Cookie Consent 101: What Our July 2024 Policy Update Means for Campers

Staying in control of your data matters—especially when you're planning a break. Our cookie consent approach is designed to be clear, flexible, and camper‑friendly. On 12 July 2024, we updated the Cookie Policy for CampingLesMedes.com to explain exactly how cookie consent works, which cookies we use, and how you can manage your choices at any time.

In this guide, you'll learn what cookie consent means in practice, the types of cookies we use (and why), and simple steps to customize your preferences before or during your visit to our website.

The short version: what changed and why it matters

• We clarified cookie categories (functional, statistics, and marketing/tracking) and when consent is required.
• We listed the main services that place cookies on CampingLesMedes.com, including Google Analytics (statistics), Google Ads (advertising), Google reCAPTCHA (spam protection), WordPress/WPML (site functionality and language), Complianz (consent management), and CloudFlare (CDN security/performance).
• We explained consent controls: you'll see a pop‑up on first visit and can adjust settings any time via the cookie banner or your browser.

Bottom line: you get transparency and control, and we keep essential features—like language settings, security, and booking flows—running smoothly.

What is cookie consent?

Cookie consent is your permission for a website to store and read certain files ("cookies") in your browser. These small files help websites:

• Work properly (e.g., remember language, keep you logged in)
• Understand usage patterns (e.g., which pages are popular)
• Show relevant advertising

Broadly, cookies fall into three groups:

• Technical/functional: required for core features; we may place these without prior consent so the site works correctly.
• Statistics: help us improve the website experience; we ask for your permission.
• Marketing/tracking: support advertising and audience building; we ask for your permission.

Exactly which cookies we use—and why

Below is a plain‑English overview of the main cookies and services used on CampingLesMedes.com, aligned with our 12 July 2024 Cookie Policy.

Functional (essential for the site to work)

These cookies enable core features like security, language, and remembering preferences.

• WordPress (site functionality)

  • wordpress_test_cookie (session) — checks if cookies can be placed
  • wp-settings-* (persistent) — stores user preferences
  • wp-settings-time-* (1 year) — stores user preferences
  • wordpress_logged_in_* (persistent) — keeps users logged in
  • wp_lang (session) — stores language settings

• WPML (language management)

  • wp-wpml_current_language (1 day) — stores language settings

• Complianz (cookie consent management)

  • cmplz_policy_id, cmplz_functional, cmplz_statistics-anonymous, cmplz_preferences, cmplz_statistics, cmplz_marketing, cmplz_consent_status, cmplz_consented_services, cmplz_banner-status (all typically 365 days) — store your consent choices so we honor them on future visits

• CloudFlare (CDN security/performance)

  • cf_use_ob (1 minute) — provides technical functions
  • __cf_bm (30 minutes) — filters bot requests to protect the site

• Google reCAPTCHA (spam protection)

  • _grecaptcha (6 months) — helps block automated abuse (e.g., spam forms)

Notes:

• Functional cookies help ensure that certain parts of the website work properly and that your preferences remain known. We may place these without your consent to keep the site usable.

Statistics (help us improve the site)

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use the website, so we can optimize pages and navigation. These are only placed with your consent.

• Google Analytics
  • _ga (2 years) — stores and counts pageviews
  • _gid (1 day) — stores and counts pageviews
  • _gat_gtag_UA_* (1 minute) — stores a unique user ID to manage request rate
  • _ga_* (1 year) — stores and counts pageviews

Marketing/Tracking (advertising and audiences)

We use Google Ads for advertising‑related functionality.

• Google Ads
  • _gac_UA-* (90 days) — associates conversions with ad interactions
  • ads/ga-audiences — used for audience building and remarketing purposes

Notes:

• Marketing/tracking cookies may be used to create user profiles to display advertising or to track activity on this or across several websites for similar marketing purposes. We request your permission before placing these.

How cookie consent works on CampingLesMedes.com

• First visit: you'll see a cookie pop‑up explaining categories. Choose your preferences and click the confirmation button to save. Only the categories you select will be used.
• Change your mind any time: reopen the cookie banner (usually via the floating icon or link in the footer) to update or withdraw consent.
• Browser controls: you can also block or delete cookies in your browser. If you disable cookies entirely, parts of our website may not work properly.

Tip: If you primarily want the site to function (language, security, bookings) but prefer not to be measured for analytics or advertising, allow only functional cookies and decline statistics and marketing in the banner.

Featured answers (quick and clear)

• Does CampingLesMedes.com use Google Analytics?
  Yes. We use Google Analytics for website statistics, with your consent.

• What does the _ga cookie do?
  It stores and counts pageviews for analytics (typical expiry: 2 years).

• Do you use advertising cookies?
  Yes. We use Google Ads for advertising purposes, subject to your consent.

• What is Google reCAPTCHA used for?
  Spam prevention—helping protect forms and logins from automated abuse.

• Are functional cookies placed without consent?
  Yes. Functional cookies needed for core features may be placed without prior consent.

• Can I withdraw consent later?
  Yes. You can revisit the cookie banner at any time to change or withdraw consent.

Practical tips to manage your privacy

• Use the cookie banner first: it's the simplest way to tailor your experience on CampingLesMedes.com.
• Review categories:
  • Enable Functional to keep core features working.
  • Choose Statistics only if you’re comfortable helping improve the site.
  • Choose Marketing if you want more relevant advertising.
• Set browser rules: most browsers let you block third‑party cookies or clear them on exit.
• Try private browsing: use an incognito/private window for one‑off visits.
• Revisit settings after updates: when we refresh our policy or services, check your preferences again.

How this supports a better camper experience

• Faster, safer browsing: CloudFlare and reCAPTCHA help keep the site responsive and secure.
• Language convenience: WPML and WordPress cookies remember your chosen language and preferences.
• Smoother interactions: essential cookies support account access and forms.
• Data‑driven improvements: with your permission, analytics show us where to simplify journeys (e.g., from homepage to booking).
• Relevant communication: with marketing/tracking consent, ads and messages are more likely to match your interests.

Want to go deeper?

• Read our full Cookies policy to see the latest list of cookies, categories, and purposes.
• For broader site terms, see our Legal Notice and Privacy Policy.
• For operational updates and reservation procedures, check Breaking news! on our Blog.

Conclusion

Your privacy choices should be simple and respected. Our July 2024 cookie consent update makes it clear what each cookie does, when we ask for permission, and how to change your mind at any time.

Ready to set your preferences?

• Open the cookie banner on CampingLesMedes.com to review and save your choices now.
• Questions? Call us at +34 972 75 18 05 and we’ll be happy to help.

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