Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how bluecaves.net uses cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience, analyze traffic, and support advertising and affiliate partnerships.

By using this website, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy. Where required by law, non-essential cookies are only activated after your consent.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website.

They help websites:

Function properly
Remember user preferences
Analyze visitor behavior
Deliver relevant advertising

Cookies may collect technical data such as browser type, device information, IP address, and interactions with the website.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)

These cookies are required for the website to operate and cannot be disabled.

They enable:

Basic navigation
Security and stability
Core functionality

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use the website and improve performance.

We may use tools such as:

Google Analytics
Yandex Metrica
Extreme Tracker

These tools collect aggregated data such as:

Pages visited
Time spent on pages
Traffic sources
User interactions

Advertising Cookies

Advertising cookies are used to display relevant ads and measure their effectiveness.

This may include services such as:

Google AdSense

These cookies may:

Personalize ads based on your interests
Track browsing across websites
Limit ad frequency

You can manage ad personalization here:
https://www.google.com/settings/ads

Affiliate Cookies

bluecaves.net participates in affiliate programs, including:

Viator

Affiliate cookies are used to:

Track referrals from this website
Attribute commissions to partners

These cookies do not affect the price you pay.

Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third-party services such as analytics providers, advertising networks, and affiliate partners.

Each provider operates under its own privacy and cookie policies. bluecaves.net does not control these cookies.

Legal Basis for Cookies (GDPR)

For users in the European Economic Area (EEA):

Essential cookies → Legitimate interest
Analytics, advertising, and affiliate cookies → Consent

Non-essential cookies are only activated after you provide consent through the cookie banner. You may withdraw your consent at any time.

How to Manage Cookies

Cookie Banner

When you first visit bluecaves.net, you can:

Accept all cookies
Reject non-essential cookies
Customize your preferences

Browser Settings

You can also manage cookies through your browser settings:

Block or delete cookies
Set preferences for specific websites

Helpful resources:

Data Retention

Cookies are stored for different durations depending on their purpose:

Session cookies → Deleted when you close your browser
Persistent cookies → Stored for a defined period

Retention periods are determined by the respective service providers.

International Data Transfers

Some services used on this website may process data outside the European Economic Area.

These providers apply appropriate safeguards to ensure your data is protected in accordance with applicable regulations.

Changes to This Policy

This Cookie Policy may be updated to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or website functionality.

Any updates will be published on this page with a revised date.

Contact

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact us via the website or your preferred contact method.

Cookie Consent

When you first visit bluecaves.net, a cookie banner will request your consent for non-essential cookies.

Your preferences are stored and can be updated at any time.