Privacy Policy

Website: https://misskhae.com
Last Updated: May 2026 | Effective Date: May 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how misskhae.com (“I,” “me,” or “my”), operated by Khae Santiago, collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal information when you visit this travel blog. I take your privacy seriously and am committed to being transparent about how your data is handled.

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

1. Who I Am

This website is owned and operated by Khae Santiago, a travel blogger based in the Philippines. This blog covers solo travel, freediving, and digital nomad life.

Privacy inquiries contact: 📧 blogger@misskhae.com

As a website based in the Philippines, this blog is subject to the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (Republic Act No. 10173). I also endeavor to comply with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the UK GDPR for visitors from Europe and the United Kingdom, and applicable data privacy laws for visitors from the United States.

2. Information I Collect

A. Information You Provide Directly

Newsletter sign-up: Your name and email address when you subscribe to my newsletter or email list via ConvertKit.
Freebie/download opt-ins: Your name and email address if you sign up to receive free downloadable resources.
Contact form: Your name, email address, and any message content you submit through the contact form on this site.
Blog comments: Your name, email address, website URL (optional), and the content of your comment.

B. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit this website, certain data is collected automatically through cookies and tracking technologies:

IP address
Browser type and version
Device type and operating system
Pages visited and time spent on each page
Referring website (how you found this site)
Geographic location (country/region level)
Date and time of your visit

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

This website uses cookies — small text files stored on your device — to improve your experience and analyze site traffic. By continuing to use this site, you consent to the use of cookies as described below.

Types of Cookies Used

Cookie Type	Purpose	Provider
Analytics	Understand how visitors use the site	Google Analytics (GA4)
Advertising	Display relevant ads	Google AdSense
Functional	Site performance and preferences	WordPress

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect your experience on this site.

4. Third-Party Services

I use the following third-party tools and services that may collect or process your data:

Google Analytics (GA4)

I use Google Analytics 4 to track website traffic and visitor behavior. Google Analytics collects data such as pages visited, time on site, device type, and approximate location. This data is used to improve the content and performance of this blog.

Google’s Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Opt-out: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

Google Search Console

I use Google Search Console to monitor how this website performs in Google Search. This tool provides aggregated data about search queries and does not collect personally identifiable information from individual visitors.

This blog displays advertisements served by Google AdSense. Google uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this and other websites. You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google’s Ad Settings.

Google’s Ad Settings: https://adssettings.google.com

Note: I am currently in the process of applying to Mediavine, a premium ad network. If accepted, this policy will be updated to reflect Mediavine’s data practices and their privacy terms will be linked here.

Kit (Email Marketing)

If you subscribe to my newsletter or opt in to receive free resources, your name and email address are stored and managed through Kit. Kit is used to send newsletters, blog update emails, and any digital downloads or freebies you request.

ConvertKit’s Privacy Policy: https://convertkit.com/privacy
You may unsubscribe at any time using the link at the bottom of any email I send.

Affiliate Links

This blog contains affiliate links. When you click an affiliate link and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Affiliate partners may use cookies to track referrals. I only partner with brands and services I genuinely use and trust.

Each post or page containing affiliate links will include a disclosure notice. Please refer to my Disclaimer page for full details on advertising and affiliate relationships.

5. How I Use Your Information

I use the information collected for the following purposes:

To deliver newsletters, blog updates, and email content you’ve opted into
To send freebies or downloadable resources you’ve requested
To respond to your questions or messages submitted via the contact form
To analyze website traffic and improve content and user experience
To display relevant advertisements through Google AdSense
To monitor search performance through Google Search Console
To comply with legal obligations

If you are located in the European Union or the United Kingdom, I process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

Consent — When you subscribe to my newsletter, opt in to receive freebies, or submit the contact form, you are giving explicit consent for me to process your data.
Legitimate Interests — For analytics (understanding how visitors use this site) and to improve the quality of content.
Legal Obligation — To comply with applicable laws and regulations.

You have the right to withdraw consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing carried out before withdrawal.

7. Your Rights

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

Right to Access — Request a copy of the personal data I hold about you.
Right to Rectification — Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
Right to Erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”) — Request deletion of your personal data.
Right to Restriction — Request that I limit how your data is processed.
Right to Data Portability — Request your data in a portable format.
Right to Object — Object to processing of your data for certain purposes.
Right to Withdraw Consent — Withdraw any consent you’ve previously given.

For California Residents (CCPA)

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act, California residents have the right to:

Know what personal information is collected and how it is used
Request deletion of personal information
Opt out of the sale of personal information (Note: I do not sell personal information)

For Philippine Residents (Data Privacy Act of 2012)

Under RA 10173, you have the right to:

Be informed about how your data is collected and used
Access your personal data
Correct inaccurate personal data
Object to processing of your data
Lodge a complaint with the National Privacy Commission (NPC)

To exercise any of these rights, please contact me at blogger@misskhae.com. I will respond within 30 days of receiving your request.

8. Data Retention

Email subscribers: Your data is retained for as long as you remain subscribed. You may unsubscribe at any time.
Contact form submissions: Retained as long as necessary to respond to your inquiry and for a reasonable period thereafter.
Blog comments: Retained as long as the relevant blog post is live on this site.
Analytics data: Retained in accordance with Google Analytics’ default retention settings.

I do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. Your data may be shared only in the following limited circumstances:

With service providers (e.g., Kit, Google) as necessary to operate this blog, under their respective privacy policies
If required by law, legal process, or government request
To protect the rights, property, or safety of this blog or its readers

10. Children's Privacy

This website is not directed at children under the age of 13 (or 16 for EU residents under GDPR). I do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has submitted personal data, please contact me immediately at blogger@misskhae.com.

11. External Links

This blog contains links to external websites. Once you leave misskhae.com, I am not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. I encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

12. Security

I take reasonable precautions to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and I cannot guarantee absolute security.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in my practices, tools I use, or legal requirements. When changes are made, the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page will be revised. Continued use of this website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

For significant changes, I will make a reasonable effort to notify subscribers via email.

14. Contact

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please reach out to me:

📧 blogger@misskhae.com

You may also use the Contact page on this website to get in touch.

This Privacy Policy applies solely to information collected through https://misskhae.com and does not apply to information collected offline or through other channels.