Cookies are small data files set up in Your computer by a web server, via Your browser. Web sites use cookies to recognize You when a connection is established between Your browser and the server. Cookies are designed to make a web site more convenient to use for its visitors. There are four types of cookies classified according to their purpose of use: Session Cookies, Performance Cookies, Functional Cookies, and Advertisements and Third-Party Cookies. We use session cookies and persistent cookies on the online channels. Session cookies are temporary cookies which are stored in the user’s browser until they exit online channels. Persistent cookies are stored in the user’s browser until the user deletes them. The lifetime of cookies may vary depending on the user’s browser settings.
Cookie Type | Cookie Function |
Session Cookies | This type of cookie is necessary so that the online channels functions properly. These cookies ensure that the online channels can be visited and its features can be utilized. Session cookies are used to transfer information between the various pages of the online channels and to avoid users having to enter information multiple times. |
Performance Cookies | Use of these cookies allows the owner of the page to gather information, such as the frequency of visits to pages, related error messages (if available), the time users spend on the pages, and how they navigate through the online channels. This information can be used to improve the performance of the online channels. |
Functional Cookies | These cookies recognize selections made by the user (selected city, flight date, etc.), making the user's visit to the site more convenient. They also provide users with advanced web features. |
Advertisements and Third-Party Cookies | The online channels use cookies from third-party suppliers so that it can incorporate certain functions (e.g. cookies formed by social media sharing tools on flight points and promotional pages). The online channels also use cookies from companies carrying out advertisement follow-ups on the online channels. |
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