Introduction
This Cookies Policy explains how CaribbeanPoint.com ("we," "us," or "our"), a London-based premium news and blog company, uses cookies and similar technologies on our website at www.caribbeanpoint.com (the "Site"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with applicable laws, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).
Cookies help us enhance your experience, analyze site usage, and provide personalized content. This policy details what cookies are, how we use them, the types we employ, and your options for managing them. For more information on how we handle personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
By continuing to use our Site, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy, subject to your preferences. You can withdraw consent or manage cookies at any time as outlined below.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (e.g., computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They store information about your browsing activity and are sent back to the website on subsequent visits. Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels, and local storage.
Cookies can be "first-party" (set by us) or "third-party" (set by external providers). They may be session cookies (temporary, deleted when you close your browser) or persistent cookies (remain until expired or deleted).
Under UK law, cookies that process personal data require your informed consent, except for strictly necessary ones.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to make our Site function effectively, improve user experience, and gather insights. Specifically, cookies help us:
- Enable core features, such as user authentication for premium content and remembering your preferences.
- Analyze traffic and performance to understand how visitors interact with our content (e.g., popular articles on Caribbean destinations or news).
- Personalize content, like recommending travel tips or investment articles based on your browsing history.
- Deliver targeted advertising, if applicable, and measure ad effectiveness.
- Facilitate social sharing and integration with platforms like X (formerly Twitter) for sharing blog posts.
We do not use cookies to collect sensitive personal information without your explicit consent.
Types of Cookies We Use
We categorize cookies based on their purpose. Below is a summary of the types used on our Site:
| Category | Description | Examples/Providers | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential Cookies | Required for the Site to function properly, such as maintaining sessions and security. No consent needed. | Our own cookies for login and site navigation. | Session or persistent (up to 2 years). |
| Performance Cookies | Collect anonymous data on site usage to improve speed and functionality. | Google Analytics for tracking page views and bounce rates. | Persistent (up to 2 years). |
| Functionality Cookies | Remember your choices (e.g., language or region) for a customized experience. | Our cookies for saving user preferences on news feeds. | Persistent (up to 1 year). |
| Analytics Cookies | Help us understand user behavior in aggregate, such as popular categories like "Food & Drink" or "Adventures." | Third-party tools like Google Analytics or similar. | Persistent (up to 2 years). |
| Advertising Cookies | Track browsing to show relevant ads on our Site or partner sites, based on interests in Caribbean topics. | Google Adsense or similar networks, if used. | Persistent (up to 2 years). |
Third-Party Cookies
We may allow third parties to set cookies for analytics, advertising, or social features. For example:
- Analytics providers like Google Analytics track anonymized usage data.
- Social media plugins (e.g., for sharing articles) may set cookies from platforms like Facebook or X.
- Advertising networks may use cookies to tailor ads to your interests.
These third parties process data according to their policies, and we encourage you to review them. We do not control third-party cookies but ensure they align with our privacy standards.
Managing Cookies and Your Choices
You have control over cookies. Here's how:
- Cookie Consent Tool: On your first visit, a banner allows you to accept, reject, or customize cookies by category (except essential ones).
- Browser Settings: Most browsers let you block or delete cookies. For instructions:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data.
- Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data.
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data.
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions.
- Opt-Out Tools: Use industry tools like the Network Advertising Initiative or Your Online Choices for advertising cookies.
- Do Not Track (DNT): We respect DNT signals where enabled in your browser.
Disabling cookies may limit Site functionality, such as accessing premium content or personalized recommendations. You can withdraw consent anytime via our cookie settings or by clearing cookies, but this won't affect prior processing.
Changes to This Cookies Policy
We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. Changes will be posted here with an updated "Last updated" date. Significant changes may be notified via email or a Site notice. We recommend reviewing this policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Cookies Policy or our cookie practices, contact us at: info@caribbeanpoint.com
Last updated: September 27, 2025
