Cookies & Tracking Policy

Welcome to SummitX Adventures. We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience, analyze site traffic, and personalize content. This policy explains what these technologies are, how we use them, and how you can control your preferences.

1. Introduction

This Cookies & Tracking Policy supplements our Privacy Policy and applies to our website (summitx-adventures.com), mobile applications, and related digital services. By continuing to use our services, you consent to the use of cookies and tracking technologies as described herein, unless you adjust your browser settings or opt out as outlined below.

2. What Are Cookies & Tracking Technologies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. Tracking technologies include web beacons, pixels, local storage, SDKs, and fingerprinting scripts. Together, they help us recognize your device, remember your preferences, analyze usage patterns, and deliver relevant advertising.

3. How We Use Cookies & Tracking

We use these technologies to:

• Keep you securely logged in and remember your booking preferences
• Analyze website performance and user navigation paths
• Deliver personalized adventure recommendations and promotions
• Prevent fraud and ensure platform security
• Retarget users through partner ad networks (with your consent)

4. Types of Cookies We Use

Category	Purpose	Duration
Essential	Required for site functionality, authentication, and security.	Session to 2 years
Functional	Remembers language, region, and accessibility preferences.	Up to 1 year
Analytics	Tracks page views, session duration, and error rates to improve UX.	Up to 2 years
Marketing	Enables personalized ads and tracks campaign performance.	Up to 13 months

5. Third-Party Cookies & Tracking

Certain cookies are placed by trusted third-party partners who provide services on our behalf, including:

• Analytics Providers: Google Analytics, Hotjar
• Payment Processors: Stripe, PayPal (session-only)
• Communication Tools: Intercom, Mailchimp
• Advertising Networks: Meta Pixel, Google Ads

These partners operate under strict data-processing agreements and must comply with applicable privacy laws. We do not sell your personal data. For more information, visit the privacy policies of these providers directly.

6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have full control over the cookies we place on your device. You can adjust your preferences at any time using the controls below or through your browser settings.

Browser Controls

You can also manage cookies through your web browser. Note that disabling essential cookies may affect site functionality:

• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
• Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies
• Edge: Settings > Cookies and Site Permissions

To opt out of personalized advertising across the web, visit www.aboutads.info/choices or www.youradchoices.ca.

7. Data Retention

Cookies are automatically deleted when their expiration date passes. We retain analytics data for a maximum of 26 months and marketing data for up to 13 months, unless required longer for fraud prevention or legal compliance. You may request deletion of stored identifiers at any time via our contact channel.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookies & Tracking Policy to reflect changes in technology, regulations, or our business practices. Material changes will be communicated via email or a prominent notice on our website. The "Last Updated" date will be revised accordingly.