Last updated: 22 May 2026
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that websites install on a user's browser or device when accessed. They allow the website to recognise the user, remember their preferences and offer a more personalised and efficient experience, as well as to analyse usage behaviour and display relevant advertising.
This policy is supplemented by the Privacy policy and the legal notice from https://blaucar.com, and it is adapted to the Law 34/2002 LSSI-CE, to Regulation (EU) 2016/679 GDPR and the guidelines of the Spanish Data Protection Agency (AEPD).
2. Types of cookies we use
Based on your Ownership:
- Own sent to the user's team from a domain managed by Blaucar.
- From third parties: sent from a domain managed by a third party (Google, Meta, etc.).
Based on your purpose:
- Techniques (necessary): They allow for navigation and the correct functioning of the site (session, security, load balancing). They are exempt from the consent requirement.
- Preferences or customisation They remember information so that the user can access the site with certain characteristics (language, region).
- Analysis or statistics They measure site usage and compile aggregated profiles to improve the service.
- Behavioural advertising: allow personalised advertising based on user behaviour.
Based on your Duration:
- Of session: they are deleted when the browser is closed.
- Persistent remain stored for a specified period.
3. Cookies used on this site
The following cookies are used on https://blaucar.com:
3.1. Technical cookies (necessary)
| Biscuit | Headline | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| wordpress_* | https://blaucar.com | Session management and authentication (private area / administration). | Session |
| wp-settings-* | https://blaucar.com | Display preferences for registered users. | 1 year |
| PHPSESSID | https://blaucar.com | User session maintenance in the booking engine. | Session |
| trp-form-language | https://blaucar.com | Remember the user's chosen language (TranslatePress). | 1 year |
| __cf_bm | cloudflare.com | Bot mitigation and service security (Cloudflare/Cloudways). | 30 minutes |
3.2. Analytical cookies (Google Analytics 4)
| Biscuit | Headline | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google LLC | Anonymously distinguish users for web analytics (GA4). | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google LLC | Maintains session state for GA4 (specific property). | 2 years |
| _gid | Google LLC | Temporarily ban users for 24 hours. | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google LLC | Limit the frequency of Analytics requests. | 1 minute |
Google's Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
3.3. Marketing and advertising cookies (Google Ads / Google Tag Manager)
| Biscuit | Headline | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _gcl_au | Google LLC | Google Ads Conversion Attribution. | 90 days |
| Integrated Development Environment | doubleclick.net (Google) | Measuring advertising campaigns and personalising adverts. | 1 year |
| test_cookie | doubleclick.net (Google) | Check if the browser supports cookies. | 15 minutes |
| _gcl_aw | Google LLC | Google Ads click attribution. | 90 days |
3.4. Social media cookies (Meta Pixel — Facebook/Instagram)
| Biscuit | Headline | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Meta Platforms Inc. | Identify the browser to deliver personalised advertising and measure conversions from Facebook/Instagram Ads. | 90 days |
| Here you go: | Meta Platforms Inc. | Facebook ad attribution and delivery. | 90 days |
Meta Privacy Policy: https://www.facebook.com/privacy/policy
4. Consent
On first accessing https://blaucar.com, an information banner is displayed where the user can accept, reject, or configure the use of analytical, personalisation, and marketing cookies. Technical cookies are installed automatically as they are strictly necessary.
Users can modify their preferences or withdraw consent at any time from the cookie settings panel accessible on the website.
5. How to disable or delete cookies
In addition to the configuration panel of this site, the user can manage and prevent the installation of cookies through their browser settings. Below are links to the instructions for the most common browsers:
To opt out of Google Analytics, you can install the opt-out add-on: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
6. Changes to the cookie policy
Blaucar may modify this policy to adapt it to new legislative or jurisprudential developments or to the incorporation of new tools. Any changes will be published on this page, indicating the date of the last update. We recommend reviewing it periodically.
7. Contact
If you have any doubts about the use of cookies on this site, you can contact Blaucar via info@blaucar.com.