Last Updated: 25 February 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to Trip to Guyana (“Website,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies on our Website.
By using this Website, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy. You can manage or disable cookies at any time through your browser settings or our cookie consent banner.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help improve user experience, track website usage, and enable certain features like personalized ads and affiliate tracking.
Cookies can be:
- First-party cookies – Set by us (e.g., for website functionality).
- Third-party cookies – Set by services like Google AdSense and affiliate networks.
3. Cookies We Use & Their Purpose
We use different types of cookies for various purposes:
3.1. Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)
✅ Help the Website function properly.
✅ Cannot be disabled.
| Cookie | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|
cookie_consent | Stores user’s cookie consent preference | 12 months |
3.2. Analytics Cookies
✅ Help us understand how visitors use the Website.
✅ Collected data is anonymized (e.g., no personal details).
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
_ga, _gid | Google Analytics | Tracks site traffic & user behavior | 2 years |
How to Opt Out: Install the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on.
3.3. Advertising Cookies (Google AdSense)
✅ Used to display personalized or non-personalized ads.
✅ Helps serve ads based on user interests.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
NID, IDE, ANID | Google AdSense | Personalizes ads based on browsing history | Up to 13 months |
How to Opt Out: Visit Google Ads Settings.
3.4. Affiliate Tracking Cookies
✅ Help track commissions from purchases made via affiliate links.
✅ Required for Amazon Associates, Booking.com, Skyscanner, etc.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
ad-id, ad-privacy | Amazon Associates | Tracks purchases for commission | 30 days |
_px, _trk | Booking.com | Tracks bookings made via referral | Varies by provider |
How to Opt Out: Use browser settings to block cookies (may affect affiliate links).
4. How to Manage & Disable Cookies
Users can accept or reject cookies via:
✅ Our cookie consent banner (shown to UK/EU users).
✅ Browser settings – Most browsers allow users to block or delete cookies.
Instructions for Disabling Cookies in Popular Browsers:
- Chrome: Manage Cookies
- Firefox: Manage Cookies
- Safari: Manage Cookies
- Edge: Manage Cookies
⚠️ Warning: Disabling cookies may impact website functionality.
5. Third-Party Cookies & External Services
Our Website may include content from third parties (e.g., embedded YouTube videos, social media sharing buttons). These services may set their own cookies.
| Provider | Purpose | Policy |
|---|---|---|
| YouTube | Embedded videos | Google Privacy Policy |
| Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest | Social sharing buttons | Facebook Policy |
6. GDPR & User Rights (For UK/EU Users)
Users in the UK & EU have the right to:
✅ Withdraw consent for cookies at any time.
✅ Request data deletion (see our Privacy Policy for details).
✅ Opt out of targeted ads via the Your Online Choices tool.
7. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this policy as needed. Changes will be posted here, and significant updates may be announced via email (if subscribed).
8. Contact Us
For any questions about this Cookie Policy:
📧 Email: admin@triptoguyana.com
