Cookie Policy
Last updated: May 2026 · thepoursuite.com
In plain English: We use cookies — tiny text files saved on your browser — to keep our site working, understand how it is used, and show you relevant wine tourism ads on Google and Instagram. Essential cookies are always on. All others are optional. California residents can opt out of data sharing at any time.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit thepoursuite.com. They help our site function correctly, remember your preferences, and let us understand how visitors use our service. They cannot access other files on your device and contain no viruses or personal documents.
Cookies We Use
Essential (always active) — required for the site to work. Cannot be turned off. No personal data collected.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| sessionid | Keeps your session active while browsing | Session |
| csrftoken | Protects forms from malicious submissions | 1 year |
| age_verified | Remembers you confirmed you are 21+ | 30 days |
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie preferences | 12 months |
Analytics (optional) — anonymous data that helps us understand site performance.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga, _gid | Google Analytics 4 | Counts unique visits and sessions (anonymised) | 24hr–2yr |
Marketing (optional) — tracks visits so we can show relevant ads on Google and Instagram. Data shared with Google LLC and Meta Platforms Inc. (both USA).
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _gcl_au, gclid | Google Ads | Links ad clicks to bookings; enables retargeting | 90 days |
| _fbp, _fbc, fr | Meta Pixel | Enables Instagram/Facebook ad retargeting | 90 days |
⚠️ California residents: use of marketing cookies may constitute "sharing" of personal information under CCPA/CPRA. See Section 4 to opt out.
Preference (optional) — remembers your region and language selection. Duration: 12 months.
Third-Party Services
Some cookies are set by: Google LLC (Analytics, Ads, Tag Manager), Meta Platforms Inc. (Facebook Pixel), and Cloudflare Inc. (security). We do not control these cookies. Each provider has its own privacy policy.
Your Rights & Opt-Out
You can accept, reject, or manage cookies via the banner that appears on your first visit. You can change your preferences anytime via "Cookie Settings" in our footer.
Platform and Browser-level Controls:
- Browser controls: Chrome → Privacy & Security → Cookies · Safari → Preferences → Privacy · Firefox → Privacy & Security
- Direct opt-outs: Google Analytics · Google Ads · Meta Ads
California Residents — Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information
Under CCPA/CPRA, you have the right to opt out of sharing your data with Google and Meta through advertising cookies. Email us and we will disable all advertising tracking within 48 hours.
Email Your Opt-Out RequestUpdates & Contact
We may update this policy when laws or our tools change. The "Last Updated" date above will reflect any changes.
Questions? Email contact@thepoursuite.com with subject "Cookie Policy" — we reply within 48 hours.