Tracks of the Unknown – Privacy Policy & Terms of Use

Last updated: 12/10/2025

Welcome to Tracks of the Unknown (www.tracksoftheunknown.com). Your privacy and trust are important to us. This page explains both our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions for using this website. By using the site, you agree to these terms.

1. Privacy Policy

Information We Collect

We may collect:

Personal information submitted via forms (name, email, message, photos/videos of sightings)
Newsletter subscription information
Cookies and usage data via Google Analytics and other tracking tools
Data collected by affiliate programs (Amazon Associates, Awin, etc.)

How We Use Your Information

We use the data to:

Respond to inquiries or reports
Send newsletters and updates if you subscribe
Improve website functionality and user experience
Analyze website traffic and engagement

We will never sell or share your personal information for marketing purposes.

Third-Party Services

We use third-party services that may collect data:

Google AdSense – ad display and cookies
Amazon Associates / Awin – track referrals for affiliate commissions
MailPoet / Brevo – manage newsletter subscriptions

Please review their privacy policies for details.

Cookies & Tracking

Cookies are used to:

Enhance user experience
Track analytics and site performance
Serve relevant ads

Users can manage or disable cookies in their browser settings.

Your Rights

Unsubscribe from newsletters at any time
Request removal of personal data submitted to the site

Security

We implement reasonable measures to protect your information but cannot guarantee absolute security online.

Changes

This Privacy Policy may be updated. The latest version will always be available on this page.

2. Terms & Conditions

Intellectual Property

All content (text, images, videos, graphics, logos) is the property of Tracks of the Unknown or used with permission.

You may view, share, or link to content, but may not copy, modify, or republish without written consent.

User-Submitted Content

Users may submit reports, photos, or videos via forms.
By submitting content, you grant Tracks of the Unknown a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to display and use it on the website, social media, or newsletters.
Do not submit content that infringes on third-party rights or violates the law.

Affiliate Links and Advertising

Some pages contain affiliate links (Amazon, Awin, etc.). Purchases via these links may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
The site may display Google AdSense ads. We are not responsible for advertiser claims.

External Links

We may link to external websites for reference.
Links do not imply endorsement; we are not responsible for content or privacy practices of external sites.

Limitation of Liability

Content is for informational purposes only.
Tracks of the Unknown is not responsible for any harm, damage, or loss resulting from use of the site, including submitted reports or affiliate recommendations.

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the United Kingdom.
Users consent to UK jurisdiction for any disputes.

Changes

We may update these Terms at any time. The latest version will always be available on this page.