Section 1 Introduction
GoaThrills ("we", "our", "us") is a Goa-based Destination Management Company (DMC) providing Goa tour packages, activities, cruises, stays, transfers and B2B travel services. Our registered office is located at Office No. 6, 21/6, Holiday Beach Street, Khobra Vaddo, Calangute, Goa 403516.
This Cookie Policy applies to all visitors of goathrills.com, whether you browse Goa tour packages, enquire about Goa family packages, book activities or explore B2B partnerships.
By continuing to use our website, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy. Where required by law, we obtain your explicit consent before placing non-essential cookies.
Section 2 What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet or smartphone) when you visit a website. They help the website remember your actions and preferences over time, so you do not have to re-enter them every time you browse or return.
Cookies on goathrills.com help us:
- Keep your session active while you browse Goa tour packages.
- Remember your preferences such as language and region.
- Understand which pages and packages interest travellers.
- Improve website speed, security and user experience.
- Show relevant Goa travel offers and remarketing ads (with consent).
Section 3 Types of Cookies We Use
GoaThrills uses four types of cookies on our website. Each serves a specific purpose and has a different consent requirement.
Section 4 First-Party vs Third-Party Cookies
Cookies on our website are either set by us (first-party) or by trusted external services (third-party).
Set directly by goathrills.com. Used for essential functionality, session management and basic analytics.
Set by external services such as Google Analytics, WhatsApp widgets, social media embeds and payment gateways.
Common third-party cookies you may encounter on our site include:
| Provider | Purpose | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics | Website traffic analysis | Analytics |
| Google Ads | Remarketing & conversion tracking | Marketing |
| Meta (Facebook / Instagram) | Social sharing & remarketing | Marketing |
| WhatsApp Business Widget | Chat integration | Functional |
| Payment Gateways | Secure payment processing | Essential |
Section 5 Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You are in full control of your cookie preferences. You can manage them in the following ways:
- Cookie Consent Banner | When you first visit our website, you can accept or reject non-essential cookies.
- Browser Settings | Configure your browser to block, delete or alert you about cookies at any time.
- Third-Party Opt-Outs | Opt out of Google Analytics and Google Ads through Google Ad Settings. Opt out of Facebook/Instagram through your Meta account settings.
- Contact Us | Reach out to info@goathrills.com for any specific cookie or data preferences.
Section 6 How to Disable Cookies
Every major browser allows you to control cookies. Here is how to disable or clear cookies in popular browsers:
- Google Chrome | Settings | Privacy and Security | Clear Browsing Data or Manage Cookies.
- Safari | Preferences | Privacy | Manage Website Data.
- Firefox | Settings | Privacy & Security | Cookies and Site Data.
- Microsoft Edge | Settings | Cookies and Site Permissions | Manage and Delete Cookies.
- Opera | Settings | Privacy & Security | Cookies.
Section 7 Consent & Legal Compliance
GoaThrills uses cookies in full compliance with:
- EU GDPR | General Data Protection Regulation for users in the European Union.
- India DPDP Act 2023 | Digital Personal Data Protection Act for users in India.
- UK GDPR | Data Protection Act for users in the United Kingdom.
- ePrivacy Directive | EU regulations on electronic communications.
We obtain explicit consent for all non-essential cookies. You can withdraw consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings or by contacting us. Withdrawal does not affect the lawfulness of processing before withdrawal.
For full details on how we handle your personal data, see our Privacy Policy.
Section 8 Changes to This Cookie Policy
GoaThrills reserves the right to update, modify or replace this Cookie Policy at any time. The latest version will always be published on this page with the updated date.
We recommend reviewing this page periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies. Significant changes may be communicated via a website notice or consent banner refresh.
Section 9 Frequently Asked Questions
Below are answers to the most common questions about cookies on the GoaThrills website.
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit goathrills.com to browse Goa tour packages, Goa family packages, Goa couple packages or any other service. They help the website remember your preferences, keep your session active, understand traffic patterns and show relevant offers.
GoaThrills uses four types of cookies: essential cookies (required for the website to function), analytics cookies (to understand how travellers browse Goa tour packages), functional cookies (to remember your preferences) and marketing cookies (to show relevant offers with your consent).
Yes. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings at any time. Disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality and may prevent some features from working properly, but you can still browse and enquire about Goa tour packages.
No. GoaThrills never sells cookie data or personal data to third parties. Analytics and marketing cookies used on our website are governed by third-party privacy policies such as Google Analytics, and only shared under strict data processing agreements.
Session cookies are deleted automatically when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a fixed period, typically 30 days to 24 months, depending on their purpose. You can delete persistent cookies at any time through your browser settings.
Yes, with your consent, GoaThrills may use marketing cookies for remarketing ads on Google, Facebook, Instagram and other platforms. These cookies help us show relevant Goa tour package offers to travellers who have shown interest. You can opt out by disabling marketing cookies in your browser.
First-party cookies are set directly by goathrills.com and used for essential website functions and analytics. Third-party cookies are set by external services such as Google Analytics, WhatsApp widgets and social media embeds to enable analytics, sharing and advertising features.
You can clear cookies from your browser settings. In Chrome, go to Settings > Privacy and Security > Clear Browsing Data. In Safari, go to Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data. In Firefox, go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data. Steps vary slightly between browsers and devices.
Yes. GoaThrills uses cookies in compliance with the EU GDPR and India Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023 (DPDP Act). We obtain consent for non-essential cookies and provide clear options to manage your preferences at any time.
For any cookie-related questions, contact us at info@goathrills.com or WhatsApp us at +91 81779 09198. Our team responds to all cookie and data protection queries within 30 days.
Section 10 Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, want to withdraw consent or need help managing cookies, please reach out to us.
GoaThrills | Cookie & Privacy Team
We are committed to full transparency about how we use cookies and protect your browsing data when you explore Goa tour packages and services on our website.