Cookies Policy
Last Updated: 22 November 2025
This Cookies Policy explains how Avalanche Algarve (“we”, “our”, “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website
avalanchealgarve.com.
We comply with the GDPR, ePrivacy Directive, and Portuguese data protection rules.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website.
They help websites function, improve performance, provide analytics, and personalise your browsing experience.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are required for the website to work properly.
- Security and access control
- Cookie consent management
- Form submissions and page navigation
Consent is not required for these cookies.
2.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and improve your experience.
- Language preferences
- Saved form inputs
- User session management
2.3 Analytics & Performance Cookies
We use analytics to understand how visitors use our website and improve performance.
- Pages visited
- Time spent on site
- User flows
Tools used:
- Google Analytics 4 (GA4)
- Server-side tracking (if implemented)
Analytics cookies are only used after you give explicit consent through our cookie banner.
2.4 Advertising & Marketing Cookies
We do not currently run behavioural advertising pixels, but future campaigns (e.g., Google Ads, Meta Ads) may use tracking cookies.
These cookies require explicit opt-in consent and will only be activated if/when used.
3. Cookies We Set
Examples of cookies used on avalanchealgarve.com:
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| cookieyes-consent | Necessary | Saves cookie preferences | 1 year |
| _ga | Analytics | Google Analytics 4 visitor tracking | 2 years |
| _ga_XXXX | Analytics | Session tracking for GA4 | Session |
| wp-settings-* | Functional | Stores WordPress UI preferences (admin users) | 1 year |
| elementor | Functional | Allows Elementor to render pages | Persistent |
Note: The cookie list may change depending on website updates, plugins, and analytics tools.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by external providers such as:
- Google (Analytics, Maps)
- Facebook/Meta (Pixel, if used)
- YouTube/Vimeo (embedded videos, if present)
- WhatsApp widget
These providers may collect data based on their own privacy policies.
5. Cookie Consent (GDPR)
When visiting our website, you will see a cookie banner allowing you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject all non-essential cookies
- Customize your preferences
Your preferences are saved for 1 year unless manually changed.
6. How to Manage or Disable Cookies
You can change cookie settings anytime using your browser:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy
- Firefox: Preferences → Privacy & Security
- Edge: Settings → Site Permissions → Cookies
Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
7. Data Collected Through Cookies
Depending on your consent level, we may collect:
- IP address (anonymized if GA4 is configured)
- Device type, browser, OS
- Pages viewed and time spent
- Interactions with page elements
- Referring source (Google, social media, direct)
We never use cookies to collect names, emails, phone numbers, or precise location.
8. Updates to This Cookies Policy
We may update this policy to reflect website changes, new technologies, or compliance obligations.
Updates will be posted on this page with a new “Last Updated” date.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about cookies or data protection, contact us:
Avalanche Algarve
Email: avalanche.bikeshop@gmail.com
Phone: +351 963 415 122
WhatsApp: +351 966 436 534