Cookie Policy
Last Updated: May 2, 2025
1. Introduction
Xyora Journal ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website and mobile applications (collectively, the "Services"). This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, your choices regarding cookies, and further information about cookies.
By using our Services, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. If you do not accept the use of cookies, please disable them following the instructions in this Cookie Policy so that cookies from our website and mobile applications cannot be placed on your device.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you access the internet or use an application. They are widely used to make websites and applications work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the owners of the site or application.
Cookies allow a website or application to remember your preferences, help you navigate between pages efficiently, remember your login details, and generally improve your experience. They can also help ensure that the advertisements you see online are more relevant to you and your interests.
Cookies may be set by the website or application you are visiting ("first-party cookies") or by other organizations, such as advertising networks or social media platforms ("third-party cookies").
3. Types of Cookies and Similar Technologies We Use
We use different types of cookies and similar technologies for various purposes:
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of our Services. They enable basic functions like page navigation, access to secure areas, and authentication. The website or application cannot function properly without these cookies, and they cannot be disabled.
Examples of essential cookies we use:
- Authentication cookies that identify you when you log into our Services
- Security cookies that help maintain the security of our Services
- Session cookies that remember your selections as you navigate through our Services
3.2 Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow our Services to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, personalized features. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
Examples of functionality cookies we use:
- Cookies that remember your language and regional preferences
- Cookies that remember your account settings
- Cookies that remember which features of our Services you've used
3.3 Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect information about how you use our Services, which pages you visit, and any errors you might experience. These cookies don't collect information that identifies you directly; all the information is aggregated and anonymous. They are only used to improve how our Services work.
Examples of performance and analytics cookies we use:
- Google Analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our Services
- Cookies that help us measure system performance
- Cookies that help us understand which features are most popular
3.4 Advertising and Targeting Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver advertisements more relevant to you and your interests. They are also used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement as well as help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. They are usually placed by advertising networks with our permission.
Examples of advertising and targeting cookies we use:
- Cookies that help us show relevant travel recommendations
- Cookies used by social media platforms when you share content from our Services
- Cookies used by advertising partners to build a profile of your interests
3.5 Social Media Cookies
These cookies are set by social media services that we have added to our Services to enable you to share our content with your friends and networks. They are capable of tracking your browser across other sites and building a profile of your interests, which may impact the content and messages you see on other websites you visit.
Examples of social media cookies we use:
- Cookies set by Facebook when you use their sharing features
- Cookies set by Twitter when you use their sharing features
- Cookies set by Instagram when you use their sharing features
3.6 Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use other technologies that serve similar purposes:
- Web Beacons (Pixels): These are tiny graphics with a unique identifier, similar in function to cookies, used to track the online movements of users or to access cookies.
- Local Storage: This is an area on your device where websites can store information. Unlike cookies, local storage does not get sent back to the server.
- Mobile Device Identifiers: Our mobile applications may use device identifiers (small data files stored on your mobile device) to identify your device when you use the app.
4. How Long Do Cookies Stay on Your Device?
The length of time a cookie will remain on your device depends on whether it is a "persistent" or "session" cookie:
- Session Cookies: These cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser or application.
- Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device until they expire or you delete them. Their lifespan varies depending on the purpose of the cookie, but typically ranges from a few minutes to several years.
5. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:
- To provide, operate, and maintain our Services
- To improve the navigation and experience of our Services
- To understand and save your preferences for future visits
- To track and analyze usage and activity trends to improve our Services
- To recognize you when you return to our Services
- To personalize content and provide you with a tailored experience
- To process transactions and provide travel services
- To measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns
- To protect the security of our Services
- To facilitate social sharing and engage with social media platforms
When collecting and processing information through cookies, we rely on your consent, unless the cookies are necessary for the functioning of our Services.
6. Cookie List
Below is a detailed list of the cookies and similar technologies we use on our Services. This list is updated regularly but may not always reflect the most current state of all cookies used.
6.1 Essential Cookies
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Expiration |
|---|---|---|---|
| XSRF-TOKEN | Xyora Journal | Security cookie to prevent cross-site request forgery attacks | Session |
| _session | Xyora Journal | Maintains user session state | Session |
| auth_token | Xyora Journal | Authentication token for logged-in users | 30 days |
6.2 Functionality Cookies
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Expiration |
|---|---|---|---|
| language_pref | Xyora Journal | Stores user language preference | 1 year |
| currency_pref | Xyora Journal | Stores user currency preference | 1 year |
| recent_destinations | Xyora Journal | Remembers recently viewed destinations | 30 days |
6.3 Performance and Analytics Cookies
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Expiration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Used to distinguish users | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Used to distinguish users | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Used to throttle request rate | 1 minute |
6.4 Advertising and Targeting Cookies
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Expiration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Used by Facebook to deliver advertisements | 3 months | |
| ads_prefs | Xyora Journal | Stores advertising preferences | 1 year |
| recently_viewed | Xyora Journal | Tracks recently viewed travel content for recommendations | 30 days |
6.5 Social Media Cookies
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Expiration |
|---|---|---|---|
| fr | Used for Facebook integration and sharing features | 3 months | |
| guest_id | Used for Twitter integration and sharing features | 2 years | |
| personalization_id | Used for Twitter integration and sharing features | 2 years |
7. Cookies in Our Mobile Applications
Our mobile applications may use cookies and similar technologies such as device identifiers, but with some differences from how they work on websites:
- Mobile applications use device-specific identifiers rather than traditional browser cookies to recognize your device and store preferences.
- We may use local storage within the application to cache data and improve performance.
- If you use our Services across both web and mobile applications, we may use the same identifiers to connect your experience.
- Push notifications for our mobile applications are controlled through your device settings rather than through cookies.
When you download our mobile applications, you may also receive tailored links to our Services through push notifications, in-app messaging, or other technologies. These may use information about your interests, location, or travel behavior.
8. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences in the following ways:
8.1 Cookie Consent Tool
When you first visit our Services, you will be presented with a cookie banner that allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking on the "Cookie Preferences" link in the footer of our website or in the settings of our mobile applications.
8.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. Here's how to manage cookies in common browsers:
- Google Chrome: Menu > Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data > See all cookies and site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Menu > Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Apple Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings and more > Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Manage and delete cookies and site data
Please note that restricting cookies may impact the functionality of our Services. For example, if you block essential cookies, you may not be able to log in or use certain features.
8.3 Mobile Device Settings
To manage identifiers on your mobile device, use the settings provided by your mobile operating system:
- iOS: Settings > Privacy > Tracking and/or Settings > Privacy > Advertising
- Android: Settings > Privacy > Ads or Google Settings > Ads
8.4 Opt-Out of Analytics
To opt out of Google Analytics tracking, you can use the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on, available at: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
8.5 Opt-Out of Interest-Based Advertising
You can opt out of interest-based advertising through the following industry tools:
- Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA): https://optout.aboutads.info/
- Network Advertising Initiative (NAI): https://optout.networkadvertising.org/
- European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance (EDAA): https://www.youronlinechoices.eu/
9. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you visit that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. Our Services do not currently respond to "Do Not Track" signals. To learn more about "Do Not Track" signals, you can visit https://allaboutdnt.com/.
10. Updates to this Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our business practices. Any changes will become effective when we post the revised Cookie Policy. If we make material changes to this Cookie Policy, we will notify you by email or through a notice on our Services prior to the changes becoming effective.
We encourage you to periodically review this page for the latest information on our cookie practices.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:
Email: support@xyoraarc.com
Postal Address:
XYORA ARC LTD
90, Clayton Road, Hayes, UB31BA,
UK