Last Updated: August 15, 2025
At Fallen Riviera LLC, we’re all about chasing the wild call of the coast, sharing stories, and inspiring your next adventure. Your privacy matters to us just as much as a good sunset over the sea. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and sometimes share your personal information when you visit our website, explore our travel guides, or get in touch. We’ve tried to keep it straightforward, but if anything’s unclear, reach out—we’re here to help. Here’s the lowdown on how we handle your data, with a touch of that salty coastal vibe.
Who We Are
Fallen Riviera LLC is a travel blog dedicated to uncovering the hidden corners of the coast. We’re based at:
Address: 1726 S Washington St, Grand Forks, ND 58201, US
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 701-757-8759
We’re the folks behind the stories, photos, and maps that guide you to offbeat shores. This policy applies to our website and any services we offer, like newsletters or contact forms.
What Information We Collect
When you wander through our site, we might pick up a few bits of info to make your experience better—or just to keep things running. Here’s what we collect:
Personal Info You Share: If you drop us a line via our contact form, sign up for our newsletter, or leave a comment, we might get your name, email address, or whatever else you choose to share. It’s like leaving a note in a bottle—we only keep what you give us.
Browsing Data: Our site uses cookies and analytics tools to track things like which pages you visit, how long you stick around, and what device you’re using. It’s not personal, just patterns—like footprints in the sand.
Technical Stuff: We collect things like your IP address, browser type, and general location (think country or region, not your exact beach spot). This helps us understand where our readers are coming from and keep the site secure.
Newsletter Sign-Ups: If you join our mailing list, we’ll have your email and maybe your name to send you updates about new guides or coastal tips. No spam, promise—just the good stuff.
We don’t collect more than we need, and we’re not out here fishing for sensitive details like your credit card or social security number. If we ever need something extra, we’ll ask upfront.
How We Use Your Information
Your data’s like a tide chart—we use it to navigate and make things better. Here’s how:
Running the Site: Browsing data helps us tweak the site so it loads faster, looks good, and doesn’t crash when you’re reading about that perfect coastal trail.
Answering You: If you email or use the contact form, we use your info to reply—whether it’s answering a question or just swapping travel stories.
Sending Newsletters: If you’re on our mailing list, we’ll send you updates about new posts, travel tips, or maybe a photo of a killer sunset. You can unsubscribe anytime; no hard feelings.
Improving the Blog: Analytics show us what you love—maybe coastal hikes get more clicks than ferry routes—so we can create more of what keeps you coming back.
Keeping Things Safe: IP addresses and technical data help us spot and block any shady activity, like bots trying to mess with our site.
We don’t sell your info or share it for profit. It’s just for making your time with us as smooth as a calm tide.
Cookies and Tracking Tech
Cookies are like seashells we leave on your device—small, harmless, and part of the experience. They help us remember your preferences, track site performance, and serve relevant content. For example, a cookie might keep you logged in or remember you don’t want pop-ups. We use:
Essential Cookies: These keep the site working—think loading pages or saving your comment.
Analytics Cookies: These show us how you move through the site, like which guides you linger on. We use tools like Google Analytics (anonymized, no personal details).
Optional Cookies: If we ever run ads or social media plugins, these might track your interests to show you relevant stuff. You can say no to these.
You can manage cookies through your browser settings—block ‘em, delete ‘em, whatever feels right. Just know turning off cookies might make the site a bit clunky, like trying to hike a muddy trail in flip-flops.
How We Share Your Info
We’re not in the business of tossing your data around like driftwood. We only share it when it’s necessary, like:
Service Providers: We use third parties for things like hosting the site, sending newsletters, or analyzing traffic. They get only what they need (like your email for a mailing list) and are bound to keep it secure.
Legal Stuff: If the law knocks—like a court order or government request—we might have to share your info. We’ll push back if it feels off, but we gotta comply.
Safety and Rights: If someone’s trying to hack the site or cause trouble, we might share data to protect ourselves or you.
We don’t sell your info to marketers or random companies. If we ever team up with partners (say, a travel gear brand), we’ll ask your permission before sharing anything personal.
How We Protect Your Data
We take your privacy seriously, like a lighthouse keeper guarding the beacon. Our site uses encryption (SSL) to keep your data safe in transit. We store info on secure servers, and only our small team has access—nobody else gets a peek. We update our security regularly, but no system’s 100% foolproof. If something goes wrong (like a data breach), we’ll let you know fast and take action to fix it.
Your Rights and Choices
You’ve got control over your data, like choosing your own path along the coast. Here’s what you can do:
Access or Update: Want to see what info we have on you? Email us, and we’ll share it. You can ask us to update or correct anything that’s off.
Delete: Want your data gone? Let us know, and we’ll wipe what we can, like your newsletter subscription or comments. Some stuff (like server logs) might stick around for legal reasons.
Opt Out: Unsubscribe from our newsletter with one click, or tell us to stop sending you anything. You can also disable cookies in your browser.
Say No to Tracking: If you don’t want analytics tracking, use a browser’s “Do Not Track” setting or opt out of cookies. We respect those signals where we can.
If you’re in a place with specific privacy laws (like the EU or California), you might have extra rights, like requesting a data portability report. Reach out, and we’ll sort it out.
Third-Party Links and Services
Our site might link to other places—think travel blogs, map tools, or social media. We don’t control those sites, so their privacy policies apply once you click through. Same goes for services like Google Analytics or newsletter platforms (e.g., Mailchimp). We pick trusted partners, but check their policies if you’re curious. We’re not responsible for what they do with your data, just like we can’t control the tides.
Children’s Privacy
Our blog’s for wanderers, not little ones. We don’t knowingly collect info from anyone under 13 (or 16 in some places). If you’re a parent and think your kid’s shared something with us, let us know—we’ll delete it faster than you can say “high tide.”
Changes to This Policy
The coast changes, and so might this policy. If we update it, we’ll post the new version here with the date at the top. Big changes—like new ways we use your data—will come with a heads-up, maybe an email or a notice on the site. Check back now and then, just to stay in the loop.
Contact Us
Got questions, concerns, or just wanna chat about your favorite coastal spot? We’re here, probably with sand in our shoes. Reach out:
Fallen Riviera LLC
Email: [email protected]
Address: 1726 S Washington St, Grand Forks, ND 58201, US
Phone: +1 701-757-8759
We’ll get back to you as soon as we can—usually quicker than a ferry, but you know how those go. Thanks for wandering with us, and here’s to keeping your data as safe as a lighthouse in a storm.