Privacy Policy

Last updated: November 3, 2025

Introduction

Look, we get it - privacy policies can be a real slog to read through. But here at Shadowvorn Realm, we're committed to being straight with you about how we handle your personal info. This isn't just legal mumbo-jumbo; it's our promise to you.

We've built this place to be a unique escape from the everyday world, and that means treating your data with the same respect we'd want for our own. Whether you're booking one of our Gothic Chambers or just browsing what we've got to offer, you deserve to know what happens with your information.

We're not in the business of hoarding data for the sake of it. Here's what we actually collect and why:

  • Personal Identification: Name, email, phone number, mailing address. Pretty standard stuff when you're making a reservation or getting in touch.
  • Payment Details: Credit card info, billing address. We need this to process your bookings, obviously. But heads up - we don't store full card numbers on our servers.
  • Booking Preferences: Room choices, dietary needs, special requests. This helps us make your stay exactly what you're hoping for.
  • Device & Usage Data: IP address, browser type, pages you visit on our site. This technical stuff helps us keep things running smoothly and figure out what's working.
  • Communication Records: Emails, phone calls, chat logs. When you reach out to us, we keep those conversations so we can provide better service.

We're not gonna sell your info to some random third party or spam you with junk. Here's the real deal on what we do with your data:

Reservations

Process your bookings, send confirmations, handle any changes you need to make.

Payments

Handle transactions securely, send you receipts, deal with refunds if needed.

Communication

Answer your questions, send booking updates, let you know about stuff we think you'd be into.

Improvement

Analyze how folks use our site, improve our services, create better experiences.

We don't just hand out your info to anyone who asks. But yeah, there are some situations where we need to share certain details:

  • Payment Processors: Companies like Stripe or PayPal need your payment info to process transactions. They've got their own privacy policies and security measures.
  • Service Partners: Our VR experience providers, tour operators, and spa services might need basic contact info to deliver what you've booked.
  • Legal Requirements: If the law says we gotta hand over information, we'll comply. Think court orders, legal processes, that sort of thing.
  • Business Transfers: If Shadowvorn Realm gets sold or merges with another company, your data would be part of that transfer. We'd let you know if this happens.
  • Marketing Tools: We use platforms like Mailchimp for newsletters, Google Analytics for website stats. These are industry-standard tools with solid privacy practices.

Important: We'll never sell your personal information to data brokers or marketing companies. That's not how we roll.

Cookies aren't just delicious snacks - they're also small files that help websites work better. Here's the lowdown on what we use:

Cookie Type Purpose Duration
Essential Keep you logged in, remember your booking info, make the site function properly Session / 1 year
Analytics Track how people use our site so we can make improvements 2 years
Preferences Remember your language choice, display settings, that sort of thing 1 year
Marketing Show you relevant ads, track campaign performance 90 days

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Just know that blocking some cookies might mess with how well the site works for you.

We take security seriously - like, really seriously. Here's what we've got in place to protect your data:

SSL Encryption

All data transmitted is encrypted

Secure Servers

Industry-standard hosting protection

Limited Access

Only authorized staff can access data

That said, no system is 100% bulletproof. While we do everything we can to protect your info, we can't guarantee absolute security. If you notice anything suspicious with your account, let us know ASAP.

You've got rights when it comes to your personal data. Here's what you can do:

  • Access: You can ask us what personal data we've got on you. We'll send you a copy within 30 days.
  • Correction: Found something that's wrong or outdated? Let us know and we'll fix it.
  • Deletion: Want us to delete your data? We'll do it, except for stuff we legally need to keep (like financial records).
  • Opt-Out: Don't wanna get marketing emails anymore? Unsubscribe anytime. There's a link at the bottom of every newsletter.
  • Data Portability: You can request your data in a format that's easy to transfer somewhere else.
  • Object: Don't like how we're processing your data? You can object to certain uses.

To exercise any of these rights, just shoot us an email at reservations@shadowvornrealm.info with "Privacy Rights" in the subject line.

Our website and services aren't designed for kids under 13. We don't knowingly collect personal information from children. If you're a parent and think your kid has given us their info, please reach out so we can delete it right away.

For guests between 13-18, we require parental consent for bookings and data collection. Our gothic themes and dark tourism experiences are generally more suitable for mature audiences anyway.

Look, things change. Privacy laws evolve, our services grow, and sometimes we need to update this policy to reflect that. When we make changes, we'll update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.

If we make any big changes - like how we use your data or who we share it with - we'll give you a heads up via email or a notice on our website. We won't just sneak changes in and hope you don't notice.

It's a good idea to check back here occasionally, especially if you haven't visited in a while. By continuing to use our services after updates go live, you're accepting the revised policy.

Questions? We're Here

Privacy stuff can get confusing, and that's totally okay. If you've got questions about this policy, how we handle your data, or anything else privacy-related, don't hesitate to reach out. We're real people and we actually respond.

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