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Who we are

BackroadMapping.com is a passionate team of outdoor enthusiasts and technology enthusiasts who share a deep appreciation for exploration and adventure. Based in the picturesque town of Mountain Home, Arkansas, we’ve made it our mission to inspire and assist fellow adventurers in discovering the beauty and excitement of the great outdoors.

Our Vision

Our vision is simple: to empower individuals and families to embark on memorable journeys into the heart of nature, uncover hidden gems along the backroads, and create lasting memories. We believe that the world is best explored off the beaten path, and our goal is to provide the tools and resources to make that exploration accessible to all.

What We Do

BackroadMapping.com is your trusted companion for outdoor exploration. We specialize in creating detailed, up-to-date, and user-friendly maps and guides that help you navigate the less-traveled roads, trails, and natural wonders of the world. Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway, a cross-country road trip, or a remote wilderness expedition, we’ve got you covered.

Why We Do It

Our team is driven by a shared passion for the outdoors and a belief that connecting with nature is essential for a balanced and fulfilling life. We understand the sense of wonder and serenity that comes from immersing oneself in the beauty of untouched landscapes, and we want to make it easier for others to experience that magic.

Our Commitment

At BackroadMapping.com, we are committed to providing you with accurate, reliable, and easy-to-use resources to enhance your outdoor adventures. We continuously strive to improve our maps, guides, and services, ensuring that you have the information you need to explore with confidence.

Thank you for choosing BackroadMapping.com as your outdoor adventure companion. We look forward to being a part of your next journey into the wild, and we hope to inspire you to embrace the backroads and create your own unforgettable stories along the way.

Comments

When you, our valued visitors, leave comments on BackroadMapping.com, we want you to know how we handle your data. Here’s what you should be aware of:

  1. Data Collection: When you submit a comment, we collect the data you enter in the comments form. This includes your name, email address (if provided), and the content of your comment. Additionally, we automatically gather your IP address and browser user agent string to assist us in identifying and preventing spam.
  2. Gravatar Service: If you use Gravatar, an anonymized string generated from your email address (known as a hash) may be sent to the Gravatar service to check if you have a Gravatar profile. Gravatar is a service that provides profile pictures associated with email addresses. You can review their privacy policy at Gravatar Privacy Policy.
  3. Profile Picture Visibility: Once your comment is approved, your profile picture (if you have one through Gravatar) will be displayed publicly in connection with your comment. Please keep this in mind when deciding whether to include a profile picture.

We value your privacy and are committed to maintaining the security of your data. If you have any concerns or questions regarding our comment policy or the way we handle your information, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us through our contact information provided in our Privacy Policy.

Thank you for being a part of our community and for sharing your thoughts with us. Your comments contribute to the richness of our content and the value we provide to fellow outdoor enthusiasts.

Media

At BackroadMapping.com, we encourage our users to share their outdoor adventures and experiences by uploading images to our website. However, we want to make you aware of our policy regarding image uploads and the potential risks associated with location data (EXIF GPS) embedded in these images.

  1. Location Data: When you upload images to our website, please be cautious about including location data within those images. Many modern digital cameras and smartphones automatically embed GPS coordinates into image files, revealing the exact geographic location where the image was taken. This information, known as EXIF GPS data, can be extracted by visitors who download or view the images on our website.
  2. Privacy Concerns: While sharing your outdoor photos is a great way to inspire others and connect with fellow adventurers, it’s important to consider the privacy implications of sharing location data. Posting images with embedded GPS coordinates could potentially disclose your precise whereabouts, which may not always be desirable.
  3. How to Remove Location Data: Before uploading images, we recommend reviewing and, if necessary, removing any EXIF GPS data from the files. Most image editing software and apps offer tools to do this. By taking this precaution, you can share your images while safeguarding your privacy.
  4. Our Commitment: We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all users. While we provide this information and recommendation, ultimately, the responsibility for managing the content and associated data of uploaded images rests with you, the user.

Thank you for being a part of the BackroadMapping.com community and for sharing your outdoor adventures with us. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in maintaining the privacy and security of all users. If you have any questions or concerns about our media policy, please feel free to reach out to us.

Cookies

At BackroadMapping.com, we use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and provide you with convenient features. This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies on our website.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They serve various purposes, including recognizing your preferences, improving website performance, and providing personalized content.

Types of Cookies We Use

  1. Comment Cookies: If you leave a comment on our site, you have the option to save your name, email address, and website in cookies. These cookies are for your convenience, so you don’t have to re-enter your details each time you leave a comment. These cookies are set to last for one year.
  2. Login Cookies: When you visit our login page, we set a temporary cookie to determine if your browser accepts cookies. This temporary cookie contains no personal data and is discarded when you close your browser.
  3. Login Information and Screen Options Cookies: If you log in to our website, we use cookies to save your login information and screen display choices. Login cookies are set to last for two days, and screen options cookies last for a year. If you select “Remember Me” during login, your login will persist for two weeks. Logging out of your account will remove the login cookies.
  4. Article Editing Cookies: When you edit or publish an article, an additional cookie is saved in your browser. This cookie contains no personal data and simply indicates the post ID of the article you just edited. It expires after 1 day.

Managing Cookies

You have the option to manage and control cookies through your browser settings. You can typically configure your browser to accept, reject, or delete cookies. Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may affect your experience on our website and limit certain features.

Your Consent

By using BackroadMapping.com, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. If you do not agree with the use of cookies, you may adjust your browser settings or refrain from using our website.

Changes to this Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any updates will be posted on our website.

If you have any questions or concerns about our Cookie Policy or the use of cookies on our website, please contact us using the information provided in our Privacy Policy.

Embedded content from other websites

BackroadMapping.com may feature articles and pages that include embedded content, such as videos, images, articles, and more, from third-party websites. We want to inform you about how embedded content from these external websites functions and how it may impact your privacy.

Behavior of Embedded Content: Embedded content from other websites behaves in the same way as if you were visiting the third-party website directly. This means that when you interact with embedded content on our site, you are subject to the privacy policies and practices of the external website providing that content.

Data Collection and Tracking: It’s important to be aware that these external websites may collect data about your interaction with their embedded content. This data collection may include information about your browsing behavior, preferences, and actions taken while interacting with the embedded content. Additionally, these websites may use cookies and employ third-party tracking technologies to monitor your interaction with the embedded content.

If you have an account with the external website and are logged in while interacting with the embedded content, your activity may be associated with your account and linked to your user profile on that website.

We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these external websites to understand how they collect, use, and protect your data. Please note that BackroadMapping.com has no control over the data collection and tracking practices of these third-party websites.

Your interaction with embedded content on our site is entirely voluntary. If you have concerns about your privacy when interacting with embedded content, we recommend refraining from engaging with such content or adjusting your privacy settings on the external websites as needed.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding embedded content from other websites on BackroadMapping.com, please feel free to contact us using the information provided in our Privacy Policy. Your privacy and online experience are important to us, and we are here to assist you with any inquiries you may have.

Who we share your data with

At BackroadMapping.com, we take your privacy seriously and want to be transparent about how we handle your data. While we prioritize safeguarding your information, there are certain circumstances where we may need to share your data for specific purposes. One such instance involves password reset requests, where your IP address will be included in the reset email. Here’s what you should know:

Password Reset Requests:

  • When you initiate a password reset request on our website, we will include your IP address in the reset email for security and verification purposes.
  • Including your IP address in the reset email helps us verify the authenticity of the request and protect your account from unauthorized access.
  • This practice helps ensure the security of your account and helps us prevent fraudulent password reset attempts.

Your Privacy Matters:

  • We take the privacy and security of your data seriously and do not share your information lightly.
  • Rest assured that your IP address will only be used for the specific purpose of verifying password reset requests and will not be shared with any third parties for marketing or other purposes.

We are committed to protecting your data and maintaining the security of your account. If you have any questions or concerns about how we share your data or any other aspect of our privacy practices, please feel free to contact us using the information provided in our Privacy Policy. Your privacy is important to us, and we are here to assist you with any inquiries you may have.

How long we retain your data

At BackroadMapping.com, we want to be transparent about how long we retain your data to provide you with a clear understanding of our data retention practices. Here’s what you should know:

Comments:

  • If you leave a comment on our website, the comment itself and its associated metadata are retained indefinitely. We keep this information to ensure that we can recognize and automatically approve any follow-up comments you make.
  • Retaining comments and metadata indefinitely helps us maintain the continuity of conversations and user interactions on our site, without requiring each comment to go through a moderation queue.

User Registrations:

  • For users who register on our website (if applicable), we store the personal information they provide in their user profile. This information includes your name, email address, and any other data you provide during registration.
  • All registered users have the ability to view, edit, or delete their personal information at any time, except for their username, which cannot be changed.
  • Website administrators also have access to view and edit user profile information for administrative and security purposes.

Our data retention practices are designed to enhance your user experience, facilitate ongoing discussions, and provide you with control over your personal information. If you have any questions or concerns about how we retain your data or any other aspect of our data management practices, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us using the contact information provided in our Privacy Policy.

What rights you have over your data

At BackroadMapping.com, we respect your privacy and want to ensure that you have control over your personal data. Here are the rights you have over your data:

Data Export Request:

  • If you have an account on our website or have left comments, you have the right to request an exported file of the personal data we hold about you. This file will include any information you have provided to us.

Data Erasure Request:

  • You also have the right to request the erasure of any personal data we hold about you. This means that we will delete your personal information from our records.
  • Please note that this right is subject to certain limitations. We may be obliged to retain some data for administrative, legal, or security purposes even if you request its erasure.

Exercising Your Rights:

  • To request a data export or data erasure, please contact us using the information provided in our Privacy Policy. We will process your request promptly and provide you with the necessary information or confirm the deletion of your data.

We are committed to respecting your rights and ensuring the security and privacy of your data. If you have any questions or concerns about exercising these rights or any other aspect of our data practices, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us. Your privacy is important to us, and we are here to assist you.

Where your data is sent

At BackroadMapping.com, we want to be transparent about where your data may be sent to ensure your privacy is protected. Here’s what you should know:

Automated Spam Detection Service:

  • Visitor comments submitted on our website may be checked through an automated spam detection service.
  • This service helps us identify and prevent spam comments, ensuring a higher quality and more secure user experience for all visitors.
  • While your comments are being processed through this automated spam detection service, some of your data, such as the content of your comment, may be transmitted to and checked by external servers operated by the spam detection service provider.

We take your privacy seriously and work diligently to safeguard your data throughout its lifecycle. Please note that this data transmission is a routine part of our efforts to maintain the integrity of our platform and protect our users from spam.

If you have any questions or concerns about how your data is handled or any other aspect of our privacy practices, please do not hesitate to contact us using the information provided in our Privacy Policy.

At BackroadMapping.com, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website or use our services. By accessing or using BackroadMapping.com, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding our Privacy Policy, you can contact us at:

BackroadMapping.com Phone: 1-855-527-7464 Address: Mountain Home, Arkansas

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your personal information:

  1. Information We Collect We may collect various types of information when you visit our website or use our services, including:
  • Personal Information: This includes your name, email address, postal address, and phone number, which you may provide when you create an account, make a purchase, or contact us.
  • Usage Information: We collect information about how you use our website, such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, and the pages you visit.
  • Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your browsing behavior and preferences. You can manage your cookie preferences by adjusting your browser settings.
  • Affiliate Information: We may collect information related to your interactions with affiliate links and partnerships, including information about purchases you make through those links.
  1. How We Use Your Information We use your personal information for the following purposes:
  • To provide and improve our services.
  • To personalize your experience on our website.
  • To process transactions and fulfill orders.
  • To communicate with you, respond to your inquiries, and provide customer support.
  • To send you marketing and promotional materials with your consent.
  • To monitor and analyze website usage and trends.
  • To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights and the rights of others.
  1. Disclosure of Your Information We may share your personal information with third parties in the following circumstances:
  • With service providers and partners who assist us in delivering our services.
  • With affiliates and third parties for marketing and promotional purposes, with your consent.
  • In connection with the sale, merger, or acquisition of all or part of our company.
  • To comply with legal obligations or protect our rights and the rights of others.
  1. Amazon and Affiliate Notice BackroadMapping.com participates in various affiliate marketing programs, including the Amazon Associates Program. When you click on affiliate links and make a purchase, we may earn a commission from the sale. Please be aware that our Privacy Policy does not apply to the practices of these third-party websites, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies.
  2. Your Choices You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
  • You can review and update your account information by logging in to your account.
  • You can opt-out of receiving marketing communications by following the instructions in the emails you receive.
  • You can manage cookies through your browser settings.
  1. Security We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information, but no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is entirely secure. We cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.
  2. Changes to this Privacy Policy We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated Privacy Policy on our website or through other means.
  3. Contact Us If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us using the information provided above.

By using BackroadMapping.com, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to this Privacy Policy and our Terms of Use.