Cookie Policy

1. 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 to provide information to website owners.

This Cookie Policy explains how Casa Hostel Pirna ("we", "our", "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website www.casahostelpirna.com.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)

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

• Session management
• Security features
• Booking system functionality
• Cookie consent preferences

2.2 Analytics Cookies (Performance)

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.

• Pages visited and time spent
• Traffic sources
• Error tracking
• Website performance metrics

2.3 Functional Cookies

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

• Language preferences
• Region/location settings
• User interface customization

2.4 Marketing Cookies (Advertising)

These cookies are used to track visitors across websites and display relevant advertisements. We only use these with your explicit consent.

• Targeted advertising
• Social media sharing
• Remarketing campaigns

3. Cookies We Use

Below is a detailed list of cookies used on our website:

4. Third-Party Cookies

We use services from third parties that may set cookies on your device:

4.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and usage patterns. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect anonymous information about how visitors use our website.

Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy

Opt-out: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on

4.2 Cloudbeds (Booking System)

Our booking system is powered by Cloudbeds. When you make a reservation, Cloudbeds may set cookies to manage your booking session.

Privacy Policy: Cloudbeds Privacy Policy

4.3 Social Media

If you use social media sharing buttons on our website, the respective social media platforms may set cookies:

• Facebook: Privacy Policy
• Instagram: Privacy Policy

5. How to Manage Cookies

You can control and manage cookies in several ways:

5.1 Browser Settings

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

• View what cookies are stored on your device
• Delete all or specific cookies
• Block cookies from all or specific websites
• Block third-party cookies
• Accept or reject cookies when prompted

5.2 Browser-Specific Instructions

5.3 Opt-Out Tools

You can also use these tools to opt out of certain cookies:

• Google Analytics: Opt-out Add-on
• Your Online Choices (EU): Manage Advertising Cookies
• Network Advertising Initiative: Opt-out Page

6. Legal Basis (GDPR)

Under the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the German Telecommunications-Telemedia Data Protection Act (TTDSG), we process cookies based on:

• Essential Cookies: Legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR) - necessary for website functionality
• Analytics, Functional & Marketing Cookies: Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR) - only with your explicit permission

You can withdraw your consent at any time by clearing your cookies or adjusting your browser settings.

7. Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. This allows you to:

• Accept All: Enable all cookies including analytics and marketing
• Essential Only: Only enable strictly necessary cookies
• Customize: Choose which types of cookies to allow

Your preferences are saved and remembered for future visits.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. We will post any changes on this page with an updated effective date.

Last updated: January 2025

9. More Information

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

For general information about cookies, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.