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This safari website cookie policy explains how RYDER Signature uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on rydersignature.com. We believe in transparency regarding data collection, so this policy describes exactly what each cookie does, why we use it, and how you can control it. Your consent is obtained through our cookie banner before any non-essential cookies are placed on your device.

Section 01

What Are Cookies?

1.1 The Basics

Cookies are small text files that websites place on your device when you visit them. These files allow the website to recognise your device on subsequent visits and remember choices you have made. Cookies serve a range of purposes from essential website operation to analytics and targeted advertising.

Cookies cannot run programs, transmit viruses, or access other data on your device. They typically contain only information you have provided or choices you have made while using a website. Cookies identify your browser and device, but do not identify you personally unless you have provided identifying information directly.

1.2 Cookie Types by Duration and Source

By duration: Session cookies exist only while you are actively browsing and are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a defined period or until you delete them, allowing preferences and settings to be remembered across visits.

By source: First-party cookies are placed directly by RYDER Signature and we control the data they collect. Third-party cookies are placed by external services integrated into our website — such as analytics providers — and may collect data according to their own privacy policies.

1.3 Similar Tracking Technologies

We may also use these technologies alongside cookies:

  • Pixels (Web Beacons) Small invisible images embedded in web pages or emails that track whether content has been viewed. Used to measure engagement and campaign effectiveness.
  • Local Storage Browser storage that functions similarly to cookies but can hold larger amounts of data. Typically persists until explicitly cleared by the user or the site.
  • Session Storage Similar to local storage but cleared automatically when the browser session ends. Used to support functionality during your active visit only.

Section 02

How We Use Cookies

We use four categories of cookies on rydersignature.com. The category determines both their purpose and whether your prior consent is required before they are placed.

Essential

Strictly Necessary

Required for the website to function. Without them, core features such as page navigation, secure forms, and session continuity would not work. These cookies are placed without requiring prior consent as they are technically essential to operate the site.

Duration: Session or up to 24 hours
Functional

Functional Cookies

Enable enhanced features and personalisation that improve your experience — remembering language preferences, currency settings, and recently viewed destinations. Declining functional cookies may limit some website features.

Duration: Up to 12 months
Analytics

Analytics Cookies

Collect anonymised data about how visitors use our website — which pages are popular, how people navigate, and where the experience can be improved. We use Google Analytics 4 with IP anonymisation enabled. Data is aggregated and does not identify individuals.

Duration: Up to 26 months
Marketing

Marketing Cookies

Track activity to deliver relevant advertising on other platforms and measure campaign effectiveness. May share anonymised data with advertising partners. You can decline marketing cookies without affecting essential website functionality or your ability to make a booking enquiry.

Duration: Up to 24 months

Section 03

Third-Party Cookies and Services

Our website integrates third-party services that may place their own cookies. We do not control these cookies and their use is governed by the respective third party's privacy policy. We carefully select partners who demonstrate a commitment to privacy compliance.

  • Google Analytics 4 Provides website traffic analysis and user behaviour insights with IP anonymisation. Google's use of analytics data is governed by the Google Privacy Policy. You can opt out using the Google Analytics browser add-on.
  • Google Tag Manager Manages website tags and tracking scripts. Google Tag Manager itself does not collect personal data but facilitates the operation of other tracking services present on the site.
  • Facebook Pixel Measures advertising effectiveness and enables targeted advertising on Facebook and Instagram platforms. You can control advertising preferences through your Facebook Ad Preferences.
  • Social Media Plugins Social sharing buttons may allow platforms to identify your presence on our website. Interaction with these buttons is subject to the respective platform's privacy policy.

3.1 Third-Party Privacy Policies

Section 04

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

4.1 Our Consent Banner

When you first visit rydersignature.com, a cookie consent banner will appear. No non-essential cookies are placed before you make a choice. You can update your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the website footer.

4.2 Browser Cookie Controls

Most browsers allow you to control cookies through settings. Blocking all cookies may prevent some essential website features from working.

Google Chrome

Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data

Mozilla Firefox

Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data

Safari

Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data

Microsoft Edge

Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data

4.3 Advertising Opt-Out Tools

These tools allow you to opt out of behavioural advertising and tracking across multiple websites simultaneously:

4.4 Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers send "Do Not Track" (DNT) signals to websites requesting not to be tracked. There is currently no universal technical standard for responding to DNT signals. Where we detect a DNT signal, we treat it as equivalent to declining non-essential cookies and will apply that preference to your session.

Section 05

Full Cookie List

The following tables document the specific cookies used on rydersignature.com. This list is reviewed and updated periodically as our technology evolves. Third-party services may set additional cookies during operation.

Cookie Name Provider Purpose Duration
session_id RYDER Signature Maintains user session state across page navigation Session
csrf_token RYDER Signature Protects against cross-site request forgery attacks Session
cookie_consent RYDER Signature Stores your cookie preference choices 12 months
load_balancer RYDER Signature Ensures reliable performance across server instances Session
__cf_bm Cloudflare Bot detection and automated threat protection 30 minutes
Cookie Name Provider Purpose Duration
preferred_language RYDER Signature Remembers your language preference 12 months
currency_setting RYDER Signature Stores preferred currency for pricing display 12 months
recent_destinations RYDER Signature Retains recently viewed destinations and itineraries 30 days
form_data RYDER Signature Temporarily stores form entries to prevent re-typing Session
Cookie Name Provider Purpose Duration
_ga Google Analytics 4 Distinguishes users; core GA4 tracking cookie 2 years
_ga_[ID] Google Analytics 4 Maintains session state for GA4 measurement 2 years
_gid Google Analytics 4 Distinguishes users within a 24-hour window 24 hours
_gat Google (Legacy) Request throttling for Universal Analytics ⚠ Legacy / deprecated — UA was sunset July 2023. Verify this cookie is not present in your GA4 implementation and remove from this table if absent. 1 minute
Cookie Name Provider Purpose Duration
_fbp Meta (Facebook) Identifies browsers for Facebook advertising delivery 3 months
fr Meta (Facebook) Advertising delivery and measurement on Facebook platforms 3 months
_gcl_au Google Conversion tracking for Google Ads campaigns 3 months

Keep This List Current

This cookie list should be audited whenever new third-party integrations are added to the website. Tools such as Cookiebot or OneTrust can scan rydersignature.com and automatically generate an up-to-date cookie inventory for this page.

Section 06

International Visitors

6.1 GDPR Compliance (EEA and UK Visitors)

For visitors from the European Economic Area or United Kingdom, we comply with GDPR requirements regarding cookies. We obtain explicit opt-in consent before placing any non-essential cookies. You may withdraw consent at any time through our cookie settings, and withdrawal will take effect on your next visit. Your consent choices are stored in the cookie_consent cookie for 12 months.

6.2 Other Jurisdictions

Cookie regulations vary by country. We strive to respect applicable requirements wherever you access our website. Our consent mechanism is designed to accommodate varying regulatory frameworks. If you have questions about how our practices apply to your specific jurisdiction, please contact us directly.

Section 07

Changes to This Policy

We may update this cookie policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable regulations. Updated versions will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Significant changes may be communicated through a website notice or direct email to registered users.

The "Last Reviewed" date in the document header above indicates when this policy was most recently assessed. We recommend periodic review to stay informed about our cookie practices.

Section 08

Questions and Contact

If you have questions about this safari website cookie policy or our use of tracking technologies, please contact us. We welcome feedback about our cookie practices and will respond to all inquiries within five (5) business days.

Privacy and Cookie Enquiries

Telephone

+255 784 759 796

Registered Office

RYDER Signature
Moshi, Kilimanjaro, Tanzania