Cookie Policy

TABACS exp. 108 - Official Tobacco Shop

Important: This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies on our website. We will only set non-essential cookies after you have given us your explicit consent through our cookie banner. Essential cookies that are necessary for the website to function are set automatically, but all other cookies require your active consent.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit our website. They help us make our website work more efficiently and provide information about how you use our site.

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several purposes:

  • Essential Website Functions: To ensure our website works properly and securely
  • User Preferences: To remember your language choice and other preferences
  • Interactive Features: To provide features like our interactive map showing our tobacco shop location
  • Website Analytics: To understand how visitors use our website so we can improve it
  • Cookie Consent Management: To remember your cookie preferences

2.1 Our Consent Model - No Implied Consent

Explicit Consent Required: We do not use any "implied consent" model. Simply browsing our website does not constitute consent to non-essential cookies. We only set optional cookies after you have explicitly clicked "Accept All" or customized your preferences and clicked "Save Settings" in our cookie banner.

What this means for you:

  • No tracking by default: We do not set any analytics, advertising, or third-party cookies until you actively consent
  • Clear choice: You can accept all, reject all, or customize which categories of cookies you allow
  • Easy withdrawal: You can change your mind and withdraw consent at any time using the "Cookie Settings" link in our footer
  • No penalty: Our website works fully even if you reject all non-essential cookies

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for our website to function properly. They cannot be disabled as they are necessary for basic website functionality and security.

Cookie Name Purpose Expiry Domain
tabacs_cookie_consent Stores your cookie consent preferences to comply with GDPR requirements 1 year Our website
preferredLanguage Remembers your language preference (Spanish, English, French, German, Dutch) Persistent Our website
ageVerified Stores confirmation that you have verified your age (required for tobacco-related sites) Session only Our website

3.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.

Cookie Name Purpose Expiry Domain
user_preferences Stores user interface preferences and settings 6 months Our website

3.3 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website.

Cookie Name Purpose Expiry Domain
_ga Google Analytics - Distinguishes unique users and sessions 2 years .google.com
_gid Google Analytics - Distinguishes unique users for 24 hours 24 hours .google.com
_ga_* Google Analytics - Property-specific analytics data 2 years .google.com

3.4 Third-Party Cookies

These cookies are set by third-party services that appear on our website, such as embedded maps, videos, or social media content.

Cookie Name Purpose Expiry Domain
NID Google services - Stores preferences and personalization 6 months .google.com
SID, APISID, HSID Google services - Authentication and security 2 years .google.com
Various Google Maps cookies Required for displaying interactive maps, saving zoom preferences, and location services Various (session to 2 years) .google.com

4. Google Maps Integration

Our website includes an interactive Google Maps feature to help you locate our tobacco shop. This map integration is provided by Google Inc. and is considered a third-party service.

How Google Maps Works on Our Site:

  • Blocked by default: The map will NOT load automatically when you visit our website
  • Requires consent: The map only becomes active after you explicitly consent to "Third-Party Cookies" in our cookie banner
  • Placeholder shown: If you decline third-party cookies, you'll see our address information with a link to open Google Maps in a new tab (this link doesn't set cookies)
  • Full functionality: Once you consent, the embedded map provides interactive features like zoom, street view, and directions

Data Processing: When you interact with or allow the map to load, Google may set various cookies for:

  • Displaying the interactive map
  • Remembering your map preferences (zoom level, map type)
  • Providing location services and directions
  • Google's own analytics and potential advertising purposes

International Data Transfers: Google Maps may transfer your data to servers in the United States and other countries outside the European Economic Area, in accordance with Google's privacy policy and data transfer safeguards.

For more information about how Google uses data, please visit:

  • Google Privacy Policy
  • How Google Uses Cookies
  • Google Maps Privacy Information

4.1 Google Analytics Implementation

We use Google Analytics to help us understand how visitors use our website so we can improve it. Google Analytics collects information anonymously and reports website trends without identifying individual visitors.

Privacy Measures: Our Google Analytics implementation includes:

  • IP address anonymization to protect visitor privacy
  • Data retention limits (26 months maximum)
  • No personally identifiable information (PII) collection
  • Compliance with Google's data processing terms

Data Processing: Google Analytics data may be processed in the United States and other countries outside the European Economic Area. This processing is governed by:

  • Google's GDPR compliance measures
  • Standard Contractual Clauses for international data transfers
  • Your explicit consent to analytics cookies

For more information about Google Analytics privacy practices, visit:

  • Google Analytics Privacy Safeguards
  • How Google Uses Information from Sites that Use Our Services

5. Your Cookie Choices and Rights

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other privacy laws, you have several rights regarding cookies:

5.1 Consent Management

  • Initial Consent: When you first visit our website, we ask for your explicit consent before setting non-essential cookies
  • Granular Control: You can choose which categories of cookies to accept or reject
  • Easy Withdrawal: You can change or withdraw your consent at any time

Manage Your Cookie Preferences

You can change your cookie settings at any time by clicking the button below:

5.2 Browser Settings

You can also control cookies through your browser settings. However, please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:

  • Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
  • Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data

6. Data Transfers

Some of the third-party services we use (particularly Google services) may transfer your data outside the European Economic Area (EEA). These transfers are made in accordance with applicable data protection laws and are covered by:

  • Adequacy decisions by the European Commission
  • Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission
  • Other appropriate safeguards as required by GDPR

7. Record Keeping

In compliance with GDPR requirements, we maintain records of your consent including:

  • What consent was given
  • When consent was given
  • How consent was obtained
  • When consent was withdrawn (if applicable)

This information is stored securely and used only for compliance purposes.

8. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will:

  • Update the "Last Updated" date at the bottom of this page
  • Notify you through our website or other appropriate means if required by law
  • Request new consent if required for any new cookie uses

8.1 GDPR & ePrivacy Compliance Summary

Our Commitment to Privacy Compliance

This Cookie Policy and our website implementation have been designed to meet the requirements of the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the ePrivacy Directive. Here's how we ensure compliance:

✅ Explicit Consent Only:

  • No cookies are set before you make a choice (except essential ones)
  • We do not use "implied consent" or assume consent from continued browsing
  • You must actively click "Accept" or customize your preferences

✅ Granular Control:

  • Strictly necessary cookies are clearly identified and cannot be disabled
  • All other cookies require your explicit consent
  • You can accept all, reject all, or choose specific categories

✅ Easy Withdrawal:

  • "Cookie Settings" link available in website footer at all times
  • Withdrawing consent is as easy as giving it
  • Website continues to function fully even if you reject all non-essential cookies

✅ Complete Transparency:

  • Detailed cookie tables showing name, purpose, expiry, and domain
  • Clear explanation of all third-party services (Google Analytics, Google Maps)
  • Direct links to third-party privacy policies
  • Information about international data transfers

✅ Technical Implementation:

  • Google Analytics completely blocked until consent given
  • Google Maps shows placeholder until consent given
  • Consent preferences stored and respected across all pages
  • No tracking scripts loaded without explicit user action

9. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:

TABACS exp. 108
Address: Carrer d'Acapulco, 4, 07610 Platja de Palma, Illes Balears, Spain
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +34 971 26 88 18

For data protection inquiries, you also have the right to contact your local data protection authority.

10. Additional Resources

For more information about cookies and your privacy rights:

  • European Commission - Data Protection
  • All About Cookies
  • Your Online Choices (EU)

Last Updated: January 20, 2025

This Cookie Policy is effective as of the date listed above.