Privacy Policy | Vanyage

Vanyage ("we", "our", or "us") operates the website vanyage.com (the "Service"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you use our Service.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We do not require account creation for core features. We may collect personal information only when you voluntarily provide it, such as:

Email address (when contacting us or creating an account in the future)
Payment information (when you subscribe to a paid plan, processed securely by Stripe)

Automatically Collected Information

When you access our Service, we automatically collect:

Browser type and version
Device type and operating system
Pages visited, time spent, and referring URLs
IP address (used for basic rate limiting and security)
Usage patterns for our tools (cost calculator, AI route planner)

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

Remember your preferences (saved routes, budget selections)
Analyze usage through Google Analytics (see "Third-Party Services" below)
Maintain session state for our tools

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect certain features.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

Provide and maintain the Service
Improve and personalize your experience
Analyze usage patterns to enhance features
Process payments (if applicable)
Communicate with you about updates or support
Prevent abuse and ensure security

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

3. Third-Party Services

Our Service uses the following third-party services:

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. Google Analytics collects anonymized usage data and generates reports. For more information, see Google's Privacy Policy. You can opt out via the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

DeepSeek API

Our AI Route Planner uses the DeepSeek API to generate travel routes. Your trip inputs (selected states, duration, budget level) are sent to DeepSeek for processing. DeepSeek's use of this data is governed by their privacy policy.

Ridb API (Recreation Information Database)

We use the official RIDB API to retrieve campground information. Data is fetched based on locations identified by our AI planner.

Vercel (Hosting)

Our Service is hosted on Vercel. Vercel may collect server logs including IP addresses and request details for operational purposes. See Vercel's Privacy Policy.

4. Local Storage

We store certain data locally in your browser using localStorage, including:

Saved routes (up to 5 for free users)
Your free trial status and activation date
Tool preferences and form inputs

This data remains on your device and is not transmitted to our servers. You can clear it anytime through your browser settings.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information:

HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
Rate limiting to prevent abuse
Secure handling of payment information via Stripe (we never store card details)

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not directed to individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us, and we will delete it.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

Access the personal information we hold about you
Request correction or deletion of your data
Opt out of analytics tracking
Request a copy of your data

To exercise these rights, contact us at the email below.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on our website or updating the "Last updated" date.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:

Email: support@vanyage.com