Cookies Policy

Effective Date: 01 January 2025

At Sightseer, we use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyse website performance, and personalise content. This Cookies Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.

By continuing to use our website (www.sightseer.io), you agree to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree, you can disable cookies through your browser settings or our cookie management tool.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They store information about your preferences and activities to improve your browsing experience. Cookies can be temporary (session cookies) or persistent (stored on your device until they expire or are deleted).

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Sightseer uses the following types of cookies:

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They enable core functionalities like page navigation and secure access to areas of the site.

  • Examples: Login sessions, preference settings.

2.2 Performance Cookies

Performance cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting information about usage patterns. This data is aggregated and anonymous.

  • Examples: Page load times, error tracking.

  • Purpose: To improve website performance and usability.

2.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies remember your preferences and choices, such as language settings or previously viewed pages, to provide a more personalized experience.

  • Examples: Preferred language, region selection.

2.4 Marketing Cookies

Marketing cookies are used to track visitors across websites and deliver relevant advertisements. They help us understand the effectiveness of our campaigns.

  • Examples: Retargeting ads, social media integrations.

3. Third-Party Cookies

Sightseer works with third-party service providers that may set cookies on your device when you use our website. These third parties include:

  • Google Analytics: Tracks website traffic and user behavior.

  • Social Media Platforms: Buttons or widgets from Facebook, Instagram, or Pinterest may place cookies to track sharing or engagement.

  • Affiliate Links: Some links on our website may include affiliate tracking cookies to monitor purchases made through our referrals.

For more details, please refer to the respective third-party privacy policies.

4. Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

  • Ensure the website operates efficiently and securely.

  • Improve user experience by remembering preferences and optimizing website features.

  • Analyze website performance and visitor behavior to enhance content and services.

  • Support marketing efforts and display targeted advertising.

5. Your Cookie Preferences

You have the right to choose whether or not to accept cookies. When you visit our website for the first time, a cookie banner will appear, allowing you to manage your preferences.

How to Manage Cookies:

  1. Cookie Management Tool: Use our on-site cookie preferences tool to enable or disable specific types of cookies.

  2. Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through their settings. Refer to your browser’s help section for instructions:

Note:

Disabling cookies may impact your ability to use certain features of the website, such as accessing secure areas or remembering your preferences.

6. Cookie Retention Periods

Cookies are stored for varying durations:

  • Session Cookies: Temporary and deleted once you close your browser.

  • Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted.

We periodically review our cookies to ensure they are necessary and up-to-date.

7. Changes to This Cookies Policy

Sightseer may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulations, or our business practices. Any updates will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

8. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Cookies Policy, please contact us:

  • Email: hello[at]sightseer.io

This Cookies Policy ensures transparency and compliance with UK and EU cookie regulations while empowering users to control their data. It complements Sightseer’s Privacy Policy and ensures a user-friendly browsing experience.