Cookie Policy

Understanding how we use cookies to enhance your experience

Cookie Policy

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit our website. They help us recognize you, remember your preferences, and improve your browsing experience. Cookies are a standard part of how websites function and are widely used across the internet.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies (Required)

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable you to navigate our site and use essential features such as accessing secure areas and processing your bookings. Without these cookies, certain services cannot be provided.

  • Session cookies for maintaining your login
  • Security cookies to prevent fraud
  • Functionality cookies to remember your preferences

Analytics Cookies (Optional)

These cookies help us understand how you interact with our website. We use Google Analytics to track visitor behavior, which helps us improve our website content and layout. These cookies are anonymous and do not store personally identifiable information.

  • Tracking visitor numbers and behavior
  • Identifying which pages are most popular
  • Understanding how visitors navigate our site

Marketing Cookies (Optional)

These cookies are used to track your browsing behavior across our website to serve you with targeted advertisements on other websites. We may use these to promote our special offers and events.

  • Facebook Pixel for retargeting
  • Google Ads for targeted promotions
  • Third-party advertising partners

Cookie Details Table

Important: Analytics and Marketing cookies are only activated if you explicitly accept them through our cookie consent banner.

How to Control Cookies

4.1 Through Our Banner

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can:

  • Accept All: Accept all cookies including analytics and marketing
  • Decline: Decline all non-essential cookies
  • Change your preferences anytime by clicking the cookie settings link

4.2 Browser Settings

You can disable or manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

  • View cookies and their details
  • Delete cookies from your device
  • Disable cookies entirely (not recommended as it may affect site functionality)
  • Set preferences for specific websites

For instructions on how to manage cookies in your specific browser, please visit:

Third-Party Cookies

We may allow third-party service providers to place cookies on your device. These include:

  • Google Analytics: For website traffic analysis
  • Facebook: For social media integration and marketing
  • Booking Platforms: To facilitate reservations
  • Payment Processors: To securely process payments

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party providers. Please review their privacy policies independently.

Do Not Track (DNT)

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature. Our website currently does not respond to DNT signals, but you can use your browser settings to control cookies as described above.

EU/GDPR Compliance

For visitors from the European Union, we comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). We:

  • Obtain explicit consent before placing non-essential cookies
  • Provide clear information about cookie usage
  • Allow easy opt-out of non-essential cookies
  • Respect your right to access, delete, and modify personal data

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about our cookie practices or this policy, please contact us:

Hotel du Lac
Cotonou, Benin
Email: info@hoteledulac-benin.com

Your privacy is important to us. We are committed to being transparent about how we use cookies and protecting your personal information.

Last Updated: January 17, 2026

This Cookie Policy is part of our Privacy Policy. Privacy Policy.