Cheerio Checks In collects only the information needed to operate the site and communicate with readers:

• Contact form: Name, email address, inquiry type, and message. These are stored so we can respond to your inquiry.
• Newsletter signup: Email address and optional dog name and weight. This is used to send travel guides and updates if you join the list.
• Reader reports: Name, email, dog details, and visit information. These help us identify properties worth verifying.
• Basic analytics: We use Google Tag Manager to understand site traffic and improve content. This may include anonymized page views and device information.

Information is used solely for the purpose it was provided. Contact submissions are used to reply to inquiries. Newsletter emails are used for list distribution. Reader reports inform editorial priorities. We do not sell personal information to third parties.

The site uses Google Tag Manager, which may set cookies or use similar technologies to measure traffic and engagement. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. We do not use tracking for advertising retargeting.

Emails sent from Cheerio Checks In include a working unsubscribe link. You can opt out of newsletters or promotional emails at any time. Transactional emails — such as contact confirmations — do not include marketing content and are sent only in response to your actions.

We retain contact and report data for as long as needed to fulfill the original purpose or to comply with legal obligations. If you would like your information removed, please contact us and we will process deletion requests in a reasonable timeframe.

Cheerio Checks In is built on managed infrastructure that handles encryption, access controls, and regular security maintenance. The application uses authentication and database-level access controls to protect stored data. No security system is perfect, and we review practices regularly.

The site relies on trusted services for hosting, email delivery, and analytics. These providers have their own privacy and security practices. We choose providers with responsible data-handling policies, but we do not control their operations.

For privacy questions, data-deletion requests, or security concerns, please contact us.

For the formal legal details, see our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions.