Last updated: March 2026
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the website remember your preferences and improve your browsing experience.
Polaris uses a minimal number of cookies to ensure the platform functions properly and to understand how visitors interact with our site.
| Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | Required for the platform to function. These handle user authentication, session management, and cookie consent preferences. | Session / 1 year |
| Analytics | Help us understand how visitors use the platform, which pages are most popular, and how users navigate between pages. We use Google Analytics for this purpose. | Up to 2 years |
| Affiliate | Used by our affiliate partners (Booking.com, Expedia, Agoda, Trip.com) when you click an affiliate link. These track referrals so Polaris can receive commission for bookings made through our links. | Varies by partner (typically 14–30 days) |
When you first visit Polaris, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the platform to function.
You can also manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Please note that disabling cookies may affect your experience on the platform.
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages, including Google Analytics and our affiliate booking partners. We do not control these third-party cookies. Please refer to the respective privacy policies of these services for more information.
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at support@guidedbypolaris.com.