What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer, tablet, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used by website operators to make their websites work more efficiently, to provide a better browsing experience, and to gather information about how visitors use the site. A cookie typically contains the name of the domain from which the cookie originated, the lifetime of the cookie, and a randomly generated unique identifier.
Cookies do not typically contain any information that personally identifies a user, but personal information that we store about you may be linked to the information stored in and obtained from cookies.
Types of Cookies by Duration
- Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that are stored in your browser's memory only during your browsing session. They are automatically deleted when you close your browser. Session cookies are used to maintain your session state as you navigate between pages on our website, such as keeping track of your flight search results.
- Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device for a set period of time or until you manually delete them. Persistent cookies are used to remember your preferences, login information, and settings for future visits to our website.
Types of Cookies by Source
- First-Party Cookies: These are cookies set directly by Travelocheck (travelocheck.com). They are used to provide core website functionality, remember your preferences, and analyze how you use our site.
- Third-Party Cookies: These are cookies set by domains other than travelocheck.com. Third-party cookies are typically used for analytics, advertising, and social media integration. They may be placed by our analytics providers, advertising partners, or other third-party services integrated into our website.
Types of Cookies by Security
- Secure Cookies: These cookies can only be transmitted over an encrypted HTTPS connection, providing an additional layer of security. We use secure cookies for any functionality that involves sensitive information, such as payment processing.
- HTTP-Only Cookies: These cookies cannot be accessed by JavaScript and are only sent to the server with HTTP requests. HTTP-only cookies help protect against cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks and are used for session management and authentication.
Categories of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies: These cookies are strictly necessary for our website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms. Without these cookies, certain features of our website would not work. Essential cookies do not require your consent.
Analytical/Performance Cookies: These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our website. They help us understand which pages are the most and least popular and how visitors move around the site. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous. If you do not allow these cookies, we will not know when you have visited our site.
Functional Cookies: These cookies enable our website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages. They allow us to remember your preferences, such as your preferred language, currency, or recent search parameters. If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly.
Advertising/Targeting Cookies: These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites. They do not directly store personal information but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising.
Performance Cookies: These cookies collect information about how you use our website, such as which pages you visit most often and whether you receive error messages. These cookies help us improve the way our website works and ensure you have a smooth experience. Performance cookies collect anonymous, aggregated information and do not identify individual visitors.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. Most web browsers are set to accept cookies by default, but you can modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer. The method for managing cookies varies by browser, but you can typically find cookie settings in the "Options," "Settings," or "Preferences" menu of your browser.
Please note that if you choose to block or delete cookies, some features of our website may not function properly, and your browsing experience may be affected. For example, you may need to re-enter your search criteria each time you visit, and certain personalization features may not be available.
Consent
By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. When you first visit our website, you may be presented with a cookie notice or banner that gives you the option to accept or manage your cookie preferences. Your consent can be withdrawn at any time by adjusting your browser settings to delete or block cookies.
Changes to This Cookies Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use, changes in technology, or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We encourage you to periodically review this page for the latest information about our cookie practices. Any changes will become effective when we post the revised policy on our website.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Phone: (800) 405-7917 (available 24/7)
Email: [email protected]
Address: IFZA Business Park - Building A2 - Nadd Hessa - Dubai Silicon Oasis, Dubai - United Arab Emirates