Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how Martin Hesp Food & Travel (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on www.martinhespfoodandtravel.com (“the website”).

By continuing to use our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy, unless you disable them in your browser settings.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the website function properly, improve user experience, and provide analytics information.

Cookies may be:

Session cookies – removed when you close your browser
Persistent cookies – remain until deleted or expired
First-party cookies – set by our website
Third-party cookies – set by external services (e.g., analytics providers)

2. How We Use Cookies

We may use cookies for the following purposes:

2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These are essential for the website to function. They may include cookies that:

Enable core site features
Remember your cookie preferences
Protect the site from security risks

These cookies cannot be disabled through our website.

2.2 Analytics & Performance Cookies

These help us understand how visitors use the website, such as:

Which pages are visited
Time spent on the site
Browser and device information

This helps us improve content and user experience.

(Example: Google Analytics – if used)

2.3 Functional Cookies

These enhance your experience by remembering choices and preferences, such as:

Comments or form details you previously entered
Display preferences

2.4 Advertising & Affiliate Cookies (If Applicable)

If the website uses affiliate links or advertising networks (e.g., Amazon Associates):

Cookies may track clicks and purchases
This does not give access to personal data
Affiliate partners may set their own cookies

3. Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party tools or services that set their own cookies, including:

Analytics providers
Embedded content (e.g., YouTube videos, social media posts)
Affiliate marketing networks
Newsletter sign-up platforms

These third parties may collect information according to their own privacy policies.

4. Managing Cookies

You can control or delete cookies at any time through your browser settings.

You can:

Block all cookies
Block third-party cookies
Delete existing cookies
Receive notifications before cookies are stored

Please note:
Disabling certain cookies may affect website performance or functionality.

For guidance on adjusting cookie settings, visit:

Chrome: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org/kb/enable-and-disable-cookies
Safari: https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/manage-cookies
Edge: https://support.microsoft.com/help/4027947

5. Consent

When you first visit our site, you may see a cookie notice or banner requesting consent. By interacting with the website or accepting cookies, you agree to this policy.

You may withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings.

6. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in legislation or website functionality. Updates will be posted with a new “Last updated” date.