Cookie Policy
Last updated: October 8, 2025
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our site.
How We Use Cookies
Where To Rum uses cookies for several purposes:
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They enable basic features like:
- Remembering your search preferences and filters
- Maintaining your session as you navigate the site
- Providing secure access to admin areas
- Preventing spam and security threats
Analytics Cookies
We use Vercel Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. These cookies help us:
- Count the number of visitors to our site
- Understand which pages are most popular
- See how visitors move through our site
- Identify and fix technical issues
Performance Cookies
These cookies help us improve website performance by:
- Loading content more efficiently
- Remembering your location for relevant listings
- Optimizing search results
Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Session ID | Maintains your session across pages | Session only |
| Search Preferences | Remembers your search filters and preferences | 30 days |
| Vercel Analytics (_va) | Privacy-friendly website analytics and usage tracking | 7 days |
| Admin Authentication | Secure admin panel access | 7 days |
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Browser Settings
You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies only
- Delete cookies when you close your browser
- Get notified when websites set cookies
Browser-Specific Instructions
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
Privacy-First Analytics
We use Vercel Analytics, which is designed to be privacy-friendly and compliant with privacy regulations. Vercel Analytics does not use persistent cookies, does not track users across sites, and anonymizes visitor data. You can learn more about Vercel's privacy practices.
Impact of Disabling Cookies
Please note that disabling cookies may affect your experience on our website:
- You may need to re-enter search preferences each visit
- Some features may not work as intended
- We won't be able to remember your location preferences
- Admin users will need to sign in more frequently
Third-Party Services
Our website uses the following third-party services that may set cookies:
- Vercel Analytics: Privacy-friendly website analytics and performance monitoring
- Cloudinary: Image optimization and delivery
- Vercel: Website hosting and performance optimization
These services have their own privacy policies and cookie practices. We recommend reviewing their policies for more information.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us through our contact page or review our Privacy Policy.