Cookie Policy
Effective Date: January 1, 2026 • Last Revised: March 2026
This Cookie Policy describes how Vaultscapsulefn Unipessoal Lda. ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies, local storage objects, and similar web tracking mechanisms on the website vaultscapsulefn.casa in full compliance with the EU ePrivacy Directive (Directive 2002/58/EC as amended) and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
1. What Are Cookies and Local Storage?
A cookie is a small text file stored on your computer, tablet, or smartphone by your web browser when visiting a website. Cookies allow sites to recognize your device, remember preferences (such as language selection), and ensure technical stability.
In addition to standard HTTP cookies, modern web applications utilize localStorage—a secure browser technology that saves small preference records locally on your device without sending them across every server request.
2. Categories of Storage Technologies Employed
We classify the storage mechanisms on our website into three explicit tiers:
- Strictly Essential (Technical): Mandatory for the secure, basic operation of the site. They maintain security headers, remember your cookie consent decision, and ensure proper mobile menu toggling. These operate without requiring prior consent under Art. 5(3) of the ePrivacy Directive.
- Functional Preferences: Used to remember your interface customizations (such as typography contrast preferences or previous guide bookmarks).
- Analytical & Performance: Anonymous, aggregated metrics to measure site speed, reading depth, and popular route guides, assisting us in updating out-of-date editorial sections.
3. Inventory of Cookies & Local Storage Keys
| Storage Key / Name | Category | Provider / Origin | Lifespan | Purpose Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
vaultscapsulefn_cookie_consent |
Essential | First-party (localStorage) | 12 Months | Stores your consent selection ("accept", "reject", or "preferences") to suppress redundant banner displays. |
__cf_bm / Security Token |
Essential | Cloudflare / CDN Edge | 30 Minutes | Protects site infrastructure by mitigating automated bot traffic and malicious request floods. |
_vsc_anon_metric |
Analytics | First-party (Cookie) | 30 Days | Collects non-personally identifiable page view timestamps to assess regional guide readership. |
ui_nav_pref |
Functional | First-party (localStorage) | Session | Maintains the responsive menu state during active site browsing sessions. |
4. Managing and Modifying Your Preferences
Upon your first arrival at vaultscapsulefn.casa, our consent banner allows you to accept all cookies, reject all non-essential cookies, or define preferences. Your preference is immediately recorded and respected across all page views.
If you wish to clear or reset your preference selection at any time, you can remove the vaultscapsulefn_cookie_consent key from your browser's application storage or clear your browser cache. The consent banner will reappear upon your subsequent visit.
5. How to Disable Cookies via Browser Controls
Every modern web browser provides controls enabling you to block, restrict, or delete cookies. Follow the official instructions provided by your browser manufacturer:
- Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Third-party cookies.
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Enhanced Tracking Protection > Cookies.
- Apple Safari: Settings > Safari > Privacy & Security > Block All Cookies.
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Manage and delete cookies and site data.
Please note that blocking essential storage mechanisms may cause parts of the navigation and interface formatting to behave unpredictably.
6. Inquiries Regarding Cookie Processing
For additional details regarding our tracking policies and data protection compliance, consult our Privacy Policy or direct your queries to our technical team:
Vaultscapsulefn Unipessoal Lda.
Avenida do Atlântico, Edifício Farol, Lote 14, 2520-204 Peniche, Portugal
Email: [email protected]