Cookie Policy
Last Updated: February 20, 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, understand how you use the site, and deliver relevant content. BestInCali uses cookies and similar technologies (such as local storage and pixels) to operate and improve our services.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Essential Cookies
Required for the website to function. These cannot be disabled.
- Session cookies: Keep you logged in during your visit
- Security cookies: Protect against cross-site request forgery (CSRF)
- Load balancing: Distribute traffic across our servers
2.2 Analytics Cookies
Help us understand how visitors interact with our site so we can improve it.
- Google Analytics (_ga, _gid, _gat): Page views, session duration, traffic sources
- Vercel Analytics: Performance monitoring and Core Web Vitals
Data is anonymised and aggregated. No personally identifiable information is stored.
2.3 Preference Cookies
Remember your settings and choices to personalise your experience.
- Language and region preferences
- Saved places and favourites
- AI chat conversation context (session only)
- Dark/light mode settings
2.4 Affiliate & Marketing Cookies
Track clicks and conversions for our affiliate partnerships. When you click an affiliate link and make a purchase, these cookies attribute the commission to BestInCali.
- Booking.com: Accommodation booking attribution
- Airbnb: Short-term rental referrals
- Amazon Associates: Product purchase attribution
- GetYourGuide: Tour and activity bookings
- SafetyWing: Travel insurance referrals
- Airalo: eSIM purchase attribution
- Wise: Money transfer referrals
These cookies are set by third-party partners and governed by their own privacy policies. See our Affiliate Disclosure for full details.
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our site are set by third parties we work with. We do not control these cookies. Please refer to each provider's privacy policy for details:
4. How to Control Cookies
You have several options to manage cookies:
4.1 Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to view, delete, and block cookies. Instructions for common browsers:
Note: Disabling essential cookies may prevent some features from working correctly.
4.2 Opt-Out of Analytics
- Google Analytics: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
5. Cookie Retention
| Cookie Type | Duration |
|---|---|
| Session (essential) | Deleted when browser closes |
| Google Analytics (_ga) | 2 years |
| Preference cookies | 1 year |
| Affiliate tracking | 30–90 days (varies by partner) |
6. GDPR & Your Rights (EU/EEA Visitors)
If you are located in the European Union or European Economic Area, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
- Right to be informed about cookies used
- Right to withdraw consent at any time
- Right to access data collected about you
- Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
To exercise these rights, contact us at info@bestincali.com
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy as our services evolve or regulations change. We will post the updated date at the top of this page. Continued use of BestInCali after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
8. Contact Us
For questions about our use of cookies:
- Email: info@bestincali.com
- Contact Form: Contact Us
Related Policies
- Privacy Policy — How we collect and use your personal data
- Terms of Service — Rules for using BestInCali
- Affiliate Disclosure — How we earn commissions