Cookie Policy — Sapphire City Explorers
Last updated: 1 August 2026. This Cookie Policy explains how Sapphire City Explorers (sapphirees.pro) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website. It explains what these technologies do, why we use them, and how you can control them. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone or tablet) when you visit a website. They help the website remember information about your visit, such as your language preference and whether you are logged in. Cookies are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to site owners.
Types of cookies we use
We use the following categories of cookies on sapphirees.pro
Strictly necessary cookies: These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are typically set in response to actions you make which amount to a request for services, such as setting privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms. Example: session identifiers that keep you logged in while booking.
Performance and analytics cookies: These collect information on how visitors use our site (for example which pages are visited most often and whether users get error messages). We use this information to improve how our site works. We use Google Analytics with IP anonymisation enabled and may use privacy-focused alternatives where appropriate. Example cookies: _ga, _gid.
Functional cookies: These allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your language or region) and provide enhanced, personalised features. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
Marketing and advertising cookies: These may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other sites. These cookies do not store directly personal information, but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device.
Specific examples of cookies
Common cookies you might encounter on our site include
sessionid — Keeps your session active while you navigate the booking pages (strictly necessary)
csrftoken — Helps protect forms from cross-site request forgery (strictly necessary)
_ga, _gid — Google Analytics cookies to distinguish users and sessions (analytics)
cookie_consent — Remembers your cookie banner choices so you are not asked again (functional)
Third-party cookies
Some cookies on our site may be set by third parties. For example, if you use a payment gateway, the gateway provider may set cookies; analytics providers and social media plugins may also set cookies. We carefully select third-party partners and require them to meet our privacy standards, but we do not control their cookies directly. Please consult their privacy and cookie policies for more information.
How long do cookies last?
Cookies can be session cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or persistent cookies (remain for a set period on your device). The lifespan varies: session cookies expire at the end of your browser session; persistent cookies may remain for months or years depending on the purpose.
How to manage or disable cookies
You can manage cookie preferences in several ways
Use the cookie banner on our site to accept or reject non-essential cookies. Essential cookies cannot be disabled via the banner.
Configure your web browser to block or delete cookies. Each browser provides settings to manage cookies (for example Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge). Refer to your browser’s help pages for instructions.
Use browser add-ons or privacy tools to control trackers and cookies.
Please be aware that disabling or deleting cookies may affect the functionality of this website and some services (including booking functionality) may not work as intended.
Consent and lawful basis
For non-essential cookies (analytics, marketing and some functional cookies) we rely on consent. When you first visit our site, you will be presented with a cookie banner explaining the categories of cookies we use and with options to accept or decline. You can change your choices at any time via the cookie settings link in the website footer or by clearing your cookies in your browser.
Children
We do not knowingly place non-essential cookies targeted at children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe a minor has provided personal data to us, please contact [email protected] and we will take appropriate steps.
Changes to this policy
We may revise this Cookie Policy occasionally to reflect changes in the law, technology or our services. Significant changes will be notified on our website and, where appropriate, by email.
Contact
If you have questions about our Cookie Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact: Sapphire City Explorers, Unit 3, Brighton Cultural Quarter, 12 Pavilion Parade, Brighton BN1 1EE; email [email protected]; phone +44 1273 000123.
Contact
Questions about this policy can be sent to [email protected] or by post to Sapphire City Explorers, Unit 3, Brighton Cultural Quarter, 12 Pavilion Parade, Brighton, BN1 1EE, United Kingdom.