Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how AfricaTourVisa ("we", "our", "us") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit https://www.africatourvisa.com.

This policy complies with the requirements of the GDPR, ePrivacy Directive, and Spanish AEPD cookie regulations.

Important: Non-essential cookies are not placed unless you give explicit consent via our cookie banner.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They allow websites to function correctly, remember preferences, analyze traffic, and personalize content.

Cookies may be:

Session cookies — deleted when you close your browser
Persistent cookies — stored for a defined period
First-party cookies — set by AfricaTourVisa
Third-party cookies — set by service providers (analytics, advertising)

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Category	Purpose	Consent Required
Necessary	Security, fraud prevention, load balancing, cookie consent storage	No
Analytics	Website usage statistics and performance optimization	Yes
Preferences	Language selection, regional preferences, UI settings	Yes
Marketing	Advertising measurement and remarketing	Yes

3. Cookies and Technologies Used

Necessary Cookies (Always Active)

Name	Provider	Purpose	Duration
atv_cookie_consent_v1	AfricaTourVisa	Stores your cookie consent preferences	180 days
PHPSESSID / Server Session	AfricaTourVisa	Security and application session handling	Session

Analytics Cookies (Optional)

Used only after you provide consent.

Name	Provider	Purpose	Duration
_ga	Google Analytics (via GTM)	Distinguishes users	2 years
_ga_*	Google Analytics	Session and event tracking	2 years

Marketing Cookies (Optional)

Used only if advertising consent is granted.

Name	Provider	Purpose	Duration
_gcl_au	Google Ads	Conversion tracking	3 months
IDE	Google DoubleClick	Ad personalization	13 months

4. Google Tag Manager (GTM)

We use Google Tag Manager to manage scripts efficiently.

GTM itself does not set cookies
It loads tracking services only after your consent
Consent Mode v2 is enabled

5. How You Can Control Cookies

You may:

Accept all cookies
Reject non-essential cookies
Customize cookie categories
Change your preferences anytime

You can reopen cookie settings via the "Cookie Settings" button on the website.

6. Browser Cookie Controls

You can also manage cookies directly from your browser:

Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security
Firefox: Preferences → Privacy
Safari: Preferences → Privacy
Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions

Note: Blocking essential cookies may affect website functionality.

7. Data Transfers Outside EU

Some third-party services (such as Google) may process data outside the European Economic Area. When this occurs:

Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) are applied
Additional security safeguards are enabled

8. Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the right to:

Access your data
Correct inaccurate data
Request deletion
Withdraw consent
Restrict processing
File a complaint with your data protection authority

9. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy:

AfricaTourVisa
Website: https://www.africatourvisa.com
Email: support@africatourvisa.com

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised date.