Cookie Policy
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences, analyzing how you use our site, and personalizing content.
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them on Aidventuro, what types of cookies we use, and how you can control them.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for several important purposes:
- Essential Website Functionality: Enable core features like user authentication, security, and basic site operations
- User Experience: Remember your preferences, language settings, and personalization choices
- Performance Analysis: Understand how visitors interact with our website to improve functionality
- Personalization: Provide tailored travel recommendations based on your interests and browsing behavior
- Security: Protect against fraud, spam, and other security threats
- Marketing: Deliver relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_id | User session management | Session |
| auth_token | User authentication | 30 days |
| csrf_token | Security protection | Session |
Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your choices and preferences to enhance your experience.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| language_pref | Language selection | 1 year |
| theme_mode | Dark/light mode preference | 1 year |
| currency_pref | Currency display preference | 6 months |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website so we can improve it.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - user identification | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics - session data | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - user identification | 24 hours |
Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver personalized advertisements and track marketing campaigns.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Facebook Pixel - user tracking | 3 months |
| _gcl_au | Google Ads - conversion tracking | 3 months |
| marketing_consent | Marketing preferences | 1 year |
4. Third-Party Cookies
We also use third-party services that may set their own cookies on your device:
- Google Analytics: Helps us understand website usage patterns and improve user experience
Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy - Google Ads: Enables us to show relevant advertisements and measure campaign performance
Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy - Facebook Pixel: Helps us track conversions and optimize advertising campaigns
Privacy Policy: https://www.facebook.com/privacy/policy/ - Booking Platform Partners: Enable booking functionality and track referral commissions
Various third-party booking platforms may set their own cookies
5. How to Control Cookies
You have several options for controlling cookies:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies only
- Delete existing cookies
- Set cookies to expire when you close your browser
- Receive notifications when cookies are set
Browser-Specific Instructions:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
Opt-Out Tools
You can also use these tools to opt out of specific tracking:
- Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Google Ads: Google Ads Settings
- Facebook: Facebook Ad Preferences
- Network Advertising Initiative: NAI Opt-out Tool
6. Impact of Disabling Cookies
While you can disable cookies, please note that this may affect your experience on Aidventuro:
⚠️ Potential Issues:
- • Inability to stay logged in
- • Loss of personalized recommendations
- • Repeated cookie consent prompts
- • Reduced website functionality
- • Less relevant advertisements
✅ Still Available:
- • Basic website browsing
- • Reading travel content
- • Searching destinations
- • Viewing objective information
- • Accessing public content
7. Cookie Consent
When you first visit Aidventuro, you'll see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:
- Accept All: Allow all cookies for the full website experience
- Reject Non-Essential: Only allow essential cookies required for basic functionality
- Customize Settings: Choose which categories of cookies to allow
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the “Cookie Settings” link in our website footer.
8. Data Protection and Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect cookie data:
- Encryption: Sensitive cookies are encrypted and transmitted securely
- Secure Flags: Important cookies are marked as secure and HTTP-only
- Regular Review: We regularly review and update our cookie practices
- Data Minimization: We only collect and store necessary cookie data
- Retention Limits: Cookies are automatically deleted after their specified duration
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our practices. When we make significant changes, we will:
- Update the “Last updated” date at the top of this policy
- Notify users through our website or email communications
- Request renewed consent where required by law
- Provide clear information about what has changed
10. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: contact@aidventuro.com
This Cookie Policy is part of our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions. By using Aidventuro, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.