Cookies Policy
At Coastal Escapes Realty, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring a transparent online experience. This Cookies Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies on our website, coastalescapesrealty.com. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.
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, as well as to provide information to the owners of the site. Cookies help websites remember your preferences (such as login details, language, font size, and other display preferences) over a period, so you don’t have to keep re-entering them whenever you come back to the site or browse from one page to another.
Types of Cookies We Use
We use various types of cookies for different purposes on our website:
- Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionalities such as security, network management, and accessibility. Without these cookies, you would not be able to use basic services on our site, such as browsing property listings or submitting contact forms.
- Performance Cookies: These cookies allow us to analyze how visitors use our website. They help us understand which pages are most popular, how long visitors stay on our site, and how they navigate through the site. This information helps us improve the performance and design of our website to provide a better user experience. We use tools like Google Analytics to gather this data.
- Functionality Cookies: These cookies enable us to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They allow us to remember your choices and preferences, such as your preferred language or region. They may also be used to provide services you have asked for, such as watching a video or commenting on a blog.
- Targeting/Advertising Cookies: These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are more relevant to you and your interests. They may also be used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and to help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. These cookies are usually placed by third-party advertising networks with our permission.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Registers a unique ID that is used to generate statistical data on how the visitor uses the website. | Performance | 2 years |
| _gid | Registers a unique ID that is used to generate statistical data on how the visitor uses the website. | Performance | 24 hours |
| PHPSESSID | Preserves users states across page requests. | Essential | Session |
| cookieConsent | Used to remember if the user has accepted the cookie policy. | Functionality | 1 year |
| ad_id | Used for targeted advertising purposes. | Targeting/Advertising | 3 months |
Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, we may also use third-party cookies on our website. These cookies are placed by other companies, such as advertising networks or social media platforms. We do not have direct control over these cookies, and their use is subject to the third parties' own privacy policies. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third parties for more information about their use of cookies.
Some of the third-party services we use that may place cookies include:
- Google Analytics: For website analytics and performance tracking. Google Privacy Policy
- Social Media Platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, Twitter): For social sharing and advertising. Review each platform's individual privacy policy.
- Advertising Networks: For delivering targeted advertisements. Consult the specific advertising network's policy.
Cookie Management
You have the right to control and manage cookies. You can configure your browser settings to accept or reject all cookies, or to notify you each time a cookie is offered so that you can decide whether to accept it. You can also delete cookies that have already been placed on your device.
Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website and may prevent you from accessing certain features or services. For example, if you disable essential cookies, you may not be able to browse property listings or submit contact forms.
Here are instructions on how to manage cookies in some popular web browsers:
- Google Chrome: Manage cookies in Chrome
- Mozilla Firefox: Enable and disable cookies that websites use to track your preferences
- Microsoft Edge: Delete cookies in Microsoft Edge
- Apple Safari: Manage cookies and website data in Safari
You can also use third-party tools to manage cookies, such as:
- Ghostery: A privacy browser extension that blocks trackers and cookies.
- Privacy Badger: A browser extension that automatically learns to block invisible trackers.
Changes to this Cookies Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will post any changes to this policy on our website and update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about our Cookies Policy, please contact us at:
Coastal Escapes Realty
Privacy Department
225 Coast Highway, Suite 200
Newport Beach, CA 92663
Phone: (949) 555-0123
Email: [email protected]