InKend (inkend.com) is an independent travel and lifestyle publication. This policy explains what data we collect, why, and how we handle it.

Who We Are

InKend publishes long-form travel guides and lifestyle content, with a focus on Russia, Eastern Europe and destinations beyond the main tourist circuit. Our website address is https://www.inkend.com.

Data We Collect

Comments
If you leave a comment on an article, we collect your name, email address, comment content, IP address and browser information. Your email address is not published. Comments are held for moderation before appearing publicly.

Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors find and use InKend — which articles are read, how long people stay, and what devices they use. This data is anonymised and aggregated. It does not identify you personally. To opt out, use the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on at https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.

Cookies
This site uses cookies in two categories: functional cookies required for the site to work, and Google Analytics cookies (_ga, _gid) for usage measurement. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though this may affect some site features.

Embedded Content
Some articles include embedded maps (Google Maps) or other third-party content. Embedded content may collect data and set cookies according to the privacy policies of those third parties.

How Long We Keep Your Data

Approved comments and their metadata are retained indefinitely so that follow-up comments can be recognised. Analytics data is retained by Google according to their own retention schedule. You may request deletion of your comment at any time.

Your Rights

You have the right to request access to, correction of, or deletion of any personal data InKend holds about you. Contact us at inkendmail@gmail.com and we will respond within 30 days.

Third-Party Links

InKend links to external websites, particularly hotels, booking services and tourism resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites.

Changes to This Policy

This policy may be updated from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page.

Last updated: June 2026