Cookie Policy
Last updated: 26 June 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how TheIslandsConnect.com (“TIC”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website.
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help sites remember preferences, keep you signed in, and understand how pages are used. Similar technologies include local storage and session identifiers.
2. How we use cookies
| Type | Purpose | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Strictly necessary | Authentication, security, load balancing, session continuity | Sign-in session cookies (`tic_user_session`, `tic_admin_session`) |
| Functional | Remember choices and improve usability | Assistant panel state, form preferences |
| Analytics (if enabled) | Understand traffic and improve the Platform | Aggregated visit metrics |
3. Third-party cookies
Third parties (such as hosting, analytics, or embedded media providers) may set cookies when you interact with their content linked from listings (for example, external photo or video hosts). TIC does not control third-party cookies; review those providers' policies.
4. Managing cookies
You can block or delete cookies through your browser settings. Blocking strictly necessary cookies may prevent sign-in and core features from working. For guidance, see your browser help documentation (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge).
5. Retention
Session cookies expire when you close the browser or after the session timeout configured on our servers. Persistent cookies, if used, expire according to their individual settings or when you delete them.
6. Updates
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. See our Privacy Policy for broader data practices.
7. Contact
Questions: privacy@theislandsconnect.com