Cookie Policy
Last updated: February 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and understand how you use the site.
We use cookies and similar technologies (like local storage) to improve your experience on SettleInTallinn.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic features like page navigation and access to secure areas. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains your session state | Session |
| csrf_token | Security protection | Session |
Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your settings and preferences to enhance your experience on return visits.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| saved_neighborhoods | Remembers your saved comparisons | 1 year |
| map_preferences | Remembers map view settings | 1 year |
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics - throttles requests | 1 minute |
3. Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party services that set their own cookies. These include:
- Google Analytics: Helps us understand website usage patterns
- MapLibre/OpenStreetMap: Provides our interactive maps
These third parties have their own privacy policies governing their use of cookies.
4. Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to refuse or accept cookies through settings. Here are links to manage cookies in common browsers:
⚠️ Note: Blocking essential cookies may affect website functionality. Some features like saved comparisons require cookies to work.
Opt-Out Tools
For analytics cookies specifically, you can opt out using:
5. Local Storage
In addition to cookies, we use browser local storage to:
- Store your neighborhood comparison selections
- Cache map data for faster loading
- Remember your preferred map view
Local storage data remains on your device until you clear your browser data.
6. Do Not Track
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature. We currently do not respond to DNT signals, but we limit our tracking to essential analytics and do not engage in cross-site tracking.
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Toubbali OÜ
Email: privacy@settleintallinn.com
Tallinn, Estonia
See also: Privacy Policy | Terms of Service