Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 2025

Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Vale ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. 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 stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and improve your browsing experience.

How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly:

• Session management: Keep you logged in during your visit
• Security: Protect against cross-site request forgery
• Language preferences: Remember your selected language

Analytics Cookies

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website:

• Usage statistics: Pages visited, time spent, bounce rate
• Performance monitoring: Page load times and errors
• User behavior: How users navigate through our site

Note: We only use Google Analytics for basic website analytics. No other tracking services are used.

Third-Party Services

Google Maps

Our website uses Google Maps to display parking locations:

• Map functionality: Display interactive maps
• Location services: Show nearby parking spots
• Directions: Provide routing information

Stripe (Future Implementation)

When payment processing is implemented, we will use Stripe:

• Payment processing: Handle secure transactions
• Fraud prevention: Detect and prevent fraudulent activities
• Transaction history: Store payment records

Your Cookie Choices

You can control cookies through:

Browser Settings

• Accept all cookies: Allow all cookies (recommended)
• Block all cookies: Disable all cookies (may affect functionality)
• Selective blocking: Choose which types to allow

Our Cookie Banner

When you first visit our site, you can:

• Accept all: Enable all cookies for full functionality
• Reject non-essential: Only allow essential cookies
• Customize: Choose which cookie categories to enable

Managing Cookies

Browser Instructions

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

Opt-Out Links

• Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out

Data Retention

• Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent cookies: Stored for up to 2 years
• Analytics data: Retained for 26 months (Google Analytics default)

Updates to This Policy

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

Contact Us

For questions about our use of cookies:

• Email: privacy@valepark.org
• Address: Lisboa, Portugal

Your Rights

Under applicable privacy laws, you have the right to:

• Access: Request information about cookies we use
• Control: Manage your cookie preferences
• Withdraw consent: Change your cookie settings at any time
• Complain: Contact your local data protection authority

Technical Details

Cookie Categories

Category	Purpose	Duration	Examples
Essential	Website functionality	Session	Authentication, security
Analytics	Usage measurement	2 years	Google Analytics
Preferences	User settings	1 year	Language, theme

Cookie Names

• vale_session: Authentication session
• vale_lang: Language preference
• vale_consent: Cookie consent status
• _ga: Google Analytics identifier
• _gid: Google Analytics session identifier