Cookie Policy

Last updated: September 16, 2025

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how TravellingEZ (“we,” “our,” or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website at www.travellingez.com.

By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree to our use of cookies, you should set your browser settings accordingly or discontinue use of our website.

This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

2. 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 work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

Cookies can be “persistent” or “session” cookies. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period of time or until you delete them, while session cookies are deleted when you close your browser.

We also use similar technologies such as web beacons, pixel tags, and local storage, which are collectively referred to as “cookies” in this policy.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

Purpose: These cookies are essential for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled.

What they do: Enable basic functions like page navigation, access to secure areas, and form submissions.

Examples: Session management, load balancing, security tokens, and user authentication.

Duration: Session cookies (deleted when browser closes) or up to 1 year for persistent cookies.

3.2 Analytics Cookies

Purpose: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.

What they do: Track page views, visitor behavior, and website performance to help us improve user experience.

Examples: Vercel Analytics, page view tracking, user journey analysis, and performance metrics.

Duration: Up to 2 years, depending on the service provider.

3.3 Performance Cookies

Purpose: Help us improve website performance and user experience by monitoring how the website performs.

What they do: Collect information about errors, page load times, and user interactions to optimize performance.

Examples: Vercel Speed Insights, error tracking, load time monitoring, and user interaction analytics.

Duration: Up to 1 year.

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services that we use to enhance functionality and analyze usage.

Vercel Analytics

We use Vercel Analytics to understand website traffic and user behavior.

Provider: Vercel Inc.

Data Collected: Anonymous usage statistics, page views, performance metrics

Privacy Policy: Vercel Privacy Policy

Vercel Speed Insights

We use Vercel Speed Insights to monitor and improve website performance.

Provider: Vercel Inc.

Data Collected: Performance metrics, load times, user experience data

Privacy Policy: Vercel Privacy Policy

5. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

  • Website Functionality: To ensure the website works properly and securely
  • Performance Monitoring: To analyze website performance and identify areas for improvement
  • User Experience: To understand how visitors use our website and optimize their experience
  • Analytics: To gather anonymous statistics about website usage and traffic
  • Security: To protect against fraud and ensure website security
  • Content Optimization: To improve the relevance and quality of our content

6. Cookie Consent and Control

6.1 Consent Management

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:

  • Accept all cookies (essential, analytics, and performance)
  • Accept only essential cookies
  • Customize your cookie preferences

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the cookie settings link in our footer.

6.2 Browser Settings

You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

  • Block all cookies
  • Block third-party cookies
  • Delete existing cookies
  • Set preferences for specific websites

Please note that blocking certain cookies may affect website functionality and user experience.

6.3 Mobile Device Settings

On mobile devices, you can control cookies through your device settings or the settings of your mobile browser. The exact process varies depending on your device and browser.

7. Data Collected by Cookies

The information collected by cookies may include:

  • Technical Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device information
  • Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, search queries
  • Performance Data: Page load times, error messages, user interactions
  • Preferences: Language settings, cookie consent choices, user preferences

This information is typically collected anonymously and does not directly identify you as an individual.

8. Cookie Retention Periods

Different types of cookies have different retention periods:

Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser

Essential Cookies: Up to 1 year

Analytics Cookies: Up to 2 years

Performance Cookies: Up to 1 year

After these periods expire, cookies are automatically deleted from your device.

9. International Data Transfers

Some of our third-party cookie providers (such as Vercel) may transfer data internationally, including to the United States.

We ensure that any such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and use appropriate safeguards to protect your information.

By accepting cookies, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries outside your residence.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons.

We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the “Last updated” date.

Your continued use of our website after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:

We will respond to your inquiry within 24 hours and address any concerns about our cookie practices.