This Cookies Policy explains how Lebanon Locals (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize users who visit our website or use our platform. It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control our use of them.
By using the Lebanon Locals website or services, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your browser or device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to the website owners. Cookies do not damage your device and do not access any information stored on your computer.
Cookies can be classified as either:
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Session cookies, which are deleted when you close your browser, or
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Persistent cookies, which remain on your device until they expire or are deleted manually.
They can also be categorized by purpose:
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Essential cookies: necessary for the operation of the site
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Performance cookies: used to analyze how visitors use the website
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Functional cookies: enhance user experience by remembering preferences
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Targeting/advertising cookies: used to deliver relevant advertisements
2. How We Use Cookies
Lebanon Locals uses cookies to:
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Enable essential features such as secure login and booking
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Understand how users interact with the site through analytics tools like Google Analytics
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Improve the performance, content, and usability of the platform
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Remember user preferences and settings
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Measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns
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Deliver targeted content and advertising on third-party platforms (e.g. Facebook Pixel, Instagram)
These cookies help us personalize your experience and continuously improve our services.
3. Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, we may use third-party cookies set by service providers. These cookies may collect information such as your IP address, browser type, and interactions with our website. For example, we use:
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Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and usage patterns
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Facebook Pixel for advertising campaign tracking and retargeting
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Other marketing or security tools that enhance our user experience and protect our platform
We do not control these third-party cookies directly. Please refer to their respective privacy policies for more information.
4. Managing Cookies
You have the right to control or disable the use of cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
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View which cookies are stored
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Delete cookies individually or all at once
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Block specific websites from setting cookies
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Disable cookies entirely
Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality and user experience of our website. Some features may not work properly without them.
To opt out of tracking by Google Analytics specifically, you can use the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on.
5. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the law or updates to our services. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of our site after such updates indicates your agreement with the revised policy.
6. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Cookies Policy or how Lebanon Locals uses cookies and similar technologies, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Subject: Cookies Policy Inquiry
Last Updated: 5/15/2025