Last updated: 21 October 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how BOXTOURS, LDA (NIPC 515931900) uses cookies and similar technologies on boxtours.pt. For more information on how we handle personal data, see our Privacy Policy.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They allow the website to work properly, remember your choices and, if you agree, help us understand how it is used.
How we use cookies
Strictly necessary cookies are essential for the website to work (for example, the booking cart, language choice and remembering your cookie preferences). They do not require consent and cannot be switched off.
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors use the website so we can improve it. They are only set if you click “Accept all” or enable them in the cookie settings. If you reject them, no analytics cookies are used.
Strictly necessary cookies
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| bx_consent | Boxtours | Stores your cookie choices | 6 months |
| pll_language | Boxtours (Polylang) | Remembers the language you chose (EN/PT) | 1 year |
| woocommerce_cart_hash, woocommerce_items_in_cart, wp_woocommerce_session_* | Boxtours (WooCommerce) | Keep your booking cart working | Session / 2 days |
| wordpress_*, wordpress_logged_in_*, wordpress_test_cookie | Boxtours (WordPress) | Login to “My account” and security | Session |
| __stripe_mid, __stripe_sid | Stripe | Fraud prevention during card payment | 1 year / 30 minutes |
Analytics cookies (only with your consent)
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes visitors to produce usage statistics | 2 years |
| _ga_MDGD4M8XW8 | Google Analytics | Keeps the session state for statistics | 2 years |
| _hjSessionUser_* | Hotjar | Identifies the visitor across visits for usage analysis | 1 year |
| _hjSession_* | Hotjar | Keeps the current session data for usage analysis | 30 minutes |
Google and Hotjar may process data outside the European Economic Area under the safeguards described in our Privacy Policy. More information: Google privacy policy · Hotjar privacy policy.
Third-party content
The website uses fonts provided by Google Fonts and links to external services (WhatsApp, Google Maps, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn). When you follow these links, the respective providers apply their own cookie policies.
How to change your choices
You can change or withdraw your consent at any time by clicking Cookie settings (also available at the bottom of every page). You can also delete or block cookies in your browser settings; blocking necessary cookies may prevent parts of the website, such as bookings, from working.
Contact
For any questions about this policy, contact us at info@boxtours.pt.