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Cookie Policy

Last Updated: January 15, 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how Sit & Stay ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website and use our services.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies for several purposes:

  • To enable certain functions of our website and app
  • To remember your preferences and settings
  • To authenticate your login and maintain your session
  • To analyze how you use our services
  • To personalize content and advertisements
  • To improve security and detect fraud

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
session_id Maintains your login session Session (deleted when you close browser)
csrf_token Security protection against cross-site request forgery Session
cookie_consent Stores your cookie preferences 1 year

3.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
user_location Remembers your selected location 30 days
language_pref Stores your language preference 1 year
filter_settings Remembers your search filters 7 days

3.3 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
_ga Google Analytics - distinguishes users 2 years
_gid Google Analytics - distinguishes users 24 hours
_gat Google Analytics - throttles request rate 1 minute

3.4 Marketing Cookies

These cookies track your online activity to help advertisers deliver more relevant advertising or to limit how many times you see an ad.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
_fbp Facebook Pixel - tracks conversions 3 months
ads_prefs Stores advertising preferences 6 months

4. Third-Party Cookies

We use services from third-party companies that may set cookies on your device:

  • Google Analytics: For website analytics and performance monitoring
  • Facebook Pixel: For advertising and conversion tracking
  • Payment Processors: For secure payment processing
  • Customer Support: For live chat functionality

These third parties have their own privacy policies and cookie policies.

5. Local Storage and Similar Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use other technologies such as:

  • Local Storage: To store data locally on your device for faster performance
  • Session Storage: To temporarily store data during your browsing session
  • Web Beacons: Small graphic images used to track user behavior
  • SDKs: Software development kits in our mobile app that may collect usage data

6. How to Control Cookies

6.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

  • See what cookies are stored and delete them individually
  • Block third-party cookies
  • Block all cookies from specific websites
  • Block all cookies
  • Delete all cookies when you close your browser

6.2 Browser-Specific Instructions

  • Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
  • Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
  • Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
  • Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data

6.3 Mobile Devices

For mobile apps, you can control data collection through:

  • iOS: Settings > Privacy > Tracking
  • Android: Settings > Google > Ads > Opt out of Ads Personalization

6.4 Our Cookie Preference Center

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through our Cookie Preference Center, accessible from the footer of our website.

7. Impact of Blocking Cookies

If you choose to block or delete cookies, some features of our website may not function properly:

  • You may not be able to log in to your account
  • Your preferences and settings may not be saved
  • Some interactive features may not work
  • We may not be able to remember your location preferences

Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the website to function.

8. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. Our website currently does not respond to Do Not Track signals.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business practices. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website.

10. Contact Us

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

Email: privacy@sitandstay.com
Address: Sit & Stay Technologies Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai, India

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