COOKIE POLICY
Last Updated: January 15, 2026
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that websites place on your device to store information about your browsing behavior and preferences. They help websites remember your settings, improve functionality, and provide a better user experience.
When you visit the Basalt website, we use cookies to enhance site functionality, analyze traffic patterns, and understand how visitors interact with our car rental services. This policy explains what cookies we use and how you can control them.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies (Always Active)
Essential cookies are necessary for basic website functionality and cannot be disabled. These cookies enable core features such as security, network management, and accessibility.
Examples: Session management, security features, load balancing, remembering your cookie consent choice.
Analytics Cookies (Optional)
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors use our website by collecting information about page views, session duration, and navigation patterns. This data helps us improve site performance and user experience.
Examples: Google Analytics cookies tracking visitor behavior, page performance metrics, traffic sources.
Marketing Cookies (Optional)
Marketing cookies track your browsing activity across websites to deliver relevant advertisements. These cookies may be set by third-party advertising partners.
Examples: Advertising network cookies, retargeting pixels, conversion tracking.
Preference Cookies (Optional)
Preference cookies remember your settings and choices to provide a personalized experience on repeat visits.
Examples: Language preferences, region settings, display preferences.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services we use to enhance functionality and analyze traffic:
- Google Analytics: Website traffic analysis and user behavior insights
- Social Media Platforms: Sharing features and social media integration
- Advertising Networks: Targeted advertising and campaign measurement
These third parties have their own privacy policies governing how they collect and use data. We recommend reviewing their policies for more information.
Cookie Duration
Cookies can be categorized by how long they remain on your device:
- Session Cookies: Temporary cookies deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a specified period or until manually deleted
Most of our cookies are persistent and typically expire after 1-2 years. Essential cookies may remain longer to maintain security and functionality.
Managing Cookies in Your Browser
You can also manage cookies directly through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies, though this may affect website functionality.
Google Chrome
1. Click the three-dot menu icon in the top right corner
2. Select Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
3. Choose your preferred cookie settings or clear existing cookies
4. To block specific sites, add them to the "Sites that can never use cookies" list
Mozilla Firefox
1. Click the menu icon and select Settings
2. Navigate to Privacy & Security in the left sidebar
3. Under "Cookies and Site Data," adjust your preferences
4. Click "Manage Data" to view and delete specific cookies
Safari
1. Open Safari Preferences from the Safari menu
2. Click on the Privacy tab
3. Adjust "Block all cookies" settings as preferred
4. Click "Manage Website Data" to view and remove cookies
Microsoft Edge
1. Click the three-dot menu and select Settings
2. Navigate to Cookies and site permissions
3. Click "Manage and delete cookies and site data"
4. Choose to block or allow cookies, or clear existing data
Note: Mobile browser cookie management follows similar steps but may vary by device and operating system. Consult your mobile browser's help documentation for specific instructions.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Withdraw your consent to optional cookies at any time
- Access information about cookies stored on your device
- Understand how cookies are being used
- Contact us with questions about our cookie practices
Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality and your user experience. Essential features may not work properly if required cookies are blocked through browser settings.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our cookie policy or how we use cookies, please contact:
Basalt Privacy Team
Email: [email protected]
Address: 71, Chongqing South Road, Section 1, Zhongzheng District, Taipei 100, Taiwan