Cookie Policy
Last updated: April 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the website remember your preferences and understand how you use the service. Similar technologies include local storage, session storage, and pixel tags.
2. Who Sets Cookies?
Cookies on LocalTripFinder are set by Jawelt Bay GmbH ("first-party cookies") and by our trusted service providers ("third-party cookies"). We only allow third-party cookies from providers who meet GDPR standards.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
Required for the website to function. These cannot be disabled. They include session management, security tokens, and your cookie consent preference.
Legal basis: Legitimate interest / necessary for service delivery
Preference Cookies
Remember your settings and personalisation choices, such as language, location preferences, and saved places.
Legal basis: Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR)
Analytics Cookies
Help us understand how visitors interact with the website — which pages are visited, how long users stay, and where they come from. Data is aggregated and anonymised where possible.
Legal basis: Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR)
Marketing Cookies
Used to deliver relevant advertisements and track campaign performance. We only use these if you explicitly consent.
Legal basis: Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR)
4. Specific Cookies
| Name | Type | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| ltf_consent | Essential | 1 year | Stores your cookie consent preferences |
| ltf_session | Essential | Session | Maintains your login session |
| ltf_prefs | Preference | 6 months | Saves your personalisation settings |
| _ga, _gid | Analytics | 2 years / 24h | Google Analytics — usage statistics |
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time:
- Cookie banner: Use the banner shown on your first visit to accept or decline non-essential cookies
- Browser settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies via their settings menu
- Opt-out tools: For Google Analytics, visit Google Analytics Opt-out
Note: disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of the Service.
6. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy as our practices change or as required by law. The "last updated" date at the top reflects the most recent revision.
7. Contact
Questions about our use of cookies? Contact us at:
privacy@localtripfinder.com