Cookie Policy

Fine & Country Algarve – How we use cookies on our website

This Cookie Policy explains how Fine & Country Algarve (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies to recognise you when you visit our website. It describes what these technologies are, why we use them, and how you can control their usage.

This policy complies with the EU ePrivacy Directive and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

1.What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to ensure websites function correctly, to enhance the user experience, and to provide useful data to website owners.

2.Why do we use cookies?

We use cookies for several purposes, including:

Ensuring our website operates efficiently
Enhancing site security and performance
Understanding how visitors interact with our content
Personalising your experience
Improving our marketing and services

Some cookies are essential to the operation of the site, while others help us refine and optimise your experience.

3.Types of cookies we use

We use the following categories of cookies:

a. Essential cookies
These are required for the website to function and cannot be disabled in our systems. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling out forms.

b. Analytical/performance cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use the website by collecting aggregated, anonymous data. This information allows us to measure and improve site performance.

c. Functionality cookies
These enable the website to remember choices you make (such as language preferences) and provide enhanced, more personalised features.

d. Marketing and targeting cookies
These cookies may be set by us or our advertising partners to build a profile of your interests. They help display relevant content or adverts on other sites. While they do not store personal information directly, they identify your browser and device.

4. Third-party cookies

We may allow trusted third-party services—such as Google Analytics, social media platforms, or video hosting providers—to set cookies via our website. These third parties may use cookies in accordance with their own privacy and cookie policies.

When you first visit our site, a cookie banner will prompt you to manage your cookie preferences. You may choose to:

Accept all cookies
Reject non-essential cookies
Customise which cookies you allow

You can amend your preferences or withdraw consent at any time via the cookie settings on our site.

6.Managing cookies in your browser

Most internet browsers allow you to control cookies via their settings. You can block, delete, or limit cookies, but doing so may affect how our website functions. For guidance, refer to:

7.Changes to this policy

We may occasionally update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in law, technology, or our practices. Any revisions will be published on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.

Last updated: July 2025

9.Contact us

If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies, please contact us at:

Fine & Country Algarve – Carvoeiro Office
R. do Barranco, Edifício V/VI, Loja 62, 8400-508 Carvoeiro, Lagoa, Portugal
+351 282 354 140
algarveleads@fineandcountry.com