Effective Date: 01/ 06 /2025
HolidayBuddie® ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, personalize content, and serve relevant advertisements. We also have cookie features that rely on your map location. This Cookie Policy explains how we collect, use, and manage cookies that involve browser-based geolocation data. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding them.
By continuing to use our website, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and enhance user experience. Some cookies are temporary (session cookies) and deleted after your visit, while others remain on your device for future visits (persistent cookies).
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following categories of cookies on HolidayBuddie.com:
a. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable basic features like page navigation and access to secure areas.
Examples: Session management, load balancing, user authentication.
b. Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect anonymized data about how visitors use our website, helping us improve functionality and user experience.
Examples: Google Analytics
c. Functionality Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and settings to enhance usability (e.g., language selection, region).
Examples: Remembering login details, saving travel preferences.
d. Location Cookies
What Are Location Cookies?
Detects your approximate or real-time location via browser geolocation.
Provide geo-targeted matches, meetups, and content.
Show your location on interactive maps.
Improve app performance and relevance of services based on location.
These cookies are only activated if you opt in to location sharing.
Types of Location Cookies We Use
Cookie Type
Session Location Cookie : Till the time you decide or expires at session end.
Purpose: Temporarily stores real-time browser location to display maps and suggest local matches.
Preference Cookie : Expires at end of 6 months
Purpose: Remembers your consent for location sharing for faster access next time.
We do not track your location when the browser is closed or when you deny permission.
Your Consent
When you visit Holidaybuddie.com and are prompted to “Allow Location Access”, you have the choice to:
Allow – We store a temporary cookie to fetch and display nearby matches or maps.
Deny – No location data is collected, and no related cookies are stored.
You can withdraw or modify consent anytime via your browser settings or site preferences.
e. Advertising & Targeting Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver ads more relevant to you and your interests. They may also limit the number of times you see an ad.
Examples: Google Ads
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies may be placed by third-party services that appear on our pages (e.g., embedded maps, videos, or ads). These providers may use cookies independently and according to their own privacy policies.
We do not control these cookies and recommend checking their respective policies:
Google policies
4. Cookie Choices
You have full control over cookie preferences:
Accept or Reject Cookies
You can manage or disable cookies through our Cookie Consent Banner when you first visit the site or update your preferences at any time by clicking “Cookie Settings” at the bottom of the page.
Browser Settings
You can also modify your browser settings to block or delete cookies. Note: Blocking essential cookies may impact site functionality.
Opt-Out Options
To opt out of third-party tracking for advertising:
Google: Ad Settings
Withdraw Consent
To revoke cookie consent, users can use the cookie banner's settings to change their preferences, or they can delete cookies through their browser settings. Some websites offer a dedicated "Revisit Consent" button or widget for easily managing consent.
5. Data Protection and International Transfers
We comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), UK GDPR, California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and applicable Indian laws. Where we transfer data outside of your country (e.g., to the US or India), we ensure adequate protections such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or appropriate safeguards are in place.
6. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in law, technology, or our practices. Please revisit this page periodically. If we make significant changes, we will notify you via the website or by other appropriate means.
7. To learn more about how we process your personal information, please read our Privacy Policy here.
8. To learn more about our terms and conditions to usage of our website & app please read our termshere.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our Cookie Policy or your data privacy rights, please contact:
Email: contact@holidaybuddie.com
Website: holidaybuddie.com/page/cookie_policy
We care about your privacy. Thank you for trusting HolidayBuddie
Last updated: 01/ 06/2025
