This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, which cookies NessTours (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses on nesstours.com, and how you can control them. For information about how we process personal data more generally, please see our Privacy Policy.
1. Who we are
NessTours is a Scotland-based tour company providing walking tours, day tours and custom tours across Scotland. We act as the “data controller” for personal data collected via this website.
- Website: nesstours.com
- Email: nestor.m.scotland@gmail.com
- Phone: +44 7724 280043
- Location: Edinburgh, Scotland (no public office address)
2. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. They are widely used to make websites work, to remember preferences, and to provide information to website owners. Cookies may be “session” cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or “persistent” cookies (stored until they expire or you delete them).
3. Why we use cookies
- Essential – to keep the site secure and functioning (e.g., load balancing, form security).
- Preferences – to remember choices such as cookie consent.
- Analytics – to understand site usage and improve performance.
- Maps & media – to display content such as Google Maps or embedded media responsibly.
4. The cookies we set
The precise cookies may vary as we improve our site, but typically include:
| Cookie | Purpose | Provider | Type & Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| cookieyes-consent / cmplz_* / moove_gdpr_popup (or similar) | Stores your cookie preferences so we respect your choices. | NessTours / Consent manager plugin | Functional, persistent (up to 12 months) |
| _ga, _gid, _gat (or GA4 equivalents) | Anonymous analytics to understand how visitors use our site. | Google Analytics | Analytics, persistent (24 hours – 24 months) |
| _GRECAPTCHA | Protects forms from spam/abuse (Google reCAPTCHA). | Essential, persistent (up to 6 months) | |
| wp_* (logged-in users only) | WordPress authentication and session management (admin only). | WordPress | Essential, session/persistent |
| MAPS / EMBEDS | Google Maps or embedded media may set additional cookies when viewed. | Google / third party | Functional/Analytics, session/persistent |
5. Third-party cookies and processors
Some cookies are set by third parties that provide services to us. These parties may process data outside the UK/EU under appropriate safeguards (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses):
- Google LLC (Analytics, Maps, reCAPTCHA) – Privacy
- Hosting provider (server logs, security). Currently 34SP.com or equivalent UK/EU host.
- Form plugins such as Forminator (submits enquiry data securely to our email).
6. Managing cookies
You can manage your cookie preferences via our on-site cookie banner. You can also block or delete cookies using your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality.
7. Legal basis
We set essential cookies under our legitimate interest in providing a secure, functional website. All non-essential cookies are used only with your consent (UK-GDPR/GDPR Art. 6(1)(a)).
8. Updates to this policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes to our cookies or legal requirements. Please check this page periodically for the latest version.
9. Contact
Questions? Contact us at nestor.m.scotland@gmail.com or call +44 7724 280043.