Privacy Policy — Dabaso Gardens
Last updated: June 2026
1. Data Controller
The data controller for this website is:
Lugard’s Lodge Ltd Timboni-Dabaso Road, Dabaso, Watamu, Kilifi County, Kenya Email: info@dabasogardens.com WhatsApp: +39 345 340 9350
2. What Data We Collect
We collect personal data only when you voluntarily provide it by contacting us. This includes:
- Name and contact details (when you send an email or WhatsApp message)
- Email address (when you contact us via the contact form or email)
- Any information you choose to share in your message
We do not use Google Analytics or any other tracking or profiling tools. We do not use advertising cookies.
3. Cookies
This website uses only technical cookies necessary for the site to function correctly. No profiling or third-party marketing cookies are used.
By continuing to browse this website, you accept the use of technical cookies.
4. Purpose and Legal Basis of Processing
We process your personal data for the following purposes:
- To respond to enquiries and booking requests (legal basis: contract performance and legitimate interest)
- To send information about availability and rates when requested (legal basis: consent)
We do not use your data for marketing purposes without your explicit consent. We do not sell or share your data with third parties.
5. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose for which it was collected, or as required by law. Enquiry data is typically retained for up to 24 months.
6. Third-Party Services
This website uses the following third-party services:
- WhatsApp (Meta Platforms) — for direct communication. When you contact us via WhatsApp, Meta’s privacy policy applies.
- Google Maps — embedded maps on our location page. Google’s privacy policy applies to map interactions.
- Google Fonts — used for typography. Google may receive your IP address when fonts are loaded.
7. Your Rights (GDPR)
If you are located in the European Union, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Right to access your data
- Right to rectification
- Right to erasure (“right to be forgotten”)
- Right to restriction of processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to object to processing
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@dabasogardens.com. We will respond within 30 days.
8. Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, loss or misuse.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. The date at the top of this page indicates when it was last revised. Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
10. Contact
For any questions regarding this privacy policy or your personal data, contact us at:
📧 info@dabasogardens.com 💬 WhatsApp +39 345 340 9350