Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better browsing experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our site.

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them on the SbassaDDeb Bike Rentals website (sbassaddeb.com), and how you can control them.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They include:

• Session Cookies: Keep you logged in during your visit
• Security Cookies: Protect against cross-site request forgery
• Load Balancing Cookies: Ensure consistent website performance
• Cookie Consent Cookies: Remember your cookie preferences

2.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website. They collect information such as:

• Number of visitors and page views
• Time spent on pages
• Which pages are most popular
• Browser and device information
• Geographic location (anonymized)

Third-party services: We may use Google Analytics or similar services for website analytics.

2.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance your browsing experience by remembering your preferences:

• Language preferences
• Location settings
• Form data for convenience
• Accessibility settings

2.4 Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to show you relevant advertisements. They may:

• Track your interests across websites
• Measure advertising effectiveness
• Personalize ad content
• Prevent duplicate ad displays

Note: Marketing cookies are only set with your explicit consent.

3. How We Use Cookies

3.1 Website Functionality

• Maintain your session during browsing
• Remember items in your booking cart
• Store your location for relevant offers
• Provide customer support features

3.2 Performance and Analytics

• Monitor website performance and uptime
• Identify popular content and pages
• Understand user behavior patterns
• Improve website design and functionality

3.3 Marketing and Advertising

• Show relevant bike rental offers
• Display location-based promotions
• Measure marketing campaign effectiveness
• Provide personalized content recommendations

4. Third-Party Cookies

Our website may include third-party services that set their own cookies:

4.1 Social Media

• Facebook: Social sharing and advertising
• Twitter: Social sharing features
• Instagram: Social content integration

4.2 Analytics Services

• Google Analytics: Website performance analysis
• Hotjar: User behavior tracking (if applicable)

4.3 Payment Processors

• Stripe: Secure payment processing
• PayPal: Alternative payment methods

5. Cookie Duration

5.1 Session Cookies

These temporary cookies are deleted when you close your browser.

5.2 Persistent Cookies

These cookies remain on your device for a specified period:

• Functional cookies: 30 days to 1 year
• Analytics cookies: 2 years maximum
• Marketing cookies: 30 days to 2 years
• Consent cookies: 1 year

6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

6.1 Cookie Banner

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie banner with options to:

• Accept All: Allow all cookie types
• Necessary Only: Only essential cookies
• Settings: Customize your preferences

6.2 Cookie Settings Page

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:

• Clicking on the cookie settings link in our footer
• Using the settings button in the cookie banner
• Visiting this Cookie Policy page

6.3 Browser Settings

You can also control cookies through your browser settings:

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
• Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
• Edge: Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions

7. Mobile Devices

For mobile devices, you can manage cookies through:

• iOS: Settings → Safari → Privacy & Security
• Android: Browser settings → Site settings → Cookies

8. Impact of Disabling Cookies

8.1 Essential Cookies

Disabling essential cookies may result in:

• Inability to complete bookings
• Loss of login status
• Reduced website functionality
• Security vulnerabilities

8.2 Non-Essential Cookies

Disabling non-essential cookies may result in:

• Less personalized experience
• Generic advertisements
• Repeated forms and preferences
• Limited analytics insights

9. Data Protection and Privacy

Cookie data is processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy and UK data protection laws. We ensure:

• Transparent cookie usage
• Minimal data collection
• Secure data storage
• Regular cookie audits
• User control over preferences

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect:

• Changes in cookie usage
• New third-party services
• Legal requirements
• Technology improvements

Significant changes will be communicated through our website banner or email notifications.

11. Contact Information

For questions about our cookie usage or this policy:

12. Your Rights

Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:

• Know what cookies are being set
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Access your cookie data
• Request deletion of cookie data
• Lodge complaints with supervisory authorities