This Cookie Policy explains how Istanbul Tourist Information uses cookies and similar technologies on https://istanbultouristinformation.org. For broader data practices, see our Privacy Policy.
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. Similar technologies include local storage, pixels, and scripts that help remember preferences or measure usage.
2. How we use cookies
We use cookies to:
- keep essential site features working (security, language, consent choices);
- remember preferences such as cookie settings;
- understand how visitors use the site (analytics), where allowed;
- support advertising and personalization, where allowed.
3. Types of cookies
Necessary
Required for basic functionality and security. These cannot be switched off in our systems because the site would not work properly without them.
Analytics
Help us understand traffic, popular pages, and technical issues so we can improve content and performance. Used only when you consent (where required).
Advertising
Used by us or partners to deliver and measure ads. Used only when you consent (where required).
Personalization
May remember choices that tailor content experience. Used only when you consent (where required).
4. Managing your preferences
You can change or withdraw cookie consent at any time using the Cookie Preferences control in the website footer. You can also block or delete cookies through your browser settings. Blocking necessary cookies may affect site functionality.
5. Third-party cookies
Some cookies may be set by third-party services embedded on or linked from our pages (for example analytics or advertising partners). Those parties may process data under their own policies.
6. Retention
Cookie lifetimes vary. Session cookies expire when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain for a set period or until you delete them or update preferences.
7. Updates
We may update this Cookie Policy when our tools or practices change. The “Last updated” date at the top of this page reflects the latest revision.
8. Contact
Questions about cookies can be sent through our contact form.