Cookie Policy
Last Updated: 03/01/2025
At Best Beach Walks, we believe in transparency and are committed to respecting your privacy. This Cookie Policy explains how and why we use cookies on our website to improve your experience, our website, [https://bestbeachwalks.com], we use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website performance, and personalize content. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your rights to control their use.
This Cookie Policy applies to visitors and users located within the European Economic Area (EEA), Switzerland, and other regions where cookie regulations are in effect.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognize your device and store information about your preferences or actions over time.
We use cookies to ensure our website functions properly, improve its performance, and deliver a personalized experience.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following types of cookies to enhance your experience on our website:
2.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the operation of the website. They allow you to navigate the site and access secure areas. Without these cookies, certain features may not function properly.
2.2 Performance Cookies
Performance cookies collect anonymous data about how visitors interact with our site. This helps us identify areas for improvement and optimize the user experience.
2.3 Functional Cookies
Functional cookies remember your preferences and choices (e.g., language, region) to offer a personalized experience.
2.4 Advertising Cookies
These cookies track your online activity to deliver relevant advertisements and measure their effectiveness. They may also limit how often you see the same ad.
2.5 Third-Party Cookies
Third-party cookies are placed by external services that we use, such as video hosting or analytics platforms. These cookies are governed by the respective third-party’s privacy policies.
3. Cookies We Use
In addition to the cookies set by our website, third-party services we use may also place cookies to enhance functionality, security, and user experience. These include:
- Stripe: Used for secure payment processing and fraud prevention. Cookies from Stripe help manage transactions and prevent unauthorized access. See their Cookie Policy.
- Patreon: If you access our premium content via Patreon, they may use cookies to manage your session and verify your account. Learn more about their Privacy Policy.
- Vimeo: Vimeo cookies are used to deliver and track video performance. See their Cookie Policy.
- Bunny.net: Helps optimize the delivery of images and videos stored on our platform. Learn more in their Privacy Policy.
- Google Analytics: Tracks website usage to help us improve performance. You can opt out of Google Analytics here.
- Others
4. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- To Provide Services: Ensuring core functionality, such as account login and access to premium content.\n
- To Improve Performance: Monitoring and analyzing user behavior to optimize website functionality.\n
- To Personalize Content: Tailoring the website to your preferences for a better user experience.\n
- To Deliver Targeted Ads: Displaying relevant advertisements based on your browsing history.
- Third-Party Integrations: We rely on third-party services, such as Stripe for payments and Patreon for subscription management, which may set cookies to perform their functions. These cookies ensure that payments, content delivery, and account verifications operate smoothly.
5. Managing Your Cookies
You have control over how cookies are used on your device. When you visit our website, a cookie banner will appear, allowing you to manage your preferences. You can:
- Accept all cookies.\n
- Reject non-essential cookies.\n
- Customize your cookie preferences.
5.1 Browser Settings
You can also manage cookies through your browser settings. Here are links to guides for popular browsers:
5.2 Opting Out of Third-Party Cookies
To opt out of analytics or advertising cookies, visit:\n
6. Your Rights Regarding Personal Data
In relation to cookies, you have the following rights:
- Right to Information: You have the right to know why your personal data is collected, how it will be used, and how long it will be stored.
- Right to Access: You can request access to the personal data collected through cookies.
- Right to Rectification: You can ask for the correction of any incorrect or incomplete data.
- Right to Erasure: You can request the deletion of your personal data, as long as it is no longer necessary for the purpose for which it was collected.
- Right to Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw your consent to the processing of your personal data at any time.
To exercise these rights, contact us at the details below. You may also file a complaint with the relevant data protection authority if you believe your rights have been violated.
Legal Basis for Using Cookies
We comply with GDPR and other applicable regulations. Essential cookies are required for the website to function and do not require consent. Non-essential cookies, such as analytics and advertising cookies, will only be activated if you provide explicit consent.
7. Third-Party Cookies and Embedded Content
Our website may contain content embedded from third-party websites, such as social media or payment processors. These services may use cookies to track your interaction with their content.
Examples of third-party services:
- Stripe: For payment processing. Stripe may collect data such as payment details and purchase history.
- Patreon: For managing exclusive content subscriptions. Patreon may track user interactions for billing purposes.
- Social Media: We integrate social media sharing buttons, which allow users to share content on platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X, etc.. These platforms may place cookies on your device when you interact with them.
8. Security of Your Personal Information
We take the security of your personal data seriously and use industry-standard encryption and security measures to protect it. However, no system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.
9. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page, and the “Last Updated” date will reflect the most recent version. By continuing to use our services, you agree to the updated Cookie Policy.
10. Retention of Cookies
Cookies will remain on your device for varying lengths of time depending on their purpose. Session cookies will be deleted automatically when you close your browser, while persistent cookies may remain on your device until deleted manually or until they expire after a set period.
11. Do Not Track Signals
Our website does not respond to “Do Not Track” signals sent by your browser.
12. International Data Transfers
Our services may involve transferring your personal data to servers located outside the EEA (e.g., Stripe’s servers). In such cases, we ensure that any data transferred is protected under appropriate safeguards in compliance with GDPR.
13. Consent to Use of Cookies
When you visit our website for the first time, you will see a cookie consent banner. By selecting your preferences and clicking “Accept,” you agree to the use of the cookies described in this policy. You can modify or withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings.
14. Contact Information
If you have any questions about our Cookie Policy or the way your data is processed, please contact us:
Best Beach Walks
Barcelona – Spain
Website: https://bestbeachwalks.com
Email: [email protected]