Terms of Use
Last updated: January 1, 2025
Welcome to The Primitive Way (“we”, “us”, or “our”). By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use our website.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing this website, you confirm that you are at least 16 years of age and that you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy. We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time, and such modifications will be effective immediately upon posting.
2. Use of the Website
Our website provides information about the Camino Primitivo pilgrimage route, including stage details, accommodation listings, points of interest, and travel guidance. This information is provided for general informational purposes only.
- You may use this website for personal, non-commercial purposes.
- You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from our content without prior written consent.
- You agree not to use automated tools to scrape or collect data from our website.
3. Accuracy of Information
While we strive to keep information accurate and up to date, we make no warranties or representations about the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of any content. Trail conditions, accommodation availability, pricing, and services may change without notice. Always verify critical details directly with local providers before your journey.
4. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including accommodation booking platforms and local service providers. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or availability of these external sites. Accessing third-party links is at your own risk.
5. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, The Primitive Way and its contributors shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of this website or reliance on the information provided. Hiking and pilgrimage travel carry inherent risks, and you assume full responsibility for your safety on the trail.
6. Intellectual Property
All content on this website, including text, images, graphics, logos, GPX tracks, and map data, is the property of The Primitive Way or its licensors and is protected by applicable copyright and intellectual property laws. The Camino Primitivo route itself is part of the public cultural heritage.
7. Governing Law
These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Spain. Any disputes arising from the use of this website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Oviedo, Asturias, Spain.
Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 1, 2025
Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how The Primitive Way collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our website, including pages visited, time spent, referring URLs, and browser type. This data is collected automatically through cookies and analytics tools.
- Contact Information: If you contact us through a form or email, we may collect your name, email address, and the content of your message.
- Device Information: Technical data such as your IP address, device type, operating system, and screen resolution.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Improve and maintain our website and its content.
- Understand how visitors use our website to enhance the user experience.
- Respond to your inquiries and provide support.
- Comply with legal obligations.
3. Cookies
Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. We use:
- Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly, such as language preferences.
- Analytics Cookies: Used to understand website usage patterns. We use privacy-focused analytics that do not track individual users across websites.
You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain features.
4. Data Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share anonymized, aggregated data with analytics providers to help us understand website usage. We may disclose your information if required by law or to protect our rights.
5. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this policy or as required by law. Analytics data is retained in anonymized form for up to 24 months.
6. Your Rights
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable Spanish data protection law (LOPDGDD), you have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you.
- Request correction of inaccurate data.
- Request deletion of your personal data.
- Object to or restrict the processing of your data.
- Request data portability.
- Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the email address provided below.
7. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is entirely secure.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not directed at children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us so we can take appropriate action.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms of Use or this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
The Primitive Way
Email: info@theprimitiveway.com