Cookie Policy
This policy explains how HotelsVetted (a service by Puffer AB, org.nr 556850-9144, Sweden) uses cookies on our website. You can manage your preferences at any time.
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your preferences and measure how the site is used. Cookies are not viruses — they cannot execute programs or transmit personal data without your consent.
2. How we use cookies
We use a minimal set of cookies to operate and improve HotelsVetted:
| Type | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strictly necessary | Required for the site to function. No personal data. | Session | HotelsVetted |
| Analytics | Understand how pages are used (page views, traffic sources). Anonymised — no individual tracking. | Up to 26 months | Analytics provider |
| Affiliate tracking | Tracks whether a booking was made after clicking our link. Enables us to earn a commission. Set by Booking.com when you click a hotel link. | 30 days | Booking.com |
3. Strictly necessary cookies
These cookies are required for the site to work correctly. They do not track your activity or store personal information. You cannot opt out of these cookies if you wish to use the site.
Examples: session management, security tokens, preference storage (language, region).
4. Analytics cookies
We use analytics tools to understand how visitors use our site — which pages are most popular, where traffic comes from, and how long visitors stay. This helps us improve content and user experience.
Analytics data is aggregated and anonymised. We cannot identify you personally from analytics data.
You can opt out of analytics cookies via our cookie banner or by using browser settings.
5. Affiliate tracking cookies
When you click a hotel booking link on our site, you are redirected to a booking platform (such as Booking.com). The booking platform may set a tracking cookie that remembers your visit. If you complete a booking within 30 days, we earn a small commission.
This does not affect the price you pay. The commission is paid by the booking platform, not you.
You can opt out by not clicking our booking links or by blocking third-party cookies in your browser settings.
6. Managing your cookie preferences
You can manage cookies in several ways:
- Cookie banner — shown on your first visit. You can accept all cookies, accept necessary only, or customise your preferences.
- Browser settings — all modern browsers let you block or delete cookies. See your browser's help section for instructions.
- Opt-out tools — you can opt out of analytics tracking directly with the analytics provider.
Blocking cookies may affect some site functionality. Strictly necessary cookies cannot be disabled without breaking the site.
7. Third-party cookies
Some cookies are set by third parties (such as Booking.com). We do not control these cookies. For more information, see:
8. Changes to this policy
We may update this policy. Material changes will be indicated by an updated date. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance.
9. Contact
Questions about cookies: Use our contact form
Puffer AB, Stockholm, Sweden