Cookie Statement
This Viaferry (trade name of Island Bookings B.V.) Cookie Statement applies to the use of cookies on www.viaferry.com
Last updated: April 2026
1. What are cookies and similar technologies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit our website. We may also use similar technologies, such as pixels, tags, and local storage. These technologies help the website work, provide usage insights, and (with consent) make advertisements more relevant.
2. What types of cookies do we use?
We use the following categories:
Functional (necessary)
Preferences (only with permission)
Analytical (only with permission)
Marketing (only with permission)
2a. Functional cookies (necessary)
Functional cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be disabled. They ensure, for example, that forms work, security measures function, and your cookie preferences are remembered.
Legal basis: necessity for the service you requested (website functioning).
Retention period: maximum 12 months (unless it concerns session cookies).
2b. Preferences cookies (consent required)
Preference cookies enable a website to remember information that changes how the website behaves or looks, such as your preferred language or the region you are in.
2c. Analytical cookies (consent required)
We use analytical cookies to measure website usage (e.g., pages visited, usage statistics, and error messages) so we can improve the website. Analytical cookies are only placed after you have given your consent.
Legal basis: consent.
Retention period: maximum 26 months (if applicable per tool/cookie).
2c. Marketing cookies (consent required)
Marketing cookies are used to make advertisements more relevant, to measure the effect of campaigns and to recognise you – after permission – on (social) platforms and third-party websites.
Legal basis: consent.
Retention period: maximum 24 months (if applicable per tool/cookie).
3. Vendors used
Based on the current setup, we use (or may use) cookies/technologies from the following providers:
Google (analytics and advertising purposes)
Cookiebot (consent storage)
A current and complete overview of the cookies placed by these providers, including retention periods and specific purposes, is available at any time via "Manage Cookies" at the bottom of each page.
4. Third-party cookies and transfers outside the EU
Some cookies are placed by third parties. These parties may process personal data outside the European Economic Area. When transfers occur outside the EEA, appropriate safeguards are applied, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs).
5. Consent, registration and management
On your first visit, we ask for your consent for analytical and marketing cookies. Your choice will be recorded (consent logging) so we can demonstrate that valid consent has been obtained.
Retention period for consent registration: maximum 24 months.
You can change or withdraw your consent at any time via 'Manage Cookies' at the bottom of each page.
6. Deleting cookies via your browser
You can also delete or block cookies yourself via your browser settings. Please be aware that the website may not function optimally in this case.
7. Overview of (most important) cookies
The exact cookies used on our website, including their name, provider, purpose, and retention period, may vary depending on your use of the website and the consent you have given. A current and complete overview of all cookies used and their retention periods is available through the cookie management system, accessible via "Manage Cookies" at the bottom of each page. You can also change or revoke your cookie preferences at any time through this system.
8. More information
More information about how we handle personal data can be found in our Privacy Statement on our website.