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Cookie Policy

Last Updated: October 2026

Effective Date: October 20, 2026

1. Introduction

Villa Lisanna ("Company", "we", "our", or "us") operates the villalisanna.com website ("Site"). This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, your rights regarding cookies, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.

⚠️ Important: By accessing and using Villa Lisanna's website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. If you do not agree with our cookie practices, please disable cookies in your browser settings or do not use our website.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They allow the website to remember information about your visit, such as your preferences, login status, or browsing behavior.

Types of cookies by duration:

  • Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent Cookies: Stored on your device for a specified period (days, months, or years)

3. Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies (Functionality)

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. Without them, some features may not work correctly.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration Type
villalisanna_language Stores your language preference (EN/ES) 30 days Persistent
villalisanna_session Maintains your session on the website Session (until browser closes) Session
cookie_consent Stores your cookie consent preferences 365 days Persistent

Status: ✅ REQUIRED - These cookies CANNOT be disabled. The website will not function without them.

3.2 Analytics Cookies (Google Analytics 4)

We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to understand how visitors use our website. This helps us improve our services and user experience.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration Type
_ga Identifies unique users for analytics 2 years Persistent
_ga_[ID] Stores session and campaign information 2 years Persistent
_gid Tracks session data 24 hours Persistent

Status: 🔵 OPTIONAL - You can accept or reject these cookies. If rejected, GA4 will NOT collect data about your visit.

Google Analytics Privacy: GA4 is subject to Google's privacy policy at https://policies.google.com/privacy

4. How We Use Cookies

  • Functionality: Enable language selection, maintain sessions, remember preferences
  • Analytics: Understand visitor behavior, page popularity, user demographics, traffic sources
  • Performance: Measure website performance and detect errors
  • Security: Detect fraud and protect against attacks

5. Third-Party Cookies

We use third-party services that may place cookies on your device:

  • Google Analytics 4: Analytics platform owned by Google
  • Google Tag Manager: Tag management platform for tracking
  • Font Awesome: Icon library for website display
  • Flatpickr: Date picker for booking functionality
  • Leaflet Maps: Location mapping service

These third parties may have their own privacy policies. We are not responsible for their cookie practices. Visit their websites for their privacy policies.

6. Your Cookie Rights (GDPR, CCPA, etc.)

Depending on your location, you have certain rights regarding cookies:

6.1 GDPR (European Union, UK, EEA)

  • ✅ Right to withdraw consent at any time
  • ✅ Right to access information about cookies collected
  • ✅ Right to object to non-essential cookies
  • ✅ Right to request deletion of cookie data

6.2 CCPA (California, USA)

  • ✅ Right to know what cookies are collected
  • ✅ Right to delete cookie data
  • ✅ Right to opt-out of analytics cookies

6.3 Florida Online Privacy Protection Act (Florida, USA)

  • ✅ Right to access and request deletion of personal information
  • ✅ Right to opt-out of data collection

7. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

7.1 Using Our Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, a cookie consent banner will appear. You can:

  • [Accept All] - Accept essential AND analytics cookies
  • [Reject All] - Reject only analytics cookies (essential cookies remain)
  • [Manage Preferences] - Choose which cookies to accept individually

You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the cookie settings link at the bottom of the website.

7.2 Browser Settings

You can disable cookies in your browser settings:

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
  • Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies and other site data

⚠️ Warning: Disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality.

7.3 Opt-Out of Google Analytics

You can opt-out of Google Analytics tracking by:

  • Installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
  • Rejecting analytics cookies via our cookie consent banner
  • Using Google's Ad Settings

8. Do Not Track (DNT)

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature. Villa Lisanna respects DNT signals. If you have DNT enabled, we will not place analytics cookies on your device.

9. Cookie Security

We implement security measures to protect cookie data:

  • Cookies are encrypted where possible
  • Sensitive data is not stored in cookies
  • Session cookies use secure flags
  • Regular security audits are conducted

10. Children's Privacy

Villa Lisanna does not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If we discover cookies are being placed on a child's device, we will delete them immediately. Parents who believe their child's information has been collected should contact us immediately.

11. Updates to This Cookie Policy

Villa Lisanna may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect:

  • Changes in our cookie practices
  • New legal requirements
  • Website feature updates
  • Third-party service changes

We will notify you of material changes by updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the website after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Information

For questions about this Cookie Policy or to manage your cookie preferences:

  • Email: privacy@villalisanna.com
  • Phone: +1 941 800 0120
  • WhatsApp: +1 832 763 5760
  • Mailing Address: Villa Lisanna, Little Gasparilla Island, Boca Grande, FL 33921, USA

13. Legal Basis for Cookie Use (GDPR)

Under GDPR, our legal basis for using cookies is:

  • Essential Cookies: Legitimate Interest (necessary for website functionality)
  • Analytics Cookies: Consent (via cookie consent banner)

14. Dispute Resolution

If you have a dispute regarding our cookie practices, you may:

  • Contact us directly at the above email address
  • File a complaint with your local data protection authority (DPA)
  • Seek legal remedies through arbitration or court proceedings

Disclaimer: This Cookie Policy is for informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. For legal interpretation of cookie laws in your jurisdiction, consult with a qualified attorney.