Cookies Policy

Last Updated: 4 December 2024

1. What is a Cookie?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites when you visit them. Cookies help the site:

  • Recognize you on subsequent visits
  • Remember your preferences
  • Analyze site usage
  • Provide a better user experience

2. Types of Cookies

By duration

TypeDescription
Session CookiesTemporary cookies deleted when you close your browser
Persistent CookiesRemain on your device for a set period or until you remove them

By source

TypeDescription
First-party CookiesSet directly by ghg-turkiye.com
Third-party CookiesSet by third-party services like Google Analytics or AdSense

3. Cookies We Use

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off.

Cookie NameProviderPurposeDuration
PHPSESSIDghg-turkiye.comSession managementSession
cookie_consentghg-turkiye.comRemember cookie preferences1 year

3.2 Analytics Cookies

Used to analyze traffic and usage patterns.

Cookie NameProviderPurposeDuration
_gaGoogle AnalyticsDistinguish users2 years
_ga_*Google AnalyticsPreserve session state2 years
_gidGoogle AnalyticsDistinguish users24 hours
_gatGoogle AnalyticsThrottle request rate1 minute

Google Analytics Privacy Policy

3.3 Advertising Cookies

Used to show relevant ads.

Cookie NameProviderPurposeDuration
__gadsGoogle AdSenseAd delivery13 months
__gpiGoogle AdSenseAd personalization13 months
_gcl_auGoogle AdSenseConversion tracking3 months
IDEGoogle DoubleClickAd targeting1 year
DSIDGoogle DoubleClickUser preferences2 weeks
NIDGooglePreferences and ad personalization6 months

To opt-out of ad personalization: Google Ads Settings

3.4 Functional Cookies

Used to enhance site features and remember preferences.

Cookie NameProviderPurposeDuration
langghg-turkiye.comLanguage preference1 year
themeghg-turkiye.comTheme preference (light/dark)1 year

4. Managing Cookies

4.1 Change Your Preferences

You can set your cookie preferences via the consent banner on first visit or change them at any time.

4.2 Browser Settings

You can manage and delete cookies via your browser settings:

  • Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
  • Mozilla Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
  • Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Manage and delete cookies

4.3 Effects of Disabling Cookies

If you disable cookies:

  • Some site features may not function correctly
  • Your preferences may not be remembered
  • You may need to reconfigure settings on each visit

5. Other Tracking Technologies

5.1 Pixel Tags (Web Beacons)

Small image files used in emails or pages for tracking purposes.

5.2 Local Storage

Used to store larger amounts of data in the browser.

5.3 JavaScript

Used for site functionality and to help place some cookies.

6. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

ServicePurposePrivacy Policy
Google AnalyticsWeb analyticsLink
Google AdSenseAdvertisingLink
Google FontsWeb fontsLink

7. Withdraw Consent

You may withdraw consent at any time by:

  1. Clearing cookies in your browser
  2. Visiting the site and updating your cookie preferences
  3. Rejecting non-essential cookies (except strictly necessary cookies)

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed to persons under 18. We do not knowingly collect cookie data from children.

9. International Transfers

Third-party cookies (notably Google) may transfer data outside Turkey. Google implements appropriate safeguards.

10. Policy Updates

This Cookies Policy may be updated occasionally. We will announce significant changes on the site.

11. Contact

For questions about cookies:

12. Helpful Resources

This Cookies Policy is effective as of 4 December 2024.