Cookie Policy
This policy explains how Travel Ease Company uses cookies and similar technologies on our websites, and the choices available to you.
Last updated: March 1, 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites function properly, improve user experience, and provide information to website operators. Cookies can be "persistent" (remaining on your device until deleted or until they expire) or "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser).
In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies such as web beacons (also known as pixel tags or clear GIFs), local storage, and tracking scripts that serve similar purposes.
2. How We Use Cookies
Travel Ease Company and our trusted partners use cookies for several purposes. Below is a detailed breakdown of the types of cookies we use and their purposes.
2.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of our websites. Without them, core features such as page navigation, secure areas, and booking forms would not function. Essential cookies cannot be disabled.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains your session state as you navigate between pages | Session |
| csrf_token | Protects against cross-site request forgery attacks | Session |
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
| auth_token | Authenticates logged-in users and maintains secure sessions | 30 days |
| currency_pref | Remembers your selected currency for price display | 1 year |
2.2 Analytics Cookies
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our websites by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This data allows us to improve our website performance, content, and user experience.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics: distinguishes unique users and tracks sessions | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics 4: maintains session state and tracks page views | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics: distinguishes users for daily aggregate reporting | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics: throttles request rate to limit data collection | 1 minute |
2.3 Marketing and Advertising Cookies
Marketing cookies are used to track visitors across websites to display relevant advertisements. They also help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns and limit the number of times you see a particular ad.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Facebook Pixel: tracks conversions and delivers targeted ads on Facebook | 3 months |
| _gcl_au | Google Ads: stores conversion data for ad click attribution | 3 months |
| ads_prefs | Stores advertising preferences and opt-out settings | 1 year |
2.4 Functional Cookies
Functional cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and providing features like live chat support.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| lang_pref | Remembers your preferred language for content display | 1 year |
| recent_searches | Stores your recent destination searches for quick access | 30 days |
| theme_pref | Remembers your display theme preference (light or dark) | 1 year |
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our websites are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these third-party cookies. The third parties who set these cookies include:
- Google Analytics: Provides website traffic analysis and user behavior insights. For more information, visit Google's Privacy Policy.
- Google Ads: Enables conversion tracking and remarketing for our advertising campaigns. You can opt out via Google Ads Settings.
- Facebook (Meta): Tracks conversions from Facebook ads and enables remarketing. Manage your preferences in Facebook Ad Settings.
- Stripe: Our payment processor uses cookies to prevent fraud and process payments securely.
Each third party operates under its own privacy and cookie policies. We encourage you to review their policies for more information about their data practices.
4. How to Manage Cookies
You have several options for managing cookies on our websites:
4.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, a cookie consent banner allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clearing your browser cookies and revisiting our site, which will trigger the consent banner again.
4.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- View and delete cookies that are already stored on your device.
- Block all cookies or only third-party cookies.
- Set your browser to notify you when a cookie is being placed.
- Browse in private or incognito mode to prevent cookies from being stored.
Instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers:
Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may affect the functionality of our websites. Some features, such as the booking process and user preferences, may not work properly without essential cookies.
4.3 Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of specific tracking technologies using these tools:
- Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on
- Network Advertising Initiative Opt-Out Page
- Digital Advertising Alliance Opt-Out
- European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance (for EU users)
5. Do Not Track Signals
Some web browsers transmit "Do Not Track" (DNT) signals to websites. There is currently no universally accepted standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. At this time, our websites do not respond to DNT signals, but we respect your privacy choices through the cookie management options described above.
6. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our use of cookies, technologies, or legal requirements. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: traveleasellc.com/contact
For more information about how we handle your personal data, please read our Privacy Policy.