Cookie Policy
Last updated: July 23, 2025
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.
Cookies allow us to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Understand how you use our website
- Improve your browsing experience
- Provide relevant content and advertisements
2. How We Use Cookies
Gilded Destination uses cookies to enhance your experience on our website gilded-destination.com. We use different types of cookies for various purposes, all of which are detailed in this policy.
By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy and our Privacy Policy.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of our website. They enable basic functions like page navigation, access to secure areas, and form submissions. Without these cookies, our website cannot function properly.
3.2 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website's performance and user experience.
3.3 Marketing Cookies
These cookies track your browsing habits to enable us to show advertising which is more likely to be of interest to you. They may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other sites.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We have no control over these cookies, and they are subject to the respective third party's privacy policies.
4.1 Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and usage patterns. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about how you use our website. This information is used to compile reports and help us improve our website.
For more information about Google Analytics cookies, visit: Google Analytics Cookie Usage
4.2 Social Media Cookies
Our website includes social media features, such as links to our social media pages. These features may set cookies to enable proper functionality and track your interactions.
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
5.1 Cookie Banner
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie banner that allows you to:
- Accept All: Allow all cookies for the best experience
- Necessary Only: Only allow essential cookies
- Settings: Customize your cookie preferences
5.2 Change Your Preferences
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:
- Clicking the cookie settings link in our website footer
- Clearing your browser's cookies and revisiting our site
- Using your browser's cookie management tools
6. Browser Cookie Controls
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:
6.1 Google Chrome
- Click the three dots menu → Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Choose your preferred cookie settings
6.2 Mozilla Firefox
- Click the menu button → Options → Privacy & Security
- Under Cookies and Site Data, choose your preferences
6.3 Safari
- Safari → Preferences → Privacy
- Choose your cookie and website data settings
6.4 Microsoft Edge
- Click the three dots menu → Settings → Cookies and site permissions
- Select Cookies and site data to manage settings
Note: Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website and your browsing experience.
7. Cookie Retention
Cookies are retained for different periods depending on their purpose:
- Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted
- Necessary Cookies: Retained as long as needed for website functionality
- Analytics/Marketing Cookies: Retained according to third-party policies (usually 1-2 years)
8. Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, you may experience:
- Reduced website functionality
- Inability to remember your preferences
- Need to re-enter information repeatedly
- Less personalized content and recommendations
- Difficulty accessing certain features or services
9. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by:
- Updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
- Posting a notice on our website
- Sending email notifications for significant changes (if you have subscribed)
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Gilded Destination
Chancery Place
50 Brown St
Manchester M2 2JG
United Kingdom
Phone: +44 161 711 1330
Email: [email protected]