Cookie Policy

Effective Date: 3 August 2023

1. Introduction

   Welcome to ContalTravel.com.au! This Cookie Policy is intended to inform you about how we use cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website. By visiting our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

   In this policy we use the term "cookies" to refer to cookies and other similar technologies covered by the EU Directive on privacy in the electronic communications sector.

2. What are Cookies?

   Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or smart phone) when you visit a website. They help the website recognise your device and "remember" certain information, such as your preferences and actions on the site, for a specific period.

3. Why do we use Cookies?

   We use cookies for various purposes, including:

   Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the basic functioning of our website. They allow you to navigate our site and use its features, such as accessing secure areas.

   Analytical Cookies: We use these cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website. They help us analyse and improve the performance and functionality of our site.

   Functional Cookies: Functional cookies allow us to remember your preferences and choices so as to enhance your user experience on our website.

   Advertising Cookies: These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to your interests. They may also be used to limit the number of times you see an ad and help measure the effectiveness of ad campaigns.

   Social Media Cookies: We may integrate social media plugins on our website, which can place cookies on your device. These cookies are used to enable social media sharing and interaction.

4. Types of Cookies Used

   The types of cookies that may be used on our website are:

   Session Cookies: These cookies are temporary, and will be deleted from your device when you close your browser.

   Persistent Cookies: Persistent cookies remain on your device for a specified period, or until you manually delete them. These cookies will recognise you as a return visitor.

   First-Party Cookies: First-party cookies are set by us, and they are used exclusively by our website.

   Third-Party Cookies: Third-party cookies are placed on your device by third-party services providers, such as analytics and advertising partners. They may use the data collected from these cookies to target advertising to you on other websites based on your visit to this website.

5. Cookie Consent

   For users accessing our website from the EU, we comply with the EU Cookie Law. Upon your first visit to our website you will be presented with a cookie consent banner that provides you with the option to accept or decline the use of cookies.

   By continuing to use our website after seeing this banner, you are providing informed consent to the use of cookies as outlined in this Cookie Policy.

6. Managing Cookies

   You can control and manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. You can also use browser extensions to block or delete cookies.

   Please note that blocking or deleting certain cookies may impact the functionality and performance of our website, and you may not be able to access certain features.

7. Data Protection and Privacy

   We take the privacy and security of your personal data seriously. For information on how we collect, use, and protect your data, please review our Privacy Policy.

8. Updates to this 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. The updated version will be posted on our website, and the "Effective Date" at the top of this policy will indicate the latest revision.

9. Contact Us

   If you have any questions or concerns about this Cookie Policy, please contact us via our Contact Us page.

   By using our website, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy.