Cookie Policy
Last updated: 12 May 2025
This policy explains what cookies are, which cookies the homevaledas website uses, why we use them, and how you can control them. We aim to keep our use of cookies simple and clearly explained.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that a website stores on your device when you visit. They help the website remember information about your visit, such as your language preference or whether you have accepted the cookie notice. Cookies do not give us access to your device, and they cannot carry viruses.
2. What We Store in Your Browser
We use browser local storage (a technology similar to cookies) to remember your cookie consent choice. We also set a small number of third-party cookies through the services listed below. Here is a plain summary:
| Name / Source | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| hv_cookie_consent homevaledas (local storage) |
Essential | Records whether you have accepted or declined optional cookies so we do not ask again. | Until you clear browser storage |
| _ga, _ga_* Google Analytics |
Analytics (optional) | Helps us understand how visitors use the site — which pages are visited, how long sessions last, and how visitors arrive. All data is aggregated and anonymised. | Up to 14 months |
| _gid Google Analytics |
Analytics (optional) | Distinguishes users for the current session to support session-level analytics. | 24 hours |
| Google Maps embed Google Maps |
Functional (optional) | Used on our home page to display our location on an embedded map. Google may set its own cookies when the map loads. | Varies — set by Google |
We do not use cookies for advertising, retargeting, or any form of behavioural profiling.
3. Types of Cookie We Use
Essential (always active)
These are required for the website to function correctly. They remember your cookie preference so we do not show you the cookie notice on every page. You cannot opt out of essential storage without also disabling the website's basic functionality.
Analytics (consent required)
These help us measure how the website is used so we can improve it. All data collected through analytics cookies is aggregated — we cannot identify you individually from it. Analytics cookies are only placed after you accept them via the cookie notice on our home page.
Functional (consent required)
Our embedded Google Map on the home page may set functional cookies when it loads. These are set by Google, not homevaledas. If you prefer not to accept these, you can decline optional cookies and the map will still display, though some Google features may behave differently.
4. Your Choices
You have several ways to control cookies:
Via our cookie notice
When you first visit our home page, a notice will appear asking you to accept or decline optional cookies. Your choice is remembered in your browser's local storage. You can change your preference at any time by clearing your browser's local storage (see below).
Via your browser settings
Most browsers allow you to view, manage, and delete cookies directly. Here are links to the cookie settings pages for common browsers:
- Google Chrome — Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox — Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Apple Safari — Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Microsoft Edge — Settings → Cookies and site permissions
Please note that deleting or blocking all cookies may affect the functionality of this and other websites you visit.
Via Google Analytics opt-out
You can also prevent Google Analytics from collecting data about your visits across all websites by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on, available at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
5. Third-Party Services
Our website uses two third-party services that may set cookies:
- Google Analytics — for website usage statistics. View Google's privacy policy at policies.google.com/privacy.
- Google Maps — for displaying our location. Subject to Google's own terms and cookie practices.
We do not use any advertising networks, social media tracking pixels, or affiliate tracking cookies.
6. Legal Basis
We place essential storage on the basis of legitimate interest (enabling the website to function). We place analytics and functional cookies only with your consent, in line with Thailand's Personal Data Protection Act B.E. 2562 (PDPA) and good practice guidance on electronic communications privacy.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this cookie policy from time to time to reflect changes to our use of cookies or for other operational or legal reasons. When we update it, the "Last updated" date at the top will change. We recommend revisiting this page periodically.
Questions About Cookies
If you have any questions about how we use cookies, please get in touch:
+66 53 245 178
90 Charoenmuang Road, Wat Ket, Chiang Mai 50000, Thailand