Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Voyage Secrets ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at voyage-secretsx.com ("Website"). This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

By continuing to use our Website, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy. You can manage your cookie preferences using the settings described below.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

Cookies may be set by the website you are visiting ("first-party cookies") or by third parties providing services to that website ("third-party cookies").

2.1 Types of Cookies

• Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a specified period or until manually deleted
• Secure Cookies: Cookies that are only transmitted over encrypted connections
• HttpOnly Cookies: Cookies that cannot be accessed by client-side scripts

3. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several purposes to enhance your browsing experience and improve our services:

3.1 Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of our Website and cannot be disabled. They include:

• Security Cookies: Protect against cross-site request forgery and other security threats
• Session Management: Maintain your session state during your visit
• Cookie Consent: Remember your cookie preferences
• Load Balancing: Ensure proper distribution of website traffic

3.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance functionality and personalization:

• Language Preferences: Remember your language selection
• Form Data: Temporarily store form information to improve user experience
• Navigation: Remember your navigation preferences
• Accessibility: Store accessibility settings

3.3 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Website:

• Usage Statistics: Track page views, session duration, and bounce rates
• Performance Monitoring: Identify technical issues and optimize performance
• User Behavior: Understand navigation patterns and popular content
• Traffic Sources: Identify how visitors find our Website

3.4 Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness:

• Targeted Advertising: Display relevant ads based on interests and behavior
• Retargeting: Show ads to previous visitors on other websites
• Campaign Tracking: Measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns
• Social Media Integration: Enable sharing and social media features

4. Third-Party Cookies

We may allow certain third-party service providers to place cookies on our Website to provide services such as:

4.1 Analytics Services

• Google Analytics: Website traffic and user behavior analysis
• Performance Monitoring: Technical performance and error tracking

4.2 Security Services

• Content Delivery Networks: Improve website speed and security
• DDoS Protection: Protect against malicious attacks

4.3 Communication Tools

• Contact Forms: Secure form submission and spam protection
• Live Chat: Customer support functionality (when available)

5. Cookie Management and Your Choices

5.1 Cookie Banner

When you first visit our Website, you will see a cookie banner that allows you to:

• Accept all cookies
• Accept only necessary cookies
• Customize your cookie preferences

5.2 Changing Your Preferences

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:

• Using the cookie settings link in our website footer
• Contacting us directly using the information below
• Adjusting your browser settings

5.3 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:

• View cookies stored by websites
• Delete specific cookies or all cookies
• Block cookies from specific websites
• Block all cookies
• Receive notifications when cookies are set

Browser-Specific Instructions:

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

6. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Disabling certain cookies may affect your experience on our Website:

6.1 Necessary Cookies

If you disable necessary cookies, some features may not function properly, including:

• Contact form submissions
• Security features
• Session management

6.2 Functional Cookies

Disabling functional cookies may result in:

• Loss of personalization
• Need to re-enter preferences
• Reduced functionality

6.3 Analytics and Marketing Cookies

Disabling these cookies will:

• Prevent us from improving our services based on usage data
• Result in less relevant advertising
• Limit our ability to measure campaign effectiveness

7. Mobile Devices and Apps

This policy applies to our Website when accessed through mobile browsers. Mobile devices may have additional privacy settings that affect how cookies and similar technologies work.

7.1 Mobile Browser Settings

Mobile browsers typically allow you to manage cookies similar to desktop browsers. Check your mobile browser's settings or help section for specific instructions.

7.2 Device Settings

Many mobile devices allow you to limit ad tracking through device settings:

• iOS: Settings > Privacy & Security > Tracking
• Android: Settings > Privacy > Ads

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. When we make changes, we will:

• Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• Notify you of significant changes through our Website
• Obtain consent for new uses of cookies where required by law

We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.

9. Legal Basis for Cookie Use

Our use of cookies is based on:

• Consent: For non-essential cookies (analytics, marketing)
• Legitimate Interest: For functional cookies that enhance user experience
• Contractual Necessity: For essential cookies required for service delivery

10. International Transfers

Some of our third-party cookie providers may transfer data outside the UK/EU. When this occurs, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including:

• Adequacy decisions
• Standard contractual clauses
• Binding corporate rules
• Other approved transfer mechanisms

11. Children's Privacy

Our Website is not intended for children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 16 through cookies or other tracking technologies.

12. Data Retention

Different types of cookies have different retention periods:

• Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
• Functional Cookies: Typically expire after 1-12 months
• Analytics Cookies: Usually expire after 1-2 years
• Marketing Cookies: Generally expire after 1-2 years

13. Your Rights

Under applicable data protection laws, you have rights regarding cookies and personal data collected through cookies, including:

• Right to be informed about cookie use
• Right to consent to non-essential cookies
• Right to withdraw consent
• Right to access data collected through cookies
• Right to request deletion of cookie data

14. Contact Information

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

15. Complaints

If you believe our use of cookies violates your privacy rights, you can lodge a complaint with the relevant supervisory authority:

UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)
Website: ico.org.uk
Phone: 0303 123 1113