Cookie Policy
Last updated: December 19, 2025
Quick Summary
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 provide information to website owners.
Cookies help us remember your preferences, understand how you use our website, and improve your overall experience. Some cookies are essential for the website to function, while others help us analyze traffic and personalize content.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
RequiredRequired for the website to function properly. Cannot be disabled.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Session ID | Maintains your session while browsing | Session |
| Cookie Consent | Remembers your cookie preferences | 1 year |
| Security Token | Prevents cross-site request forgery | Session |
Analytics Cookies
OptionalHelp us understand how visitors interact with our website.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics (_ga) | Distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| Google Analytics (_gid) | Distinguishes users | 24 hours |
| Google Analytics (_gat) | Throttles request rate | 1 minute |
Functional Cookies
OptionalEnable enhanced functionality and personalization.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Skill Level Preference | Remembers your selected skill level | 30 days |
| Recent Spots | Shows recently viewed surf spots | 30 days |
| Language Preference | Remembers your language choice | 1 year |
Marketing Cookies
OptionalUsed to track visitors across websites for advertising purposes.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Facebook Pixel | Tracks conversions and retargeting | 3 months |
| Google Ads | Measures ad campaign effectiveness | 90 days |
Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, we may use various third-party cookies to report usage statistics of the Service and deliver advertisements on and through the Service. These include:
- Google Analytics: To analyze website traffic and user behavior.Google's Privacy Policy
- Google Ads: To measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns
- Meta (Facebook) Pixel: For conversion tracking and retargeting
How to Manage Cookies
You have several options for managing cookies:
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the cookie settings link in our footer.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:
Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of specific third-party cookies using these tools:
Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, please note that:
- Some features of our website may not function properly
- Your preferences (like skill level selection) won't be remembered
- You may need to log in each time you visit (if applicable)
- We won't be able to track and improve website performance
Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the website to function. However, you can still block them through your browser settings, though this may prevent the website from working correctly.
Data Protection
Cookie data is processed in accordance with our Privacy Policyand applicable data protection laws, including the GDPR.
We retain cookie data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. Analytics data is anonymized after 26 months.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Cookie Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically for any changes.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: info@madeirasurf.org
WhatsApp: +351925567060
Location: Madeira, Portugal