At CageDiving.net, your privacy is important to us. We are committed to protecting any information you share and maintaining transparency about how we collect and use data. This Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding data collection, cookies, affiliate tracking, and third-party integrations.
Information We Collect
1.1 Personal Data
CageDiving.net does not directly collect personal information such as your name, email address, or payment details. We do not operate user accounts, newsletters, or contact forms that request personal identifiers.
1.2 Non-Personal Data
When you browse our website, certain non-identifiable information may be automatically collected through analytics tools. This may include:
- Browser type and version
- Device type and operating system
- Referring websites or URLs
- Pages visited and duration of visits
- General site usage patterns
This information helps us understand how visitors use our site so we can improve performance and usability.
1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies
CageDiving.net itself does not use first-party tracking cookies. However, third-party services integrated into our site may set cookies to measure performance or track affiliate sales.
- You can manage or disable cookies using our on-site cookie banner or through your browser settings.
- Our affiliate partner Viator may use cookies to track bookings originating from our links. These cookies ensure we receive proper credit for referred sales without affecting the price you pay.
- For more details, please refer to Viator’s Cookie Policy.
How We Use Your Information
The limited data we collect is used solely to:
- Enhance website content, layout, and user experience
- Track affiliate commissions from Viator links
- Monitor traffic, site behavior, and overall performance using analytics tools
We do not sell, trade, or share data with any third parties for marketing or advertising purposes.
Affiliate Disclosure
CageDiving.net participates in the Viator Affiliate Program, an affiliate marketing platform that allows us to earn a commission when visitors book tours through our referral links.
- No Extra Cost: Clicking an affiliate link does not change the price you pay.
- Transparency: We only recommend tours and experiences that align with our mission — to help travelers explore Hawaii’s best marine and diving adventures safely and responsibly.
- Integrity: Our editorial content remains independent, and affiliate relationships do not influence our reviews or recommendations.
Third-Party Services
We use trusted third-party tools to analyze website traffic and track affiliate performance:
- Google Analytics – for aggregated visitor insights
- Yandex Metrica – for behavior analytics and heatmaps
- ExtremeTracker – for real-time visitor statistics
- Viator – for affiliate tracking
External Links
Our website may link to external sites (e.g., tour operators, travel resources, or partner pages).
CageDiving.net is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or data collection methods of those websites. We encourage users to review each site’s privacy policy before sharing any personal data.
User Rights & Legal Compliance
We comply with major privacy regulations, including:
- GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) – for users in the European Economic Area (EEA)
- CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act) – for California residents
Your Rights
- Data Access & Deletion: You may request the deletion of analytics-related data associated with your device or session by contacting us.
- Opt-Out Options:
- Disable cookies in your browser settings
- Use the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on
- Adjust preferences using our cookie banner to reject non-essential cookies
Data Security & Policy Updates
Security Measures
Even though we do not collect personal data directly, we implement standard security measures (such as HTTPS encryption and server monitoring) to safeguard any non-personal or aggregated data collected through third-party tools.
Policy Updates
We may occasionally update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in:
- Technology or third-party tools we use
- Legal and regulatory requirements
- Our data collection practices
If we ever begin collecting personal information (e.g., through forms or newsletters), this policy will be updated accordingly, and users will be notified via our website or email (if applicable).