Privacy Policy
A legal disclaimer
Privacy Policy – Isleborn Tours
Effective Date: 24.03.2026
At Isleborn Tours, we are committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your personal information when you use our website and services.
We process all personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), where applicable.
1. Data Controller
Isleborn Tours is the data controller responsible for your personal data.
Isleborn Tours
Fjalsvegur 32
Vestmanna
Faroe Islands
Email: info@isleborn.com
If you have any questions regarding this policy or how we process your data, you can contact us using the details above.
2. What is Personal Data
Personal data is any information that can identify you directly or indirectly. This includes, but is not limited to:
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Name
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Email address
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Phone number
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Address
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Booking details
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Travel information
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Payment information
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IP address and online identifiers
3. How We Collect Personal Data
We collect personal data that you voluntarily provide to us, primarily directly from you, but also in some cases from third parties.
3.1 Booking and Travel Information
When you make a booking with Isleborn Tours, we collect information necessary to organize your trip, including:
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Full name
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Email address
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Phone number
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Travel dates
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Flight details
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Payment information
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Special requirements (such as dietary needs or preferences)
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Information about other travelers included in the booking
Payment information is processed securely via trusted third-party payment providers.
If a booking includes multiple participants, we assume that the person making the booking has obtained consent to share the information of other travelers.
During your trip, we may also collect information such as:
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Itinerary details
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Ticket references
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Services selected
3.2 Direct Communication
If you contact us via email, phone, or other channels, we may collect:
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Name
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Contact details
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Booking reference
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Any additional information you choose to provide
This may include information necessary to assist you, such as preferences or special conditions.
3.3 Newsletter and Marketing
If you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect:
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Name
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Email address
This is used to send travel inspiration, offers, updates, and relevant information. You may unsubscribe at any time. You also have the right to withdraw your consent to marketing at any time.
3.4 Website and Digital Use
When you visit our website or use our booking systems, we may collect:
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IP address
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Browser and device information
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Usage data
This helps us improve our website and services.
3.5 Data from Third Parties
We may receive personal data from third parties, including:
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A person booking on your behalf
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Payment providers or banks to process transactions
4. Special Categories of Data
In some cases, we may process sensitive personal data, such as:
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Health-related information
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Dietary requirements
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Accessibility needs
This is only done when necessary to deliver your tour experience. Where required, we will obtain your explicit consent.
5. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data based on:
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Contractual necessity (to deliver the services you booked)
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Consent (e.g. for newsletters or marketing)
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Legal obligations (e.g. accounting and tax requirements)
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Legitimate interests (e.g. improving services, customer experience, and communication)
Where processing is based on your consent, you have the right to withdraw that consent at any time.
6. How We Use Your Data
6.1 Booking and Service Delivery
We use your data to:
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Process and confirm bookings
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Arrange accommodations, transport, and experiences
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Coordinate with local guides and service providers
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Issue travel documents and itineraries
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Manage payments
6.2 Communication
We use your contact information to:
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Send booking confirmations
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Provide travel updates and important information
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Send itineraries and documents
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Notify you of changes or relevant details
During your trip, we may contact you via email or SMS regarding schedules, weather conditions, or other important updates.
6.3 Marketing
If you have opted in, we will send newsletters and promotional content. You may unsubscribe at any time. You also have the right to withdraw your consent at any time.
6.4 Legal Compliance
We may process your data to comply with legal requirements, including accounting, tax, and safety obligations.
7. Sharing of Personal Data
We may share your personal data when necessary with:
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Local guides, accommodation providers, and activity partners
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Transport providers and tour collaborators
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Payment service providers and financial institutions
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IT systems and booking platforms
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Public authorities when legally required
We ensure that all third parties process your data securely and in accordance with applicable laws.
We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.
7.1 International Data Transfers
We primarily process your personal data within the EU/EEA.
In some cases, certain service providers (such as booking systems, payment providers, or IT services) may process data outside the EU/EEA. In such cases, we ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with applicable data protection laws, such as standard contractual clauses.
8. Photography and Media
During tours, photos and videos may be taken for promotional purposes, including use on our website, social media, and marketing materials.
By participating in our tours, you may appear in such content.
If you prefer not to be included, you may inform us in writing before the start of your tour, and we will respect your preference.
9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience and analyze website usage.
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.
10. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary:
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To provide our services
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To comply with legal obligations
Typically, we retain data for up to 5 years after the end of the customer relationship, in accordance with accounting and legal requirements.
11. Data Security
We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration.
We use secure systems, including third-party platforms and cloud services, to manage bookings and payments.
11.1 Automated Decision-Making
We do not use automated decision-making or profiling in relation to your personal data.
12. Your Rights
Under applicable data protection laws, you have the right to:
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Access your personal data
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Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
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Request deletion of your data
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Restrict processing of your data
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Object to processing based on legitimate interests
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Request data portability
To exercise your rights, please contact us at info@isleborn.com.
We will respond within one month.
13. Complaints
If you have concerns about how we process your data, please contact us first so we can resolve the issue.
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Faroese Data Protection Authority:
Dátueftirlitið
Postsmoga 300
Tinganes
110 Tórshavn
Faroe Islands
Phone: +298 309100
Email: dat@dat.fo
14. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website, with the updated effective date.
15. Contact Information
If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Isleborn Tours
Fjalsvegur 32
Vestmanna
Faroe Islands
Email: info@isleborn.com
