Privacy Policy
Last updated: March 2026
What Data We Collect
We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to understand how visitors use this site. When you accept cookies, GA4 collects:
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- Device type, browser, and operating system
- Approximate geographic location (city-level, derived from IP)
- Referral source (how you found this site)
GA4 does not collect your name, email address, or any personally identifiable information. IP addresses are anonymized by Google before storage.
Why We Collect It
We use analytics data solely to improve the site — understanding which pages are useful, which locations are popular, and where visitors come from helps us create better content and a better experience.
Cookies
If you accept cookies, the following are set by Google Analytics:
- _ga — Distinguishes unique visitors. Expires after 2 years.
- _ga_* — Maintains session state. Expires after 2 years.
No cookies are set if you decline the cookie banner. Your choice is stored in your browser's local storage (not a cookie) so we can remember your preference.
Third Parties
The only third-party service that receives data from this site is Google Analytics (operated by Google LLC). We do not sell, share, or transfer your data to any other third party.
This site is hosted on Vercel, which may collect standard server logs (IP address, request URL, timestamp) as part of normal web hosting operations.
Data Retention
Analytics data is retained for 14 months (the GA4 default), after which it is automatically deleted by Google.
Your Rights
You can:
- Opt out of tracking by declining the cookie consent banner. If you previously accepted, clear your browser's local storage for this site and refresh — the banner will reappear.
- Request data deletion by contacting us at the email below.
- Use browser tools such as ad blockers or the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Contact
For privacy-related questions or data deletion requests, email privacy@digitalnomadinjapan.com.