Last updated: February 2026

1. Introduction

Valor Flights ("we", "us", "our") operates an AI-powered flight search engine that helps users find and compare airfares across airlines. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our website at valorflights.com.

IMPORTANT: Valor Flights is a search engine only. We do not process bookings, payments, or handle personal travel arrangements. Our data collection is minimal and focused solely on improving search functionality.

2. Information We Collect

When you use Valor Flights, we may collect:

Search Data (Temporary): Origin, destination, travel dates, and basic search parameters entered into our flight search form. This data is processed in real-time and not permanently stored.
Technical Data: IP address (anonymized), browser type, device type, operating system, and referring URLs for analytics and security purposes.
Usage Analytics: Pages visited, time spent on site, search patterns, and user interactions to improve our AI algorithms.
Cookies & Local Storage: Essential cookies for site functionality and optional analytics cookies with your consent.

We DO NOT collect: Personal identification numbers, payment information, passport details, or any sensitive personal data required for travel bookings.

3. How We Use Your Information

Search Functionality: To query airline databases and display relevant flight results in real-time.
AI Improvement: To train and enhance our flight search algorithms using anonymized, aggregated data.
Site Optimization: To analyze user behavior and improve website performance and user experience.
Security: To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, or malicious activity on our platform.
Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations.

4. THIRD-PARTY SERVICES - COMPLETELY SEPARATE

CRITICAL DISTINCTION: When you click on any flight result, you are redirected to airline websites or third-party booking providers. These are completely separate services with their own privacy policies.

We have NO ACCESS to:

Your booking information on airline websites
Payment details or financial information
Personal data provided to third-party booking sites
Travel itineraries or confirmation details
Customer service interactions with airlines

Third-party services we use:

Travelpayouts: Flight search API and affiliate services (privacy policy: travelpayouts.com)
Google Analytics: Website analytics (privacy policy: google.com/analytics/policies)
Cloudflare: CDN and security services (privacy policy: cloudflare.com/privacypolicy)

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do NOT sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. We may share data only in the following limited circumstances:

Anonymized Analytics: Aggregated, anonymized usage data with analytics providers.
Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government regulation.
Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (with proper notice).
Service Providers: With trusted third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf (e.g., hosting, analytics).

6. Data Retention and Security

Data Retention:

Search queries: Not permanently stored (processed in real-time only)
Analytics data: Retained for 26 months in anonymized, aggregated form
Technical logs: Retained for 90 days for security purposes
Cookies: Retained until you clear them or they expire (typically 1 year)

Security Measures: We implement industry-standard security measures including:

HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
Secure cloud hosting with regular backups
Access controls and authentication systems
Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your data:

Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
Correction: Request correction of inaccurate personal data.
Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data (where legally required).
Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service provider.
Objection: Object to processing of your personal data.
Restriction: Limit how we use your personal data.

Cookie Controls: You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings or our cookie consent banner.

8. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete such information immediately.

9. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international data transfers in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date. Continued use of our services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:

Email: privacy@valorflights.com
Response Time: We will respond to privacy inquiries within 30 days
Data Protection Officer: Available for complex privacy matters

IMPORTANT: Remember that Valor Flights is a search engine only. We do not handle bookings, payments, or store sensitive travel data. Any personal information you provide to airlines or booking sites is governed by their separate privacy policies.