Last updated: 2 September 2026. This page explains the cookies and similar technologies (local storage, pixels) that SchengenStay.EU uses, what each is for, roughly how long it lasts, and how to control them. It supplements our Privacy Policy.
What cookies are
Cookies are small text files a site stores in your browser. "Local storage" is a related mechanism for keeping small amounts of data on your device. Both can be first-party (set by this site) or third-party (set by a service the page loads, such as an ad network).
Categories we use
1. Strictly necessary
Required for the site to work and to remember your privacy choices. These are always active and do not need consent.
| Name | Set by | Purpose | Lifetime |
|---|---|---|---|
schengen_calc_state (local storage) | This site | Remembers the trips and settings you entered in the calculator, on your device only | Until you Reset or clear site data |
site_lang (local storage) | This site | Remembers your language choice | Until cleared |
| CookiesMan consent record | CookiesMan | Stores whether you accepted or rejected non-essential cookies | Up to 12 months |
2. Analytics
Help us understand aggregate, de-identified usage. Loaded only with your consent where consent is required.
| Name (typical) | Set by | Purpose | Lifetime |
|---|---|---|---|
_ga, _ga_* | Google Analytics 4 | Distinguishes visitors and sessions for aggregate reporting | Up to 24 months |
3. Advertising
If advertising is enabled, ad partners (potentially including Google AdSense) may set cookies to select, cap, and measure ads, and in some setups to personalise them. These load only with your consent where consent is required. Names and lifetimes are determined by each partner; Google's are described in Google's cookie documentation.
Managing cookies
- Consent banner: use the CookiesMan banner (reopen it from its on-screen control) to change your accept/reject choice at any time.
- Browser settings: all major browsers let you block or delete cookies and clear local storage. Blocking strictly necessary items may break parts of the site (for example, the calculator will forget your trips).
- Personalised ads: opt out via Google Ad Settings and Your Online Choices.
Changes
As the site's services change, the cookies listed here may change too. We will update this page and its "last updated" date accordingly.