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Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 15, 2025

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit our website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners about user preferences and behavior.

2. How We Use Cookies

The Travel Blueprint uses cookies to:

  • Remember your preferences and settings
  • Understand how you use our website
  • Improve your browsing experience
  • Provide personalized content and recommendations
  • Ensure website security and functionality

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They cannot be disabled as they are essential for providing services you have requested.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
cookiesAccepted Remembers your cookie preferences 1 year
sessionID Maintains your session during site visit Session only

3.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by providing anonymous statistical information.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
_ga Google Analytics - tracks unique visitors 2 years
_gid Google Analytics - tracks user sessions 24 hours
_gat Google Analytics - throttles request rate 1 minute

3.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your preferences and personalizing content.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
userPreferences Remembers your site preferences 6 months
language Stores your language preference 1 year

3.4 Marketing Cookies (Optional)

These cookies are used to deliver personalized advertisements and measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns. They require your explicit consent.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
_fbp Facebook Pixel - tracks conversions 3 months
_gcl_au Google Ads - tracks ad interactions 3 months

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are set by third-party services that appear on our website:

  • Google Analytics: Provides website usage statistics
  • Social Media Plugins: Enable sharing on social platforms
  • Embedded Content: Videos, maps, and other embedded content may set cookies

5. Your Cookie Choices

5.1 Managing Cookies

You have several options for managing cookies:

  • Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings
  • Cookie Banner: Use our cookie banner to accept or reject non-essential cookies
  • Opt-out Tools: Use industry opt-out tools for advertising cookies

5.2 Browser-Specific Instructions

To manage cookies in different browsers:

  • Chrome: Settings > Advanced > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Preferences > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
  • Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data

6. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Disabling certain types of cookies may affect your experience:

  • Essential Cookies: Website may not function properly
  • Analytics Cookies: We cannot improve the website based on usage data
  • Functional Cookies: You may need to re-enter preferences on each visit
  • Marketing Cookies: You may see less relevant advertisements

7. Consent and Withdrawal

Under GDPR, we require your consent for non-essential cookies. You can:

  • Give or withdraw consent at any time
  • Change your preferences using our cookie banner
  • Contact us to update your cookie preferences

8. Data Protection

Information collected through cookies is processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy. We implement appropriate security measures to protect cookie data and ensure compliance with applicable data protection laws.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of significant changes and update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy.

10. Contact Information

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy:

  • Email: [email protected]
  • Subject Line: Cookie Policy Inquiry

11. Useful Resources

For more information about cookies and privacy online:

  • UK Information Commissioner's Office
  • All About Cookies
  • Your Online Choices

This Cookie Policy is designed to be transparent about our use of cookies and provide you with control over your privacy preferences.