Cookie Policy
At China Travel Guide, we use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience and to understand how you interact with our website. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding cookies.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide useful information to website owners.
How We Use Cookies
We use different types of cookies for various purposes:
Essential Cookies
- Required for the website to function properly
- Enable basic features like page navigation and access to secure areas
- Cannot be disabled in our systems as they are necessary for the website to work
Performance Cookies
- Help us understand how visitors interact with our website
- Collect information about usage patterns and potential issues
- All information collected is aggregated and anonymous
Functionality Cookies
- Allow the website to remember choices you make
- Provide enhanced, personalized features
- Include settings like your language preference and login details
Targeting/Advertising Cookies
- Used to deliver relevant advertisements
- Track the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns
- May be placed by our advertising partners
Specific Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
- Session cookies for maintaining your login status
- Security cookies for protecting against fraud
- Shopping cart cookies for travel package bookings
Performance Cookies
- Google Analytics for visitor statistics
- Performance monitoring tools
- Error tracking systems
Functionality Cookies
- Language preference settings
- Location-based customization
- User preferences for travel recommendations
Marketing Cookies
- Retargeting cookies for personalized travel offers
- Social media integration cookies
- Advertising performance tracking
Your Cookie Choices
Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View your cookies
- Delete your cookies
- Block third-party cookies
- Block all cookies (though this may impact site functionality)
Our Cookie Management Tool
We provide a cookie preference center where you can:
- View all cookies in use
- Choose which categories to accept
- Update your preferences at any time
Do Not Track
We honor Do Not Track (DNT) signals from browsers. If you enable this feature, we will disable all non-essential tracking.
Updates to Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or for operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. The date at the top of this policy indicates when it was last updated.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages:
- Payment processors for secure transactions
- Social media platforms for sharing content
- Analytics providers for website performance
- Advertising networks for targeted content
Cookie Duration
Cookies on our site may be:
- Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted
Managing Cookie Preferences
You can manage your cookie preferences in several ways:
- Through our cookie consent banner
- Via your browser settings
- Using third-party opt-out tools
Contact Us
If you have questions about our Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact us:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +1 (650) 661-8348