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This policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your booking experience on cheapbus.store.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit websites. They help:
- Remember your preferences and login status
- Analyze website traffic patterns
- Personalize your experience
- Enable secure transactions
2. Essential Cookies
These are required for core functionality and cannot be disabled:
| Cookie Name |
Purpose |
Duration |
| sessionid |
Maintains your booking session |
Until browser closes |
| auth_token |
Secures your login |
30 days |
| csrf_token |
Prevents fraudulent transactions |
24 hours |
3. Functional Cookies
These improve your experience but aren't essential:
- Preference Cookies: Remember seat choices, language settings
- Geo-location Cookies: Suggest nearby departure points
- Chat Support Cookies: Maintain chat session continuity
4. Analytics Cookies
Help us improve our service:
| Service |
Purpose |
Opt-Out Link |
| Google Analytics |
Track popular routes and features |
Opt-out |
| Hotjar |
Understand user behavior |
Opt-out |
5. Marketing Cookies
Used to show relevant offers:
- Facebook Pixel: For social media ads
- Google Ads: For search result promotions
- Retargeting Cookies: Show recently viewed routes
6. Cookie Controls
6.1 Browser Settings
You can manage cookies through your browser:
6.2 Our Cookie Consent Tool
Use our preference center to customize your cookie settings:
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy as technology evolves. Significant changes will be announced on our homepage.
