Privacy Policy

Beyond the Airport (BTA) is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use and safeguard your personal data when you use beyondtheairport.com.

1. Who We Are

BTA provides independent hotel reviews, travel advice and exclusive member-only offers. We operate as a Closed User Group (CUG), offering exclusive travel benefits to our registered members.

For privacy-related concerns, contact us at: admin@beyondtheairport.com

2. What Data We Collect

We collect only necessary personal data, including:

• Account information such as username, email address and encrypted password
• User-generated content such as forum posts, comments, and reviews
• Transaction data related to bookings made through affiliate links (we do not store payment details)
• Website analytics including IP address, device type and browsing behaviour (collected via cookies)

3. How We Use Your Data

We process personal data to manage user accounts and provide access to exclusive content, facilitate member discussions, improve website performance through analytics, deliver personalised offers from hotels and partners. We endeavour to ensure security and prevent fraudulent activity.

4. Data Sharing and Third Parties

BTA does not sell your personal data. However, when you use our affiliate booking links, the hotel or travel provider may track the referral to attribute a commission to us. This tracking is done via cookies or booking reference codes.

We also work with trusted third-party service providers, such as website hosting, analytics and email services, to maintain the platform. All providers must comply with UK GDPR.

5. Cookies and Tracking

BTA use cookies to enhance your experience. These include essential cookies for login, security and user preferences, analytics cookies to help us understand visitor behaviour and improve the site, and affiliate tracking cookies that allow hotels to recognise when a booking is made via BTA. By using our site, you consent to our use of cookies. You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings.

6. Data Retention Periods

User account data is retained until account deletion or after three years of inactivity. Forum posts and reviews may be retained indefinitely for historical insights. Analytics data is anonymised and stored for 24 months.

7. Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the right to access your data and request a copy, correct inaccuracies in your account details or request deletion.