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Cookie Policy

Last updated: September 7, 2025

Cookie Policy

Last Updated: 7/15/2025

This Cookie Policy explains how Van Mo Safaris ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website www.vanmosafaris.com. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by:

  • Remembering your preferences
  • Understanding how you use our website
  • Improving our services
  • Providing personalized content

Types of Cookies We Use

1. Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic features like:

  • Security and authentication
  • Session management
  • Access to secure areas
  • Shopping cart functionality

You cannot opt out of these cookies as they are essential for the website to work.

2. Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous information about:

  • Pages visited
  • Time spent on pages
  • Error messages encountered
  • Loading times

3. Functional Cookies

These cookies remember your choices and provide enhanced features:

  • Language preferences
  • Currency selection
  • Previously entered information
  • Customized content

4. Marketing Cookies

These cookies track your browsing habits to deliver relevant advertisements:

  • Track visits across websites
  • Show relevant ads on other sites
  • Limit ad frequency
  • Measure ad effectiveness

Third-Party Cookies

We work with third-party services that may set cookies on your device:

Analytics Services

  • Google Analytics: Helps us understand website usage
  • Hotjar: Provides heatmaps and user recordings

Social Media

  • Facebook Pixel: Enables Facebook advertising
  • Instagram: Allows content embedding
  • Twitter: Enables tweet embedding

Marketing Partners

  • Google Ads: For search advertising
  • TripAdvisor: For reviews and widgets

Cookie Duration

Cookies can be:

  • Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent Cookies: Remain for a set period (up to 2 years)

Managing Cookies

Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

  • Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
  • Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies
  • Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies
  • Edge: Settings > Privacy & Services > Cookies

Opt-Out Options

You can opt out of specific cookie categories:

Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you disable cookies:

  • Some features may not function properly
  • You may need to re-enter information
  • Preferences won't be remembered
  • You may see generic rather than personalized content

Cookies We Use

Cookie Name Purpose Type Duration
session_id Maintains user session Essential Session
auth_token Authentication Essential 7 days
preferences User preferences Functional 1 year
_ga Google Analytics Performance 2 years
_fbp Facebook Pixel Marketing 90 days

Do Not Track Signals

We currently do not respond to Do Not Track (DNT) signals. However, you can control cookies through the methods described above.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed at children under 16. We do not knowingly collect information from children through cookies.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

  • Email: privacy@vanmosafaris.com
  • Phone: +255 753 630 095
  • Address: Ohio Street Barclays House - 5th Floor, P.O.Box 80698, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

More Information

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