Cookie Policy
Effective Date: 07th July 2025
Last Updated: 07th July 2025
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 and understanding how you use our service.
How We Use Cookies
- Remember your cookie preferences and consent choices
- Analyze website traffic and user behavior to improve our service
- Understand which features are most popular with our users
- Ensure our AI-powered travel planning works optimally for you
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly and cannot be disabled.
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
Detailed Cookie Information
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration | Third Party |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| userConsent | Essential | Stores your cookie consent preferences (Accept/Decline) to remember your choice and prevent the cookie banner from showing repeatedly | 1 year | No |
| _ga | Analytics | Used by Google Analytics to distinguish unique users and calculate visitor, session and campaign data for our website analytics reports | 2 years | Yes (Google) |
| _ga_KGGDH9968B | Analytics | Used by Google Analytics 4 to persist session state and collect data about how you use our website to help us improve our services | 2 years | Yes (Google) |
Third-Party Cookies
Google Analytics (Google Tag Manager)
We use Google Analytics through Google Tag Manager to analyze website usage and improve our service. Google Analytics sets the following cookies:
- _ga: Distinguishes unique users
- _ga_KGGDH9968B: Our specific Google Analytics 4 measurement ID for session tracking
Data Collected: Page views, session duration, bounce rate, user interactions, and general geographic location (country/city level)
Privacy: Google Analytics data is anonymized and aggregated. No personally identifiable information is collected through these cookies.
Google's Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Cookie Consent and Your Choices
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
- Accept All Cookies: Allows all cookies for optimal website experience
- Decline Non-Essential: Only essential cookies will be used
- Customize Settings: Choose specific cookie categories (where available)
Your choice is stored in the userConsent cookie so we remember your preference for future visits.
Changing Your Mind
- Clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer
- Clearing your browser cookies (this will reset your preferences)
- Contacting us at support@travelgenieapp.com
Privacy Page: https://travelgenieapp.com/privacy
Browser Settings
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
Note: Disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality.
Cookie Duration and Deletion
| Cookie Type | Duration | When It's Deleted |
|---|---|---|
| userConsent | 1 year | When you clear browser data or after expiration |
| _ga | 2 years | When you clear browser data, opt-out of Google Analytics, or after expiration |
| _ga_KGGDH9968B | 2 years | When you clear browser data, opt-out of Google Analytics, or after expiration |
Opting Out of Analytics
Google Analytics Opt-out
- Installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Using our cookie preferences to decline analytics cookies
- Enabling "Do Not Track" in your browser (where supported)
Do Not Track
We respect Do Not Track signals where technically feasible. When we detect a Do Not Track signal, we will not load analytics cookies.
Data Protection and Security
Data Sharing
- Google Analytics: For website performance analysis (anonymized data only)
- Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights
Data Storage
- Cookie data is stored securely on your device and our servers
- Analytics data is processed by Google in accordance with their privacy policies
- We do not sell or rent cookie data to third parties
International Transfers
Google Analytics may process data in countries outside your residence. Google provides appropriate safeguards for international data transfers.
Updates to This Cookie Policy
- Changes in our cookie usage
- New features or services
- Legal or regulatory requirements
- Improvements to our privacy practices
When we make significant changes:
- We'll update the "Last Updated" date
- We'll notify you through our website or email
- Continued use constitutes acceptance of the updated policy
Mobile Apps and Other Platforms
This Cookie Policy applies to our website. Our mobile applications may use similar technologies (like device identifiers) which are covered in our main Privacy Policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy:
- Email: support@travelgenieapp.com
- Privacy Page: https://travelgenieapp.com/privacy
Legal Basis for Cookie Processing
European Union Users (GDPR)
- Essential Cookies: Legitimate interest (necessary for website functionality)
- Analytics Cookies: Your explicit consent through our cookie banner
California Users (CCPA)
- You have the right to know about our cookie practices
- You can opt-out of analytics cookies
- We do not sell personal information collected through cookies
Additional Resources
- Google Analytics Privacy: https://support.google.com/analytics/answer/6004245
- About Cookies (General Info): https://www.aboutcookies.org/
- Your Online Choices: https://www.youronlinechoices.com/
We are committed to transparency about our cookie usage. This policy explains exactly what cookies we use and why, giving you full control over your privacy preferences.