Last updated: 31 March 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the site function properly, remember your preferences, and provide information to the site owner about how the site is used. Some cookies are essential for the website to work; others help us improve your experience.
2. Who Places Cookies?
Cookies on this website may be set by us (first-party cookies) or by third-party services we use (third-party cookies), such as analytics or mapping providers. This website is operated by Estepona Life & Stay. For general privacy information, see our Privacy Policy.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms. Without these cookies, the site cannot operate properly.
Examples: session cookies, CSRF protection tokens, cookie consent preferences.
Legal basis: Legitimate interest (essential for website operation). No consent required.
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting information about pages visited, time spent on the site, and any errors encountered. All data is aggregated and anonymous.
We may use Google Analytics or similar services, configured to anonymise IP addresses and respect Do Not Track signals where possible.
Legal basis: Consent. These cookies are only set if you accept them.
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality such as embedded maps (OpenStreetMap/Leaflet) and contact forms. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
Legal basis: Consent or legitimate interest, depending on the specific functionality.
Marketing Cookies
We do not currently use marketing or advertising cookies on this website. If this changes, we will update this policy and request your consent before placing any such cookies.
4. Cookie Consent
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner asking for your consent to non-essential cookies. You can:
Accept all cookies — all cookie categories will be activated.
Reject non-essential cookies — only strictly necessary cookies will be used.
Manage preferences — choose which categories to allow.
You can change your preferences at any time by clicking “Cookie Preferences” in our website footer or by clearing your browser cookies.
5. Specific Cookies
Below is a summary of the main cookies used on this site:
WordPress session cookies (strictly necessary): enable core website functionality. Expire when you close your browser or after a set period.
Cookie consent cookie (strictly necessary): remembers your cookie preferences so you are not asked on every visit. Typically expires after 12 months.
Google Analytics cookies (analytics, if accepted): _ga, _ga_* — used to distinguish users and sessions. Expire after up to 2 years.
Leaflet/OpenStreetMap cookies (functional): may be set when the interactive map loads on our Apartment page.
6. How to Control Cookies via Your Browser
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
View what cookies are stored and delete them individually. Block third-party cookies. Block all cookies from specific sites. Block all cookies entirely. Delete all cookies when you close your browser.
Please note that blocking all cookies may affect the functionality of this and other websites. For instructions specific to your browser, visit allaboutcookies.org.
7. Do Not Track
Some browsers offer a “Do Not Track” (DNT) setting. We respect DNT signals where technically feasible, though there is currently no universal standard for how websites should respond to DNT requests.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for regulatory reasons. The “Last updated” date at the top indicates the most recent revision. Material changes will be communicated via a renewed consent prompt on the website.
9. Your Rights
Under the GDPR and the ePrivacy Directive, you have the right to withdraw your consent to non-essential cookies at any time. For broader data protection rights (access, rectification, erasure, etc.), please see our Privacy Policy.
10. Contact
For any questions about our use of cookies, please contact:
Estepona Life & Stay
Email: hello@visitestepona.info
Website: visitestepona.info