Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2025
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit websites. They help websites remember your preferences and understand how you use the site.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
Required for basic website functionality.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Session ID | Maintains your session | Session |
| CSRF Token | Security protection | Session |
| Cookie Consent | Remembers your cookie preferences | 1 year |
These cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the website to function.
Analytics Cookies
Help us understand how visitors use our website.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Throttles request rate | 1 minute |
We use Google Analytics to collect anonymous information about page views, traffic sources, and user behavior. This helps us improve our website.
Advertising Cookies
Used to deliver relevant advertisements.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Various | Google AdSense | Personalized ads | Varies |
| Various | Affiliate partners | Track referrals | Varies |
These cookies allow our advertising partners to show you ads that may be relevant to your interests.
Functionality Cookies
Remember your preferences and settings.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Language | Remembers language preference | 1 year |
| Location | Remembers city selection | 30 days |
| Theme | Remembers display preferences | 1 year |
Third-Party Cookies
Our website may include content and services from third parties that set their own cookies:
- Google Analytics — Website analytics
- Google AdSense — Advertising
- Social media platforms — Share buttons, embedded content
- Affiliate partners — Booking widgets, referral tracking
- YouTube — Embedded videos
These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies.
Your Cookie Choices
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can:
- Accept all cookies — Enable all cookie categories
- Customize — Choose which categories to allow
- Reject non-essential — Only essential cookies enabled
Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies
- Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies
Opt-Out Links
- Google Analytics: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
- Google Ads: adssettings.google.com
- Network Advertising Initiative: optout.networkadvertising.org
- Digital Advertising Alliance: optout.aboutads.info
Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you disable cookies:
- Essential cookies disabled: Website may not function properly
- Analytics cookies disabled: No impact on your experience
- Advertising cookies disabled: You'll still see ads, but they won't be personalized
- Functionality cookies disabled: Preferences won't be saved between visits
Do Not Track
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature. Our website currently does not respond to Do Not Track signals, but you can use the cookie controls described above.
Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use:
- Local storage: Stores data in your browser
- Pixels/Web beacons: Small images that track page views
- Scripts: Code that collects usage information
These are managed similarly to cookies through your browser settings.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: [Insert contact email]
Website: PattayaTalk.com
More Information
For more details about how we handle your data, please see our Privacy Policy.
Last updated: February 2026