Privacy Policy

How we collect, use, and protect your information

Beta Version Notice

dulania is currently in Beta version 0.1. This privacy policy applies to our beta service and may be updated as we enhance our platform.

Effective Date: August 24, 2025
Last Updated: August 24, 2025

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Search and Travel Preferences

When you use our travel comparison services, we collect:

  • Search Queries: Destination preferences, budget ranges, travel dates, and activity interests
  • Location Data: Your approximate location (with your consent) to provide relevant travel options and pricing
  • Travel Preferences: Number of travelers, accommodation preferences, and flight class preferences
  • Budget Information: Budget ranges and spending preferences to match you with appropriate offers

1.2 Technical Information

We automatically collect certain technical information:

  • Device Information: Browser type, device type, operating system, and screen resolution
  • Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, search interactions, and click patterns
  • Session Data: Session identifiers for maintaining your search state and preferences
  • Performance Metrics: API response times, search result quality, and system performance data

1.3 Information We Do NOT Collect

We do not collect:

  • Personal identification information (name, email, phone) unless voluntarily provided
  • Payment information (we redirect to third-party booking platforms)
  • Precise location data without explicit consent
  • Social media data or external account information

2. How We Use Your Information

2.1 Core Service Provision

  • Travel Search: Process your queries to find and compare flight and hotel prices
  • Personalization: Customize search results based on your preferences and budget
  • Location Services: Provide location-relevant travel options and pricing
  • Session Management: Maintain your search state and preferences during your visit

2.2 Platform Improvement

  • Analytics: Understand usage patterns to improve our search algorithms
  • Quality Enhancement: Analyze search result quality and relevance
  • Performance Optimization: Monitor and improve system performance and reliability
  • Beta Development: Gather insights to enhance features and user experience

3. Information Sharing and Third Parties

3.1 Travel Service Providers

We share necessary search parameters with:

  • Flight Data Providers: Licensed aviation data providers for flight searches and pricing
  • Hotel Data Providers: Accommodation platforms for hotel price comparisons
  • Booking Platforms: When you choose to book, we redirect you to third-party booking sites

3.2 Service Providers

  • Cloud Infrastructure: Secure cloud hosting providers for data processing and storage
  • Analytics Services: Anonymized usage analytics for service improvement
  • Performance Monitoring: System monitoring and optimization services

3.3 What We Do NOT Share

  • We do not sell your personal information to advertisers or data brokers
  • We do not share your specific search history with marketing companies
  • We do not provide individual user profiles to third parties

4. Data Storage and Security

4.1 Data Storage

  • Location: Data is stored on secure servers in certified cloud infrastructure
  • Retention: Search data is retained for service improvement purposes
  • Caching: Search results are cached temporarily to improve performance

4.2 Security Measures

  • Encryption: All data transmission is encrypted using HTTPS
  • Access Controls: Strict access controls for data processing systems
  • Monitoring: Continuous security monitoring and threat detection
  • Beta Environment: Additional security measures for our development environment

5. Your Rights and Choices

5.1 Location Services

  • You can deny location access in your browser settings
  • We will use default locations (London) if you opt out of location sharing
  • Location data is only used for providing relevant travel options

5.2 Data Control

  • Search History: Your search history is not permanently stored with personal identifiers
  • Session Data: Session data expires automatically after your visit
  • Browser Controls: You can clear cookies and local storage through your browser

6. Beta Version Considerations

6.1 Development Environment

  • As a beta service, our privacy practices may evolve as we develop new features
  • We may collect additional usage data to improve the platform during beta testing
  • User feedback and interaction patterns help us enhance the service

6.2 Data Handling in Beta

  • Beta data is handled with the same security standards as production data
  • We may conduct testing to optimize user experience
  • Performance metrics are closely monitored during beta phase

7. Cookies and Local Storage

7.1 Essential Cookies

  • Session Management: Maintain your search preferences during your visit
  • Performance: Optimize loading times and user experience
  • Security: Protect against security threats and ensure platform stability

7.2 Local Storage

  • Search results may be cached locally to improve performance
  • User preferences are stored locally for better experience
  • You can clear local storage through your browser settings

8. International Users

dulania is accessible internationally and we process data in accordance with applicable privacy laws:

  • GDPR Compliance: We respect EU data protection rights
  • Data Transfers: Data may be processed in different countries where our service providers operate
  • Local Laws: We comply with applicable local privacy laws in the jurisdictions we serve

9. Children's Privacy

Our service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can delete such information.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy as our service evolves from beta to full release. We will:

  • Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
  • Notify users of material changes through our platform
  • Maintain transparency about our data practices

11. Contact Information

If you have questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us:

dulania Privacy Team

We aim to respond to privacy inquiries within 48 hours.

Beta Version Disclaimer

This privacy policy applies to dulania Beta version 0.1. As we continue to develop and improve our platform, this policy may be updated to reflect new features and enhanced data protection measures. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for any changes.