TERMS OF SERVICE

The Bali Insider

Last updated: 17 January 2026

Welcome to The Bali Insider. By accessing and using this website, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms of Service. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please discontinue use of our site.

1. About The Bali Insider

The Bali Insider is an independent travel and lifestyle publication focused on Bali and Indonesia. Our content includes editorial articles, travel guides, cultural features, photography, and opinion pieces intended for informational and inspirational purposes.

All content is created based on personal experience, journalistic research, and local insight.

2. Editorial Independence

All articles published on The Bali Insider are written with editorial integrity.

• Sponsored content, partnerships, or affiliate links will be clearly disclosed where applicable.
• Reviews and recommendations reflect the author’s honest opinion and experience.
• We do not guarantee outcomes related to travel experiences, accommodations, activities, or services mentioned.

3. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on this website, including text, photographs, graphics, logos, and design elements, is the intellectual property of The Bali Insider unless otherwise stated.

You may not:

• Reproduce, republish, distribute, or modify our content without prior written permission.
• Use our images or articles for commercial purposes without consent.

Limited sharing for personal or non-commercial use is permitted with proper attribution and a direct link to the original article.

4. User Conduct

When using this website, you agree not to:

• Post or transmit unlawful, offensive, or misleading content.
• Attempt to disrupt or compromise the website’s security or functionality.
• Use the website for unauthorized commercial solicitation.

We reserve the right to remove comments or restrict access at our discretion.

5. External Links

The Bali Insider may include links to third-party websites for reference or convenience. We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of external websites.

Accessing third-party links is done at your own risk.

6. Disclaimer

All information on The Bali Insider is provided “as is” and for general informational purposes only.

We make no warranties regarding:

• Accuracy or completeness of content
• Availability or pricing of travel services
• Safety or suitability of destinations or activities

Travel conditions may change without notice. Readers are encouraged to verify details independently.

7. Limitation of Liability

The Bali Insider shall not be held liable for any loss, injury, or damage arising from the use of this website or reliance on its content.

8. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to update these Terms of Service at any time. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

PRIVACY POLICY

The Bali Insider

The Bali Insider respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable privacy laws.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information:

a. Personal Data (Voluntarily Provided)

• Name and email address (when subscribing to newsletters or contacting us)
• Any information you provide via contact forms

b. Automatically Collected Data

• IP address
• Browser type and device information
• Pages visited and time spent on the site
• Referring URLs

This data is collected through cookies and analytics tools.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected data to:

• Improve website performance and content quality
• Respond to inquiries and messages
• Send newsletters (only with your consent)
• Analyze traffic and user behavior
• Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell personal data.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

The Bali Insider uses cookies to enhance user experience.

Cookies may be used for:

• Website functionality
• Analytics and performance measurement
• Advertising and affiliate tracking (where applicable)

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

We process personal data based on:

• User consent
• Legitimate interest in improving our services
• Legal obligations

You have the right to withdraw consent at any time.

5. Data Sharing

We may share limited data with trusted third-party service providers, such as:

• Analytics platforms (e.g., Google Analytics)
• Email marketing services

All third parties are required to comply with data protection standards.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.

7. Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request correction or deletion
• Restrict or object to processing
• Request data portability
• Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority

8. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites.

10. Updates to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised date.