Smartinnrates | Cookie Policy

Introduction

Welcome to the Smartinnrates website. This Cookie Policy is designed to provide you with a comprehensive outline of how and why we use cookies on our website. We value your privacy and are committed to ensuring transparency and clarity in our data processing practices. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy, which was last updated on 02.01.2025.

What are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently as well as to provide information to the owners of the site. Cookies help in recognizing your browser and can store preferences and other information to improve your experience with our services.

How We Use Cookies

At Smartinnrates, we use cookies to enhance user experience and provide personalized features tailored to your needs. These cookies help us understand how our visitors interact with the website, enabling us to improve site structure and content. Our cookies may also be used for interest-based advertising purposes.

Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Required for the basic functioning of our website. These cookies ensure security, verification, and other functions essential for the site.
• Performance Cookies: Collect information about how visitors use our site, such as which pages are visited most often. This helps us improve site performance and your user experience.
• Functionality Cookies: Enable the website to remember choices you make (e.g., language preference) to provide enhanced, more personalized features.
• Targeting/Advertising Cookies: Gather information about your browsing habits to deliver advertisements more relevant to you and your interests. These cookies may also be used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and help measure the effectiveness of a campaign.

Managing Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can set or amend your web browser controls to accept or refuse cookies. If you choose to reject cookies, you may still use our website, though your access to some functionality and areas of our site may be restricted. For more information on how to manage cookies, visit the help or support section of your browser or device.

Data Protection and Privacy

Smartinnrates complies with applicable data privacy laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and other relevant regulations. Your personal data will be processed with the utmost care and respect for your privacy. We take appropriate physical, electronic, and managerial measures to ensure the security and confidentiality of the information we collect through our cookies.

Data Retention

We retain personal data collected through cookies for no longer than necessary for the specified purposes. The retention time varies depending on the cookie type, but, generally, the data is stored for analytical purposes up to a maximum of two years, though some session cookies expire once you close your browser.

Your Rights

As a user, you have rights regarding your personal data. You may wish to be informed of the specific data we collect or request its deletion. We provide you with the opportunity to review, update, or delete your information. To exercise these rights, please contact us. In accordance with applicable law, we will respond to your request in a reasonable time frame.

Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes to our practice or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Please revisit this page periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies and related technologies.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please get in touch with us. We are here to provide further details and assist you in understanding our cookie practices.