Last updated: 1 April 2025
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Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used in order to make websites work, or to work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the owners of the site. Cookies are not viruses or malicious software – they are simple data files.
Cookies can be "persistent" (remaining on your device until they expire or are deleted) or "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser). They can be set by the website you are visiting ("first-party cookies") or by third-party companies whose services are embedded in that website ("third-party cookies").
Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can usually modify your browser settings to decline cookies or to alert you when cookies are being sent. Restricting cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
We use cookies on ezcruising.com for the following purposes:
These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences or logging in.
Examples: Session management, security tokens, cookie consent preferences (stored as ezc_cookie_consent). These cookies do not collect any personally identifiable information. Legal basis: Legitimate interest / necessary for performance of contract.
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous.
Google Analytics (_ga, _gid, _gat_gtag_*): Provided by Google LLC, these cookies collect information about how visitors use our website. We use this information to compile reports and help us improve the site. Data is transmitted to Google servers in the United States. Google anonymises IP addresses before processing. Retention: up to 2 years. Opt-out: Google Analytics Opt-out. Legal basis: Consent.
These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners, including Google AdSense. They may be used by those companies 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.
Google AdSense (DSID, IDE, __gads, __gpi): These cookies are set by Google's advertising services. They are used to make advertising more relevant to users and more valuable to publishers and advertisers. Google may use the information collected to personalise ads across different websites and apps. Retention: up to 13 months. Learn more: Google Advertising Policies. Opt-out: Google Ad Settings. Legal basis: Consent.
We operate a consent management system in accordance with UK PECR and UK GDPR requirements. Our third-party technology partners, including Google, process data only where you have provided consent through our cookie preference centre. You can review and update your choices at any time using the preference centre on this page.
These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your region preference or subscription tier. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Category | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|---|
ezc_cookie_consent |
EZCruising | Necessary | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
_ga |
Google Analytics | Analytics | Distinguishes users for analytics reporting | 2 years |
_gid |
Google Analytics | Analytics | Distinguishes users (short-term) | 24 hours |
_gat |
Google Analytics | Analytics | Throttles request rate | 1 minute |
IDE |
Google AdSense | Marketing | Used for targeting and ad measurement | 13 months |
__gads |
Google AdSense | Marketing | Ad frequency and personalisation | 13 months |
__gpi |
Google AdSense | Marketing | Ad personalisation signals | 1 year |
DSID |
Google DoubleClick | Marketing | Identifies signed-in Google users for ad targeting | 2 weeks |
We use Google AdSense to serve advertisements on our website. Google AdSense is a product of Google LLC, 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA. Google AdSense uses cookies to display ads based on a user's visits to our website and other sites on the internet.
Google's advertising requirements can be summarised by Google's Advertising Principles, found at Google's Advertising Principles. We have implemented Google AdSense on our website to ensure quality advertising that complies with Google's content policies.
We use interest-based advertising. You can opt out of interest-based advertising from Google AdSense at any time using Google's Ad Settings page at adssettings.google.com, or by visiting the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page at optout.networkadvertising.org.
You can manage your cookie preferences on our website at any time by using the button at the top of this page or the cookie banner that appears when you first visit. Your preferences will be saved in your browser's local storage.
Most web browsers allow some control of most cookies through the browser settings. To find out more about cookies, including how to see what cookies have been set, visit www.aboutcookies.org or www.allaboutcookies.org.
Please note that restricting cookies may impact the functionality of our website. Certain features may not work correctly without cookies enabled.
To opt out of Google Analytics across all websites, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. This prevents Google Analytics JavaScript (ga.js, analytics.js, and dc.js) from sharing information with Google Analytics about visits activity.
You can also opt out of interest-based advertising from participating companies using these tools:
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature that signals websites that you do not want to have your online activities tracked. Currently, there is no industry standard for how websites should respond to Do Not Track signals. We respect your privacy and offer our Cookie Preference Centre as the best way to control how your data is used on our website.
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our business practices. We will post any changes on this page and, where appropriate, notify you by email. We encourage you to check this page periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us: