pages, referring URLs)
- Geographic location (country/city level)
Comments
If you leave a comment on our blog, the information you provide (name, email address, and comment content) will be stored. Your email address will not be published or shared with third parties.
Purpose of Data Collection
The data collected by these services is used for the following purposes:
- To display relevant advertisements and manage ad performance
- To analyze website traffic, user behavior, and overall site performance
- To improve our content and user experience
- To comply with legal obligations, particularly the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies. Below are the types of cookies we use:
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled.
Analytics Cookies
We use Google Analytics and StatCounter to understand how visitors interact with our website. These cookies collect anonymous information including page views, session duration, and traffic sources.
Advertising Cookies
Advertising (Mediavine Journey). This Site is affiliated with Mediavine Journey for the purposes of placing advertising on the Site. Mediavine Journey uses standard and widely available tools for the placement and serving of ads, including those provided by Google, Inc. and its affiliates. We may publish interest-based advertisements on the Site; that is, advertisements that are tailored to reflect your interests. To help understand your interests, Mediavine Journey, Google and our other advertising partners will track your behaviour on our website and on other websites across the Internet using cookies.
By using this Site, you consent to the use of such cookies and the sharing of data gathered by such cookies with Mediavine, Google, and our other third-party partners.
Your Rights Under GDPR
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Right to Access: You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
- Right to Rectification: You can request correction of inaccurate data
- Right to Erasure: You can request deletion of your personal data
- Right to Restrict Processing: You can request that we limit how we use your data
- Right to Data Portability: You can request your data in a structured, machine-readable format
- Right to Object: You can object to certain types of processing
- Right to Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw your consent at any time
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at raidersofthelostscent@protonmail.com.
Your Choices and Opt-Out Options
Advertising Preferences
Advertising partners may use contextual advertising, non-personalizad ads, or personalized ads depending on user preferences and applicable laws.
You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting:
- Google Ads Settings: https://www.google.com/settings/ads
- Third-Party Vendor Opt-Out: https://www.aboutads.info/choices/
- European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance: https://www.youronlinechoices.eu/
Cookie Management
You can manage or delete cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
Analytics Opt-Out
- Google Analytics Opt-Out: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Data Retention
Data collected through third-party services is retained according to their respective privacy policies:
- Google Analytics: https://policies.google.com/privacy
- StatCounter: https://statcounter.com/about/privacy/
Comments and contact form submissions are retained indefinitely unless you request deletion.
International Data Transfers
The data collected on our website may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA), including the United States. These third-party service providers comply with applicable data protection frameworks and regulations.
Third-Party Privacy Policies
We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of our third-party service providers:
- Google Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
- StatCounter Privacy Policy: https://statcounter.com/about/privacy/
Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed to individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Consent to Privacy Policy
By continuing to use our site, you signify your acceptance of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to this policy, please do not use our site.
We display a cookie notice to inform users about the use of cookies and tracking technologies.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: raidersofthelostscent@protonmail.com
Response Time: We typically respond within 48 hours
This Privacy Policy was last reviewed and updated to ensure compliance with GDPR and other applicable privacy regulations.