Privacy Policy
Last updated: April 2026
Who We Are
Our website address is: www.notstr8ight.com. Notstr8ight is a platform dedicated to empowering LGBTQ+ travellers by providing information on global Pride events, awareness days, and travel resources.
What Data We Collect and Why
Contact and comments:
If you leave a comment or contact us via our contact form, we may collect your name, email address, and any information you choose to provide. This is used solely to respond to your enquiry or manage your comment.Notstr8ight is an information resource for LGBTQ+ travellers.
Newsletter and email marketing:
If you choose to subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address. You give your consent to this at the point of sign-up by ticking a consent checkbox. We use Mailchimp to manage our mailing list and send newsletters. Mailchimp acts as a data processor on our behalf. Your email address is stored securely within Mailchimp and is not shared with any other third party. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link at the bottom of any email we send you.
Analytics:
We may use analytics tools to understand how visitors use our site. This data is aggregated and anonymised and does not personally identify you.
Cookies
We use cookies on this website. A cookie consent banner is displayed when you first visit the site, and non-essential cookies are only set with your consent.
Comment cookies:
If you leave a comment, we may save your name, email address, and website in cookies for your convenience so you do not need to re-enter your details on your next visit.
Login cookies:
For registered users, cookies are used to save login information and screen preferences.
Third-party and affiliate cookies:
Some pages on this site include links to or content from third-party services, including affiliate partners such as Expedia, Skyscanner, Heymondo, GetYourGuide, Bounce, and Maya eSIM. These services may set their own cookies when you interact with their content or click through to their platforms. We do not control these cookies. Please refer to the relevant third party’s cookie or privacy policy for further information.
For full details of the cookies we use, please see our Cookie Policy.
Embedded Content from Other Websites
Content on Notstr8ight may include embedded material such as videos or social media posts. Such content behaves the same as if you had visited the third-party website directly, and that website may collect data, use cookies, or monitor your interactions.
Affiliate Marketing Disclosure
Notstr8ight participates in affiliate marketing programmes. This means we may earn a commission if you click through to a partner’s website and make a purchase or booking. This does not affect the price you pay. Affiliate links are used across our blog content and destination guides. We only partner with services we believe are relevant and useful to our audience.
Who We Share Your Data With
We do not sell your personal data. Visitor comments may be checked through automated spam detection services. Your email address is shared with Mailchimp solely for the purpose of sending you our newsletter, which you have consented to receive.
How Long We Retain Your Data
Comments and their associated metadata are retained indefinitely unless you request deletion. If you unsubscribe from our newsletter, your email address will be removed from our active mailing list. Registered users can delete their account and associated data at any time.
Your Rights Under UK GDPR
You have the right to:
- Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Request correction of any inaccurate data we hold.
- Request deletion of your data, except where retention is required for legal, administrative, or security purposes.
- Withdraw your consent to email marketing at any time by unsubscribing.
- Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you believe your data has been handled unlawfully. The ICO can be contacted at ico.org.uk.
Content Disclaimer
Notstr8ight is an information resource for LGBTQ+ travellers. We strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, with regular reviews of our listings. However, given the dynamic nature of event scheduling, we cannot guarantee the accuracy or completeness of all content.
Event dates, times, and details are subject to change by their respective organisers. Users are strongly encouraged to verify details with official sources before making any travel plans. Notstr8ight is not liable for any inconvenience, loss, or damage resulting from errors, changes, or inaccuracies in the information provided.
User-Generated Content
Reviews, comments, and other user-generated content reflect the opinions of third parties, not Notstr8ight. All submissions are reviewed to remove abusive, explicit, or offensive material. Some content may be edited for clarity and compliance with our guidelines.
Contact Us
If you have questions, feedback, or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please get in touch via our contact form at www.notstr8ight.com/contact.
