Privacy Policy

This policy explains what information RV Time collects when you visit rvtime.com, how we use it, and the choices you have — in plain language.

RV Time (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates rvtime.com (the “Site”). By using the Site, you agree to the practices described here. You can reach us any time at hello@rvtime.com.

Who we are

RV Time is an independent content website about RVs, RV travel, gear, and RV rentals. We publish reviews, guides, and comparisons, and we earn revenue through affiliate links and display advertising.

The short version

• We collect very little directly from you — mainly the email address you give us if you subscribe, or the details you include when you contact us.
• Like most websites, we use cookies and analytics to understand how the Site is used and to keep it working well.
• We show ads and use affiliate links, and the partners behind them may use cookies to measure performance and personalize what you see.
• We do not sell your personal information for money.
• You can unsubscribe, adjust your cookie choices, or ask us about your data at any time.

Information we collect

Information you give us

You can browse most of the Site without giving us any personal information. We only collect what you choose to provide, such as:

• Email address — when you subscribe to our newsletter or download a free resource (for example, an RV starter checklist).
• Contact details and messages — when you fill out a contact form or email us, including your name, email address, and whatever you write to us.
• Comments — if you leave a comment on an article, we collect the name, email, and comment text you submit, along with your IP address to help us fight spam.

Information collected automatically

When you visit the Site, some information is collected automatically by us and by our service providers, including:

• Your device and browser type, operating system, and screen settings.
• Your approximate location (typically derived from your IP address).
• Pages you view, links you click, how you arrived at the Site, and how long you stay.
• A truncated or anonymized IP address and similar technical identifiers.

This information is aggregated and statistical in nature and helps us understand what content is useful and how to improve the Site.

Cookies and similar technologies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device. We and our partners use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Keep the Site functioning and remember your preferences.
• Measure traffic and understand how visitors use the Site (analytics).
• Deliver and measure advertising, and record affiliate referrals.

Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with the Site — which pages are popular, how people find us, and where we can improve. Google Analytics sets cookies and collects usage data (such as pages viewed and a truncated IP address) on our behalf. We do not use it to identify you personally. You can learn more from Google’s Privacy Policy, and you can opt out using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Advertising

We display ads on the Site through third-party advertising networks. These networks and their partners may use cookies and similar technologies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this and other websites, and to measure ad performance. We do not control the specific cookies these partners set. You can opt out of personalized advertising using the tools listed in the Cookies section above.

Affiliate links and disclosure

Many of the product links on RV Time are affiliate links. If you click one and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. This is how we keep the Site free to read.

When you click an affiliate link, the retailer (such as Amazon or another merchant) may set a cookie to record that the referral came from us. That activity is governed by the retailer’s own privacy policy, not ours.

Email newsletter

If you subscribe, we use your email address to send you newsletters, updates, RV tips, and occasional promotional content that may include affiliate links. We use a third-party email service provider to manage our list and send these messages; your email address is stored with that provider on our behalf. Every email includes an unsubscribe link, and you can opt out at any time. You can also email us at hello@rvtime.com to be removed.

How we use your information

We use the information described above to:

• Operate, maintain, and improve the Site and its content.
• Send newsletters and respond to messages you send us.
• Measure and understand traffic and content performance.
• Display and measure advertising and affiliate referrals.
• Protect the Site against spam, abuse, and security threats.
• Comply with legal obligations.

How we share information

We do not sell your personal information for money. We share information only in these limited ways:

• Service providers — companies that help us run the Site, such as our web host, email platform, analytics provider, and advertising and affiliate networks. They may only use the information to perform services for us.
• Legal reasons — if required by law, regulation, legal process, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of RV Time, our visitors, or others.
• Business transfers — if RV Time is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

Data retention

We keep personal information only for as long as we need it for the purposes described in this policy. Newsletter subscriber details are kept until you unsubscribe or ask us to delete them. Analytics and log data are generally retained in aggregated or de-identified form. Comments and their associated details may be retained indefinitely so we can recognize and approve follow-up comments.

Your rights and choices

Depending on where you live, you may have rights over your personal information, including the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you.
• Ask us to correct or delete it.
• Opt out of marketing emails (use the unsubscribe link or email us).
• Opt out of non-essential cookies and interest-based advertising.
• Object to or restrict certain processing of your information.

To exercise any of these rights, email us at hello@rvtime.com and we’ll respond within a reasonable time. We may need to verify your identity before acting on a request.

Children’s privacy

The Site is intended for a general, adult audience and is not directed at children under 13 (or the minimum age required in your country). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will delete it.

International visitors

RV Time is operated online and may be accessed from around the world. If you visit from outside the country where our service providers store data, your information may be processed in a country with different data protection laws than your own. By using the Site, you consent to that processing.

Links to other sites

The Site contains links to third-party websites, including retailers and advertisers. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policy of any site you visit.

Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we’ll revise the “Updated” date at the top of this page. Significant changes may be highlighted on the Site. Your continued use of the Site after an update means you accept the revised policy.

Contact us

If you have any questions, requests, or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your information, please reach out: