Last updated: July 2026
Overview
The US Detour ("we," "us," "our") publishes travel guides at theusdetour.com. This policy explains what information we collect when you visit, how we use it, and the choices available to you. By using this site, you agree to the practices described here.
Information we collect
We do not require visitors to create an account, and we do not collect personal information simply to browse our travel guides. Information we may collect includes:
- Information you provide directly — such as your name and email address if you contact us or subscribe to updates.
- Usage data — this site uses Google Analytics (GA4) to understand aggregate traffic patterns, such as pages visited, time on site, approximate location (city/region level), device and browser type, and referring site. Google Analytics uses cookies to do this. This data is aggregated and is not used by us to identify you individually.
- Cookies — small files stored on your device by your browser. Google Analytics sets cookies to distinguish visitors and sessions. See "Your choices" below for how to opt out.
Third-party services
Some pages on this site load content from third-party services, including Wikimedia Commons (for destination photography) and Google Fonts (for typography). These providers may receive standard technical data — such as your IP address and browser type — when their content loads, governed by their own privacy policies.
Advertising and affiliate links
The US Detour may participate in advertising programs, such as Google AdSense, and affiliate programs, such as the Amazon Associates Program or hotel/booking affiliate programs. If enabled, these third parties may use cookies to serve relevant ads or track referred purchases. See our Affiliate Disclosure for details. You can opt out of personalized advertising through your browser settings or via Google Ads Settings.
How we use information
Any information we collect is used to operate and improve the site, respond to inquiries, understand which content is useful to readers, and, where applicable, measure the performance of advertising or affiliate placements.
Data sharing
We do not sell personal information. We may share limited data with service providers (such as analytics or advertising platforms) strictly to operate the site, or when required by law.
Children's privacy
This site is not directed at children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Your choices
You can control cookies through your browser settings, and opt out of interest-based advertising through industry tools like the Digital Advertising Alliance.
Changes to this policy
We may update this policy as the site evolves. The "Last updated" date above reflects the most recent revision.
Contact us
Questions about this policy can be sent to hello@theusdetour.com or through our contact page.