Cookie Policy
Last updated: November 24, 2025
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners. Cookies allow a website to recognize your device and store some information about your preferences or past actions.
2. How We Use Cookies
SandTrips uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, and personalize content. We use cookies for the following purposes:
- Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly
- Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website
- Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
- Targeting Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions made by you, such as:
- Setting your privacy preferences
- Logging in to your account
- Filling in forms
- Maintaining your shopping cart
3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. Examples include:
- Google Analytics cookies to track page views and user behavior
- Heat mapping tools to understand user interactions
- Error tracking to improve website stability
3.3 Functionality Cookies
These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers. Examples include:
- Remembering your language preferences
- Storing your login information
- Remembering your trip search history
- Personalizing content based on your interests
3.4 Targeting and Advertising Cookies
These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites. They do not store directly personal information but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device.
4. Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, we may also use various third-party cookies to report usage statistics and deliver advertisements. These third parties may include:
- Google Analytics: For website analytics and performance measurement
- Facebook Pixel: For advertising and retargeting
- Payment Processors: For secure payment processing
- Social Media Platforms: For social sharing functionality
These third parties may use cookies to collect information about your online activities across different websites. We do not control these third-party cookies, and you should review their privacy policies.
5. Managing Cookies
5.1 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies
- Delete existing cookies
- Set your browser to notify you when cookies are being set
However, please note that blocking or deleting cookies may impact your ability to use certain features of our website.
5.2 Cookie Consent
When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner. You can choose to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize your preferences. You can change your cookie preferences at any time by accessing the cookie settings in your browser or contacting us.
5.3 Browser-Specific Instructions
To manage cookies in your browser:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies and site permissions
6. Cookie Duration
6.1 Session Cookies
Session cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. They help maintain your session while you navigate our website.
6.2 Persistent Cookies
Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They help us remember your preferences and improve your experience on future visits.
7. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites you visit that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. Currently, there is no standard for how DNT signals should be interpreted. We do not currently respond to DNT browser signals or mechanisms.
8. Updates to This Cookie 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 new Cookie Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
SandTrips
Email: privacy@sandtrips.com
Phone: +20 123 456 7890
Address: Hurghada, Red Sea Governorate, Egypt