---
title: "Cookie Policy"
description: "How GoWeekender websites use cookies and similar technologies: the categories we use, how long they last, third-party services, and how to manage or opt out of non-essential cookies."
url: "https://www.goweekender.in/cookies"
---

# Cookie Policy

Last updated: December 2024

This Cookie Policy explains how GoWeekender ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our websites, including the GoWeekender Host Portal and main website. By continuing to browse our websites, you agree to our use of cookies as described in this policy.

## 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 help the website remember your preferences, understand how you use the site, and improve your browsing experience. Cookies can be "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent" cookies (remain on your device for a set period).

## 2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

- Enable Core Functionality: Ensure our websites work correctly and securely
- Remember Your Preferences: Save your language settings, login status, and display preferences
- Analyze Performance: Understand how visitors use our websites to improve functionality
- Personalize Experience: Deliver relevant content and recommendations based on your interests
- Facilitate Marketing: Show you relevant advertisements and measure their effectiveness
- Support Security: Detect and prevent fraudulent activities

## 3. Types of Cookies We Use

### 3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for our websites to function properly. You cannot opt out of these cookies.

- User authentication and secure login
- Session management and security
- Load balancing and server optimization

| Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| session_id | Maintains your session while browsing | Session |  |
| csrf_token | Protects against cross-site request forgery | Session |  |
| auth_token | Keeps you logged in to your account | 30 days |  |
| cookie_consent | Remembers your cookie preferences | 1 year |  |

### 3.2 Analytical/Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our websites by collecting anonymous data.

- Number of visitors and page views
- Pages visited and navigation paths
- Time spent on pages
- Traffic sources and referrals

| Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| _ga | Distinguishes unique visitors | 2 years | Google Analytics |
| _ga_\* | Stores session state | 2 years | Google Analytics |
| _gid | Distinguishes visitors | 24 hours | Google Analytics |
| _gat | Throttles request rate | 1 minute | Google Analytics |

### 3.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow our websites to remember choices you make and provide enhanced features.

- Language preferences
- Region/location settings
- User interface customizations
- Recently viewed packages or trips

| Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| language | Remembers your language preference | 1 year |  |
| location_pref | Stores your location preference | 1 year |  |
| recent_packages | Tracks recently viewed travel packages | 30 days |  |
| dashboard_layout | Remembers dashboard preferences | 1 year |  |

### 3.4 Targeting/Advertising Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver advertisements relevant to your interests.

- Measure advertising campaign effectiveness
- Limit ad frequency
- Build user profiles for personalized marketing

| Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| _fbp | Facebook pixel tracking | 90 days | Facebook |
| fr | Ad delivery and measurement | 90 days | Facebook |
| IDE | Ad personalization | 1 year | Google DoubleClick |
| NID | Ad preferences | 6 months | Google |

## 4. Third-Party Cookies

Our websites may also use cookies from third-party services:

### 4.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and user behavior. Google may use this data to personalize ads in its network.

### 4.2 Google Ads / DoubleClick

We use Google advertising services to show relevant ads to users. These services place cookies to track conversions and retarget visitors.

### 4.3 Facebook/Meta Pixel

We use Facebook Pixel to measure ad effectiveness and build custom audiences for advertising.

### 4.4 Payment Processors

When you make payments, our payment processors (e.g., Razorpay, Stripe) may set cookies for security and fraud prevention.

### 4.5 Live Chat / Support

If we use live chat tools, they may set cookies to maintain your conversation history and identify returning visitors.

## 5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

### 5.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our websites, you will see a cookie consent banner where you can:

- Accept All Cookies: Enable all cookie categories
- Reject Non-Essential Cookies: Only allow strictly necessary cookies
- Customize Settings: Choose which cookie categories to enable

### 5.2 Browser Settings

You can manage cookies through your browser settings:

- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions

### 5.3 Opt-Out Links

You can opt out of specific third-party tracking:

- Google Analytics: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Google Ads: Visit Google Ads Settings
- Facebook: Manage Facebook Ad Preferences

### 5.4 Do Not Track

Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature. While we respect your privacy preferences, our websites may not respond to DNT signals due to the lack of an industry standard.

## 6. Cookies on the Host Portal

The GoWeekender Host Portal (host.goweekender.com) uses additional cookies specific to travel organizers:

| Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| host_session, remember_token | Secure login and session management for hosts | Authentication |  |
| dashboard_filters, analytics_range | Remember dashboard settings and date ranges | Dashboard |  |
| draft_package_id, upload_progress | Save draft packages and track uploads | Package Management |  |
| notification_settings, payout_preference | Store host-specific settings | Preferences |  |

## 7. Local Storage & Similar Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use:

- Local Storage: Stores data in your browser for features like offline access and caching
- Session Storage: Temporarily stores data during your browsing session
- Web Beacons/Pixels: Tiny images that track user actions (used in emails and on web pages)
- Fingerprinting: We do NOT use browser fingerprinting techniques

## 8. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect cookie data:

- Secure (HTTPS) transmission of all cookies
- HttpOnly flag on authentication cookies to prevent JavaScript access
- SameSite attribute to prevent cross-site request forgery
- Regular review and removal of unnecessary cookies

## 9. Cookie Retention

Cookies are retained for varying periods depending on their purpose:

| Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Session Cookies | Temporary browsing data | Until browser closes |  |
| Authentication | Login state | 30 days (or until logout) |  |
| Preferences | User settings | 1 year |  |
| Analytics | Usage tracking | 2 years |  |
| Advertising | Ad targeting | 90 days - 1 year |  |

## 10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

## 11. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights under data protection laws:

### For EU/EEA Users (GDPR):

- Right to withdraw consent at any time
- Right to access information about cookies used
- Right to request deletion of cookie data

### For Indian Users (DPDP Act 2023):

- Rights under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023
- Right to withdraw consent for non-essential cookies

## 12. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy:

- Email: hello@goweekender.in
- Website: www.goweekender.in

By using GoWeekender websites, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy.