Privacy Policy and Use of Cookies

Last Updated: November 5, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to rhodeislandmap.com (“we,” “our,” or “us”). Your privacy matters to us.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information in compliance with applicable U.S. federal and state privacy laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA).

For visitors from Canada, we comply with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), and for visitors from the European Union, we follow the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

By using this website, you agree to the terms described in this Privacy Policy.

2. Disclaimer on Information Accuracy

All content provided on this website including maps, descriptions, and location details is for general informational purposes only.
While we strive for accuracy, we make no guarantees regarding the completeness, reliability, or timeliness of any information.
This website is not intended for navigation, legal, or official travel purposes. We are not liable for any decisions made based on information from this site.

3. Information We Collect

a) Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our site, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device and operating system

  • Pages viewed and interaction patterns

  • Referring URLs

  • Behavior analytics via Google Analytics

  • Advertisement data through Google AdSense

b) Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Analyze website traffic

  • Improve user experience

  • Deliver personalized and non-personalized advertisements

  • Measure ad performance

  • Support SEO analytics via Google Search Console

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Monitor and improve website performance and user engagement

  • Serve relevant ads via Google AdSense and direct sponsors

  • Publish sponsored articles, banner ads, and promotional content

  • Analyze user behavior for site improvements

  • Maintain website security and prevent misuse

5. Legal Basis and Consent

By using this website, you provide consent to the collection and processing of your information as described here.

For EU visitors, personal data is processed under GDPR legal bases such as legitimate interest, contractual necessity, and consent (where required).
For Canadian visitors, processing follows PIPEDA principles of fair information use.

6. Sharing of Information

We may share limited data with:

  • Google Analytics (performance and usage analysis)

  • Google AdSense (advertising services)

  • Google Search Console (technical optimization)

  • Advertising and affiliate partners (banner and campaign tracking)

  • Sponsors and content collaborators (publishing of sponsored material)

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

Under U.S. (CCPA/CPRA):

  • Request access to the personal information we hold about you.

  • Request deletion of your data.

  • Opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information.

  • Request correction of inaccurate data.

Under Canada’s PIPEDA:

  • Access your data and request corrections.

  • Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.

Under EU GDPR:

  • Access, correct, delete, or restrict processing of personal data.

  • Withdraw consent at any time.

  • Request data portability.

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.

9. International Data Transfers

Our service providers (such as Google) may process your information in the United States, Canada, or the European Union.
We ensure that all international data transfers comply with applicable laws and use appropriate contractual safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) and Data Processing Agreements (DPAs).

10. Cookies

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored in your browser to enhance your browsing experience and improve site functionality.

Types of Cookies We Use

  • Necessary Cookies – Enable core features of the site.

  • Analytics Cookies – Provide insights into site performance.

  • Advertising Cookies – Deliver relevant ads and measure campaign success.

  • Third-Party Cookies – Used by our partners, such as Google and affiliates, for analytics and marketing.

Managing Cookies

You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings.

11. Children’s Privacy

This website is not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect data from minors.
If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will promptly delete it.

12. Accessibility

We aim to make our website accessible to all users.
If you experience any accessibility issues, please contact us so we can address them.

13. External Links

Our site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites.
We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please use contact us page linked from footer.

15. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated date.
Please review this page periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.