Cookie Policy

Last Updated: November 11, 2025

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how HeritageStay ("we", "our", or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

2. 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 websites to remember your actions and preferences (such as login details, language, and other display preferences) over a period of time, so you don't have to keep re-entering them.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas of the website. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.

  • Cookie Consent: Remembers your cookie preferences
  • Session Management: Maintains your session while browsing

3.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and choices.

  • Language Preferences: Stores your preferred language
  • Display Settings: Remembers your display preferences

3.3 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website and services.

  • Page Views: Tracks which pages are visited
  • User Behavior: Analyzes how users navigate the site
  • Traffic Sources: Identifies where visitors come from

3.4 Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to track visitors across websites to display relevant and engaging advertisements. With your consent, we may use these to show you personalized content.

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our website are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies, and you should check the relevant third-party website for more information.

Third-party services we may use include:

  • Google Analytics (for website analytics)
  • Social media platforms (for social sharing features)
  • Payment processors (for secure payment processing)

5. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

  • Essential Website Functions: To enable basic website functionality
  • Remembering Preferences: To remember your settings and preferences
  • Improving User Experience: To enhance your browsing experience
  • Website Analytics: To understand how our website is used and identify areas for improvement
  • Security: To protect against fraudulent activity and improve website security
  • Marketing: To deliver relevant advertisements and measure their effectiveness (with your consent)

6. Cookie Duration

6.1 Session Cookies

Session cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. They help us maintain your session as 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 provide a personalized experience on return visits.

7. Managing Cookies

7.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to accept or decline non-essential cookies.

7.2 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

  • View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
  • Block third-party cookies
  • Block cookies from specific websites
  • Block all cookies
  • Delete all cookies when you close your browser

7.3 Browser-Specific Instructions

  • Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
  • Mozilla Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
  • Microsoft Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies and site permissions

8. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Please note that if you disable or refuse cookies, some parts of our website may become inaccessible or not function properly. Essential cookies are necessary for the website to work, and disabling them will affect functionality.

9. Local Storage

In addition to cookies, we may use local storage technology (such as HTML5 local storage) to store information locally on your device. This helps improve website performance and user experience.

10. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, regulatory, or operational reasons. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

The "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy indicates when it was last revised.

11. More Information

For more information about how we handle your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.

For information about your rights and responsibilities as a guest, please see our Terms and Conditions.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

HeritageStay
12 Khan Street
Shamakhi, AZ3600
Azerbaijan
Email: [email protected]

13. Consent

By continuing to use our website after seeing our cookie banner, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy.

You can withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings or using our cookie preference center if available.