Pixel Tags & Personalization: How Bellafonte Enhances Your Website Experience

If you've ever wondered how websites feel faster, more helpful, and more relevant over time, the answer often includes a simple technology: pixel tags. At Bellafonte, pixel tags work together with cookies to personalize your website experience, improve analytics, and support features you expect—all while giving you clear choices about privacy and control.

In this guide, you'll learn what pixel tags are, how Bellafonte uses them with cookies, what information may be collected, why it matters for your experience, and how to manage your preferences.

What Are Pixel Tags?

Pixel tags—also called web beacons or clear GIFs—are tiny electronic image files (often just one pixel) embedded in a webpage or an email. When a pixel loads, it can help the site recognize a cookie, record that a page or email was opened, and capture basic usage information.

How Pixel Tags Work With Cookies

• Cookies are small text files stored in your browser. They help remember your actions and preferences.
• Pixel tags can place or recognize a cookie and signal that certain content (like a webpage section or a newsletter) was viewed.
• Together, they enable essential functions, analytics, and personalization, and can support targeted advertising where applicable.

What Information Do Cookies and Pixels Collect?

When you enter the site or view targeted ads, information may be collected automatically using cookies and pixels. Depending on your device and settings, this can include:

• IP address and device ID
• Viewed pages, browsing history, and type of content viewed
• Browser type, user agent, and operating system
• Language, device settings, and timestamp
• Requested URLs and status reports
• Referring URL (the site you came from)
• Internet service provider
• Location data linked to your device (when available)
• Result of the visit (e.g., viewer or booker) and user Booking ID

This data helps operate the site, measure performance, and improve your experience.

Why Bellafonte Uses Cookies and Pixel Tags

Bellafonte uses information gathered through cookies and pixels for clearly defined purposes:

1) Provide Usage of the Site

• Ensure the website functions as expected.
• Support features that depend on recognizing your session or device.

2) Analytics and Experience Improvements

• Analyze how the site is used and prepare usage reports.
• Keep track of site interactions to improve user experience and overall quality.

3) Targeted Advertising (Where Applicable)

• Provide targeted ads based on legitimate interests.
• Obtain prior consent where required and allow you to withdraw it at any time.
• You can object to processing for advertising purposes.

4) Market Research and Product Development

• Conduct research into trends, preferences, and the effectiveness of marketing or advertising.
• Improve site performance and develop services aligned with guest needs.

These activities support a smoother visit—whether you’re exploring accommodation options, checking offers, or planning experiences.

Session vs. Permanent Cookies (and How Long They Last)

• Session cookies exist only until you close your browser.
• Permanent cookies remain on your device longer to remember settings or preferences.
• Bellafonte strives to serve cookies (or allow third parties to serve them) with a maximum lifespan of up to five years, with longer lifespans only in exceptional, necessary cases (such as security or fraud detection).

Third-Party Cookies, Sharing, and Security

Third-Party Cookies

• Bellafonte allows certain third parties to place cookies. This can support analytics, advertising, or site features.

Reservations and Service Providers

• Reservations made on the site are processed through Booking.com. Information you enter may be shared with Booking.com and its affiliates to complete and administer your reservation.
• Bellafonte also uses specialized third-party service providers (e.g., payment processing, marketing distribution, analytical support) strictly on the hotel’s behalf. These providers are bound by confidentiality obligations and may not use your data for their own purposes.
• Bellafonte does not sell or rent your personal data.

Security

• BookingSuite observes strict security procedures and employs technical and physical measures to help prevent unauthorized access or misuse of personal data. Only authorized personnel may access information as part of their work duties.

International Data Transfers

• Some processing involves transferring personal data outside the European Economic Area. When this occurs, contractual safeguards are applied so your information remains protected in line with European data-protection standards.

Competent Authorities

• Personal data may be disclosed to law enforcement or other governmental authorities as required by law or when strictly necessary for the prevention, detection, or prosecution of criminal acts and fraud.

Your Choices: Control and Consent

You’re in control of how cookies and pixel tags are used:

• Block or delete cookies in your browser settings. Note: some site features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
• Consent for advertising cookies (where required): if provided, you can withdraw consent at any time.
• Object to advertising-related processing at any time. If an opt-out mechanism isn’t available directly, you can contact Bellafonte.
• Questions or requests about your personal data (access, correction, deletion, or restrictions): email info@bellafontebonaire.com.

Quick Answers (For Fast Lookups)

What are pixel tags?

Tiny electronic images (web beacons/clear GIFs) in webpages or emails that help recognize cookies and capture usage information.

Does Bellafonte use pixel tags?

Yes. Pixel tags may be used to place or recognize a cookie and to collect usage information on the site and in emails like newsletters.

What information can cookies collect?

Data may include IP address, device ID, viewed pages, browser type, OS, ISP, timestamps, referring URL, location data, and related usage details.

Are third-party cookies allowed?

Yes. Certain third parties may place cookies when you visit the site.

How can I control cookies?

Use your browser settings to block or delete cookies. You can also withdraw consent for advertising cookies where applicable and object to advertising-related processing.

How long do cookies last?

Session cookies last until you close your browser. Permanent cookies can remain longer; Bellafonte strives for a maximum of up to five years.

Is my personal data secure?

Strict security procedures are observed, with technical and physical safeguards. Only authorized personnel may access data for legitimate work reasons.

Is data transferred outside the EEA?

Yes, in some cases. Contractual safeguards are applied to protect your data in line with European standards.

How Pixel Tags Enhance Your Experience (At a Glance)

• Smoother browsing: Recognizing sessions helps core features work consistently from page to page.
• Relevant content: Analytics guide improvements to layout, navigation, and on-site information.
• Better offers and communications: Where applicable and permitted, insights help ensure marketing is timely and aligned with guest interests.
• Continuous improvements: Market research and performance analysis inform product development and site enhancements.

Practical Tips to Tailor Your Experience

1. Use your browser’s cookie controls: Decide which cookies to allow or block based on your comfort level. Remember that blocking some cookies may affect functionality.
2. Review Bellafonte’s Cookie Notice and Privacy Statement: Understand how cookies, pixel tags, and personal data are used across site functions, analytics, advertising, and research.
3. Manage consent thoughtfully: Where consent is requested for advertising cookies, choose the option that fits your preferences. You can withdraw consent later.
4. Reach out with questions: If you want to access, correct, delete, or restrict your data—or object to advertising-related processing—email info@bellafontebonaire.com.
5. Explore related resources: The site’s FAQ covers privacy rights and cookie use. You can also review pages like Accommodation, Offers, and Experiences to plan a stay that suits your interests.

Conclusion

Pixel tags and cookies help Bellafonte deliver a website experience that’s smooth, relevant, and continually improving. They support essential functions, power analytics for better content and navigation, and—where permitted—enable targeted advertising and market research. Most importantly, you have clear, easy ways to control how these tools are used.

Have questions or want to exercise your privacy rights? Contact info@bellafontebonaire.com. Ready to plan your trip? Explore our Accommodation, Offers, and Experiences to make the most of your stay.