Cookie Policy for Discover Gibraltar
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This Cookie Policy explains how Discover Gibraltar (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website exploregib.com (the “Site”) and within our mobile application (“App”). It should be read together with our Privacy Policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They help websites function, improve performance, and provide analytical and advertising insights.
Similar technologies used in the App include SDKs, device identifiers, pixels, and local storage.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use several types of cookies and tracking technologies across the Site and App:
2.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the Site and App to function properly. They enable basic features such as page navigation, security, and access to secure areas. You cannot disable essential cookies.
2.2 Preferences Cookies
These cookies remember your settings and choices, such as language, region, and display preferences, to provide a more personalized experience.
2.3 Analytics & Performance Cookies
We use analytics tools, including PostHog (cloud hosted), to collect data about how users interact with the Site and App. These cookies help us understand:
- Which pages or screens users visit
- How users navigate the Services
- App performance, errors, and crashes
- Usage patterns and feature engagement
This helps us improve functionality, design, and performance.
2.4 Advertising & Marketing Cookies
We work with advertising partners and networks that may place cookies or SDKs to deliver personalized ads and measure ad effectiveness. These partners may collect:
- Device identifiers
- Ad interaction data
- Approximate location
- Usage and interest data
Where required by law, we request your explicit consent before enabling personalized advertising or non-essential tracking.
2.5 Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third parties, such as analytics providers, ad networks, social media platforms, or embedded content providers. These third parties may collect information according to their own privacy and cookie policies.
3. Cookies Used in the Mobile App
The App may use mobile-specific tracking technologies including:
- SDKs (Software Development Kits)
- Mobile advertising identifiers (IDFA, AAID)
- Local storage and device caching
- Analytics event tracking
These help us deliver core functionality, analytics, and advertising services.
4. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Operate and secure the Site and App;
- Remember your preferences and settings;
- Analyze usage and performance;
- Detect and prevent fraud or misuse;
- Provide relevant advertisements and measure their effectiveness;
- Improve user experience and design.
5. Cookie Consent (GDPR / ePrivacy)
When you first visit exploregib.com, you may see a cookie banner requesting your consent for non-essential cookies. You may choose to accept, reject, or customize your cookie preferences.
You may change your cookie preferences at any time by using the cookie settings available on the Site or within the App.
6. Managing Cookies
You can manage or disable cookies using your browser or device settings. Please note that disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of the Site or App.
6.1 Browser Controls
You can usually manage cookies in your browser settings:
- Disable all cookies
- Delete existing cookies
- Block third-party cookies
- Receive alerts when cookies are being set
6.2 Mobile Device Settings
For the App, you can control tracking through:
- Resetting ad identifiers (IDFA, GAID/AAID)
- Restricting ad tracking (e.g., “Limit Ad Tracking” on iOS)
- Revoking location or tracking permissions
6.3 Opt-Out Tools
Some advertising partners provide opt-out tools, such as:
- Network Advertising Initiative (NAI)
- Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA)
- European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance (EDAA)
7. Third-Party Tracking Technologies
Third parties (such as analytics and advertising providers) may use cookies, pixels, and SDKs to collect information about your activity across different websites or apps. Their practices are governed by their own privacy and cookie policies.
8. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our practices. The “Last updated” date will always indicate the most recent version.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Explore Gib
Gibraltar
Email: admin@exploregib.com
Website: https://exploregib.com