PRIVACY POLICY

Last Updated: June 2026

Makom respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect information when you visit our website, submit a form, contact us, sign up for updates, purchase or inquire about advertising, or otherwise interact with Makom.

By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. About Makom

Makom is a Jewish travel magazine and media platform focused on Jewish travel, kosher destinations, Yom Tov programs, family getaways, resorts, travel resources, advertising opportunities, and related content.

This Privacy Policy applies to information collected through our website, forms, email communications, advertising inquiries, newsletter signups, and related online services.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

• Name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Business or organization name

• Website or social media links

• Advertising or partnership inquiries

• Messages submitted through contact forms

• Newsletter signup information

• Payment or billing-related information, if applicable

We may also collect certain information automatically when you visit our website, such as:

• IP address

• Browser type

• Device type

• Pages visited

• Referring website

• Approximate location

• Date and time of visit

• Website usage and analytics data

3. How We Use Your Information

Makom may use collected information to:

• Respond to inquiries

• Provide advertising, listing, or partnership information

• Communicate about magazine opportunities

• Send updates, newsletters, or promotional emails

• Process advertising or service requests

• Improve our website, content, and services

• Understand website traffic and user interest

• Maintain website security

• Comply with legal, accounting, or business obligations

4. Email Communications

If you provide your email address, Makom may contact you regarding your inquiry, advertising opportunities, magazine updates, listings, partnerships, or related services.

You may unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time by using the unsubscribe link when available or by contacting us directly.

5. Cookies and Analytics

Our website may use cookies, analytics tools, pixels, or similar technologies to help us understand how visitors use the site, improve performance, remember preferences, and measure engagement.

These tools may collect information such as pages visited, time spent on the site, browser type, device type, and general location information.

You can usually adjust your browser settings to refuse or remove cookies. Some parts of the website may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

6. How We Share Information

Makom does not sell your personal information.

We may share information with trusted service providers who help us operate our website, manage email communications, process payments, analyze website traffic, provide customer support, or deliver advertising and business services.

We may also share information if required by law, to protect our rights, to prevent fraud or misuse, or in connection with a business transfer, merger, or reorganization.

7. Third-Party Services and Links

Our website may link to third-party websites, including advertisers, travel programs, hotels, resorts, tour operators, payment processors, social media platforms, or other outside services.

Makom is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, policies, or security of third-party websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information.

8. Advertising and Listings

If you submit information for advertising, listings, sponsored content, or partnership opportunities, we may use the information you provide to review your request, contact you, prepare materials, publish approved content, and provide related services.

Advertisers are responsible for ensuring that the information they submit is accurate and that they have the right to provide any logos, images, copy, or other materials submitted to Makom.

9. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure.

However, no website, email system, or online transmission is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of information submitted online.

10. Data Retention

We may retain personal information for as long as necessary to respond to inquiries, provide services, maintain business records, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and operate Makom.

When information is no longer needed, we may delete, anonymize, or securely store it according to our business practices.

11. Children’s Privacy

Makom is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can review and delete the information if appropriate.

12. Your Choices

You may contact us to:

• Request access to personal information you provided

• Ask us to correct or update your information

• Request that we delete certain information

• Opt out of marketing communications

• Ask questions about how your information is used

We may need to verify your identity before responding to certain requests.

13. California Privacy Notice

If applicable law gives you additional privacy rights, including rights under California privacy law, you may have the right to request information about the personal information we collect, use, disclose, or share, request deletion or correction of certain information, and opt out of certain uses of personal information.

Makom does not knowingly sell personal information. If our practices change, we will update this Privacy Policy accordingly.

To make a privacy request, contact us using the information below.

14. International Visitors

Makom is operated from the United States. If you access our website from outside the United States, you understand that your information may be collected, processed, and stored in the United States, where privacy laws may differ from those in your country.

15. Changes to This Privacy Policy

Makom may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.

Your continued use of the website after changes are posted means you accept the updated Privacy Policy.

16. Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy or to make a privacy request, please contact us:

Makom
Email: partners@makomjewishtravel.com
Website: makomjewishtravel.com