Last Updated: November 2025
GetMauritius ("we," "our," "us," or "company") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website performance, and deliver personalized content and advertising. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.
This policy applies to all users accessing GetMauritius through our website, mobile applications, and other digital platforms. By using GetMauritius, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.
Cookies are small text files or data identifiers stored on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They allow websites to remember information about you and your preferences during your visit and across future visits.
Types of Cookies:
First-Party Cookies: Set directly by GetMauritius and read only by our website. These are used to remember your preferences, login information, and browsing history.
Third-Party Cookies: Set by external service providers (such as Google Analytics, Facebook, or advertising partners) whose services we use. These cookies enable tracking across multiple websites and platforms.
Session Cookies: Temporary cookies deleted automatically when you close your browser. They store information during your current browsing session.
Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a specified duration (days, months, or years) to remember your preferences across multiple visits.
GetMauritius uses the following categories of cookies:
These cookies are essential for the basic functionality of our website. They enable core features such as user authentication, account management, and security. These cookies cannot be disabled without affecting website functionality.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| session_id | GetMauritius | Maintains user login session | Session (expires when browser closes) |
| security_token | GetMauritius | Protects against cross-site request forgery (CSRF) | Session |
| site_language | GetMauritius | Remembers your language preference | 1 year |
| cookie_consent | GetMauritius | Records your cookie consent choices | 1 year |
These cookies collect information about how you interact with our website—which pages you visit, links you click, time spent on pages, and error messages. This data is aggregated and anonymized to help us improve website performance and user experience.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Tracks user sessions and identifies unique visitors | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Identifies unique users for session tracking | 24 hours |
| _gat_gtag_UA_XXXXXX_X | Google Analytics | Throttles request rates to Google Analytics | 1 minute |
| analytics_session | GetMauritius | Measures page views, click-through rates, and user engagement | 6 months |
Data Collected: IP address, browser type, operating system, pages visited, referral source, time of visit, and duration of stay.
These cookies remember your choices and preferences to provide a personalized and convenient experience during your visits.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| search_preferences | GetMauritius | Saves your hotel, flight, and activity search filters | 6 months |
| saved_deals | GetMauritius | Stores your bookmarked or favorited deals | 1 year |
| user_preferences | GetMauritius | Remembers your preferred currency, destination, and travel dates | 1 year |
| accessibility_settings | GetMauritius | Stores accessibility preferences (font size, color contrast) | 1 year |
These cookies track your browsing behavior and interests to deliver personalized advertisements and retargeting campaigns across our website and other platforms.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Facebook Pixel | Enables Facebook retargeting and audience building | 3 months |
| fr | Facilitates Facebook ad delivery and analytics | 3 months | |
| google_ads_id | Google Ads | Enables Google remarketing campaigns | 18 months |
| rtk_id | Travelpayouts/Affiliate Partners | Tracks affiliate commissions and conversions | 30-90 days |
| utm_* | Various Partners | Tracks marketing campaign performance | Session |
Data Collected: Pages visited, deals viewed, bookings attempted, browsing patterns, and interests.
Purpose: To show you relevant travel deals and advertisements based on your demonstrated interest in Mauritius travel.
These cookies are set by social media platforms when you interact with social media features on our website (e.g., sharing a deal on Facebook or Instagram).
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| fb_cookies | Enables Facebook sharing, liking, and commenting | 1 year | |
| twitter_cookies | Twitter (X) | Enables Twitter sharing and integration | 2 years |
| instagram_cookies | Enables Instagram integration and sharing | 1 year |
GetMauritius partners with third-party service providers who set cookies on our website for analytics, advertising, affiliate tracking, and functionality purposes:
Google Analytics:
Tracks user behavior, traffic sources, and conversion metrics
Data stored by Google on secure servers
Google's Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Facebook Pixel:
Enables conversion tracking and audience building for Facebook advertising
Stores browsing data to optimize ad delivery
Facebook's Privacy Policy: https://www.facebook.com/privacy
Booking.com, Expedia, GetYourGuide Affiliate Cookies:
Track bookings referred through GetMauritius
Enable affiliate commission tracking and reporting
Each partner's privacy policy applies to their cookies
Travelpayouts & Affiliate Networks:
Track deal views, clicks, and conversions
Enable commission calculations and performance reporting
You may review each partner's privacy policy for detailed information about their data practices. GetMauritius is not responsible for third-party cookie practices.
When you first visit GetMauritius, you will see a cookie consent banner. You have the following options:
Accept All: Accept all cookies, including strictly necessary, performance, functional, marketing, and third-party cookies.
Reject Non-Essential: Accept only strictly necessary cookies required for website functionality. You can still use our site fully, though personalization and retargeting features will be limited.
Customize: Select specific cookie categories to accept or reject. This allows granular control over which cookies are placed on your device.
Key Principles for Consent:
Affirmative Action: You must actively click a button to consent. Pre-ticked boxes and implied consent are not used.
Freely Given: You are not required to accept cookies to access our website. Rejecting cookies does not restrict your ability to browse deals or read content.
Specific & Granular: You can accept or reject each cookie category independently.
Transparent: We clearly explain the purpose, duration, and third parties involved for each cookie category.
Easy Withdrawal: You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Preferences" link in the website footer.
You can manage your cookie settings in multiple ways:
Through Our Cookie Consent Banner:
Click "Cookie Preferences" or the cookie icon at the bottom of your screen to revisit the consent banner and adjust your selections.
Through Your Browser:
Most browsers allow you to control, delete, or block cookies through settings. Follow your browser's instructions:
Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
Safari: Settings > Privacy > Manage Website Data
Edge: Settings > Privacy, Search, and Services > Clear browsing data
Browser Extensions:
You can use third-party cookie management tools or privacy extensions (e.g., Privacy Badger, Ghostery) to control cookies across websites.
Opt-Out of Specific Tracking:
Google Analytics: Visit Google's opt-out page
Facebook: Visit Facebook's ad preferences
DoubleClick/Google Ads: Visit Google's ad settings
If you disable or reject cookies, the following may occur:
Reduced Functionality: Features like saved search filters, deal bookmarking, and personalized recommendations may not work properly.
Slower Performance: We may not be able to optimize page loading speed and user experience.
Limited Personalization: You may see less relevant travel deals and recommendations.
Retargeting Limitations: You will not receive personalized advertisements on other websites.
Website Accessibility: Strictly necessary cookies cannot be disabled; you can still access and browse the website fully.
Disabling cookies does not affect your ability to view deals, read guides, or contact our support team.
Cookies alone do not identify you personally, but they can store your preferences and browsing history. Personal information (such as your name, email, or payment details) is only collected when you voluntarily provide it.
For detailed information about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information, please refer to our [Privacy Policy].
For users in the European Union and other regions covered by the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we comply with the following requirements:
Prior Consent: Non-essential cookies are not placed on your device until you provide explicit consent.
Transparency: We provide clear, accessible information about each cookie's purpose and duration.
Consent Withdrawal: You can withdraw consent and manage preferences at any time.
Proof of Consent: We maintain records of consent decisions for regulatory compliance.
Cookie Audit: We regularly review and update our cookie list to ensure accuracy.
For California residents under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), similar principles apply regarding your right to opt-out of cookie-based tracking and personalized advertising.
Users under 18 years of age should have parental or guardian permission before consenting to non-essential cookies. If you believe a minor has consented to cookies without appropriate authorization, please contact us immediately.
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our cookie practices, technology, or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by displaying a prominent notice on our website or sending an email notification.
Your continued use of GetMauritius following policy updates constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy. We recommend reviewing this policy periodically to remain informed about our cookie practices.
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy, need assistance managing your cookie preferences, or wish to report a concern, please contact:
Email: info@getmauritius.com
GetMauritius is committed to transparent cookie practices and respecting your privacy choices. We believe that informed consent and user control are essential to building trust with our community of travelers. By understanding our use of cookies, you can make informed decisions about your online privacy while enjoying a personalized GetMauritius experience.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
| session_id | GetMauritius | Maintains user login session | Session (expires when browser closes) |
| security_token | GetMauritius | Protects against cross-site request forgery (CSRF) | Session |
| site_language | GetMauritius | Remembers your language preference | 1 year |
| cookie_consent | GetMauritius | Records your cookie consent choices | 1 year |