Cookie Policy
Effective Date: January 1, 2025
1. INTRODUCTION
MEDYACHTS ("we," "us," "our," or "MEDYACHTS") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website medyachts.com.cy to enhance your browsing experience, provide personalized content, and analyze website performance. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding cookies.
2. WHAT ARE COOKIES
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website. They contain information that is transferred to your device's hard drive and allow websites to recognize your device and store preferences or actions.
3. TYPES OF COOKIES WE USE
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly and cannot be disabled:
Session management for booking and inquiry forms
Security cookies to prevent fraud and protect user data
Load balancing for website performance and availability
GDPR consent management and tracking
Website functionality, navigation, and language preferences
3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website:
Google Analytics for website traffic analysis and user behavior
Page view tracking and user journey mapping
Bounce rate and session duration measurement
Popular yacht listings and feature usage analysis
Website error detection and performance monitoring
Conversion tracking for booking inquiries
3.3 Functionality Cookies
These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your preferences:
Language and region settings
Yacht comparison tool selections
Previously viewed yachts and destinations
Saved search filters and preferences
Font size and accessibility preferences
Chat support functionality and conversation history
3.4 Marketing and Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness:
Facebook Pixel for social media advertising
Google Ads conversion tracking
Instagram and social media integration
Remarketing campaigns for website visitors
Email marketing campaign tracking and analytics
Social media sharing features and engagement tracking
4. THIRD-PARTY COOKIES
Our website may contain third-party cookies from:
Google Analytics: Website performance and visitor behavior analysis
Google Ads: Advertising campaign measurement and remarketing
Facebook/Meta: Social media integration and advertising
Instagram: Social media content embedding and sharing
Payment Processors: Secure transaction processing for bookings
Live Chat Providers: Customer support and inquiry functionality
Content Delivery Networks (CDN): Improved website loading speeds and image optimization
5. COOKIE DURATION
5.1 Session Cookies
Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser:
Booking inquiry form progress saving
Yacht comparison tool selections
Security verification and authentication
5.2 Persistent Cookies
Cookies that remain on your device for a specified period:
Google Analytics: 24 months
Marketing cookies: 12 months
Preference cookies: 12 months
Authentication cookies: 30 days
6. HOW WE USE COOKIES
We use cookies to:
Ensure website functionality, security, and stability
Analyze visitor behavior and preferences to improve user experience
Personalize content, yacht recommendations, and destination suggestions
Improve website performance and loading times
Measure effectiveness of marketing campaigns and advertising
Provide relevant yacht charter advertisements
Enable social media features and content sharing
Support customer service through live chat and inquiry forms
Process online booking inquiries and payments securely
Remember yacht comparison selections and saved searches
7. YOUR COOKIE CHOICES
7.1 Consent Management
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie banner allowing you to:
Accept all cookies
Reject non-essential cookies
Customize your cookie preferences by category
View this Cookie Policy for detailed information
7.2 Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
Block all cookies
Allow only first-party cookies
Delete existing cookies from your device
Receive notifications when cookies are set
Popular browser cookie settings:
Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies
Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies
Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
Edge: Settings → Site permissions → Cookies
7.3 Opt-Out Tools
You can opt-out of specific tracking:
Google Analytics: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Google Ads: https://adssettings.google.com
8. IMPACT OF DISABLING COOKIES
Disabling cookies may affect:
Website functionality and navigation features
Booking inquiry form completion and submission
Yacht comparison tool and saved yacht selections
Personalized yacht and destination recommendations
Marketing campaign effectiveness and relevance
Analytics and performance measurement capabilities
Social media integration and sharing features
Note: Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for basic website operation and security.
9. SPECIFIC COOKIES USED
9.1 Essential Cookies
session_id: Session management and user authentication
csrf_token: Security protection against cross-site attacks
cookie_consent: GDPR consent tracking and preferences
sb-*: Supabase authentication and session management
9.2 Analytics Cookies
_ga: Google Analytics visitor tracking and identification
_gat: Google Analytics request throttling
_gid: Google Analytics session identification
9.3 Marketing Cookies
_fbp: Facebook Pixel tracking and remarketing
fr: Facebook advertising and campaign measurement
IDE: Google advertising and DoubleClick
test_cookie: Google advertising functionality testing
10. UPDATES TO COOKIE USAGE
We may update our cookie usage to:
Improve website functionality and user experience
Comply with new legal requirements and regulations
Enhance security and privacy protections
Add new features, services, or yachts to our platform
Significant changes will be communicated through our website banner or direct notification to registered users.
11. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY
Our website is not directed at children under 16. We do not knowingly collect information from children through cookies. Parents should supervise their children's internet usage.
12. INTERNATIONAL TRANSFERS
Some third-party services may transfer cookie data outside the European Union. These transfers are protected by:
Adequacy decisions from the European Commission
Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
Privacy Shield certifications (where applicable)
Other appropriate safeguards ensuring data protection
13. CONTACT US ABOUT COOKIES
For questions about our cookie usage:
MEDYACHTS
Cyprus
Email: medyachtsofficial@gmail.com
Website: www.medyachts.com.cy
14. RELATED POLICIES
This Cookie Policy should be read alongside our:
15. LEGAL BASIS
Our legal basis for using cookies includes:
Legitimate interests: For analytics, performance, and website improvement
Consent: For marketing and advertising cookies
Contractual necessity: For booking and inquiry functionality
Legal compliance: For security measures and fraud prevention
Last updated: January 1, 2025
By continuing to use our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy and consent to our use of cookies as described herein.
