Privacy Policy

The Beachside Hostel (operated by Blackstar Hospitality Private Limited) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and afeguard your data when you visit our website, make a booking, or stay with us.

By using our website or services, you agree to the terms described below.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information when you interact with us:

• Personal Data: Name, email address, phone number, nationality, government ID (when required by law), and booking/payment details.
• Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and time spent on our website.
• Media & Content: If you upload or share images, or if you appear in photographs/videos taken during hostel events or community activities, these may be used for marketing purposes (unless you explicitly opt out).
• Cookies & Tracking: Small text files that help us remember preferences, improve website functionality, and analyze usage. You can disable cookies in your browser, but some features may not work properly.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

• Confirm and manage reservations.
• Provide check-in/check-out services.
• Comply with legal and government requirements.
• Communicate booking confirmations, updates, or cancellations.
• Share relevant offers, promotions, or updates (you can unsubscribe anytime).
• Improve our website and guest experience.
• Ensure safety, security, and fraud prevention.

3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell or trade your personal data. Information may only be shared in the following cases:

• Service Providers: With trusted third parties (such as booking engines, payment gateways, or email services) to process bookings and payments.
• Legal Obligations: If required by law, court order, or government authority.
• Business Operations: In case of restructuring, sale, or transfer of assets (though Beachside is currently a single-property business).

4. Retention of Data

Guest booking records are retained for as long as necessary to comply with legal/tax obligations.

Website data and cookies are stored temporarily for analysis and user experience.

Any personal data you request us to delete will be erased unless we are legally required to retain it.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Request access to the personal data we hold about you.
• Ask us to correct inaccurate information.
• Request deletion of your personal data (except where retention is required by law).
• Withdraw consent for marketing communications.
• Requests can be made by emailing us at thebeachsidegoa@gmail.com.

6. Data Security

We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed at individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If you believe a minor has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can remove it.

8. External Links

Our website may include links to third-party websites (e.g., booking engines, travel blogs). We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, you can reach us at:

The Beachside Hostel (Blackstar Hospitality Private Limited)

Email: thebeachsidegoa@gmail.com