1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that websites store on the user's device when they visit them. Their purpose is to remember user preferences, improve the browsing experience and, in certain cases, collect statistical or behavioural information.
2. Data controller
The party responsible for the installation and use of cookies on this website is Costa Gold Real Estate & Developments, with Tax ID [Costa Rican Cédula Jurídica pending], domiciled at CC Garden Plaza, Suite 7, Tamarindo, Guanacaste, Costa Rica, email info@costagoldrealestate.com.
3. Types of cookies used
| Type | Purpose | Legal basis | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technical / essential | Basic site functionality | Legitimate interest | Session |
| Analytics | Anonymous usage statistics | Consent | 13 months |
| Preferences | Remember user settings | Consent | 12 months |
| Marketing | Personalised advertising | Consent | Depends on provider |
Technical cookies do not require prior consent as they are strictly necessary for the site to function. All others are only installed if the user accepts them.
4. Third-party cookies
This website may use third-party services that install their own cookies, such as Google Analytics or Meta Pixel. These third parties act as independent data controllers. We recommend consulting their own privacy policies for more information.
5. Managing and withdrawing consent
Users may manage, block or delete cookies at any time through the preference panel available on this website or via their browser settings. Disabling non-essential cookies will not affect the basic functionality of the site.
Cookies can also be managed directly from your browser: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge and Opera have management options in their privacy and security settings.
6. International transfers
Some cookie providers may transfer data outside the European Economic Area. In such cases, these transfers are covered by the appropriate safeguards set out in the GDPR, such as the Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission.
7. Updates to this policy
This policy may be updated at any time to adapt to legal, technical or service changes. Users will be notified of relevant changes via a notice on the website or by requesting consent again where necessary.