Cookie Policy
Last Updated: October 8, 2025
Learn about how we use cookies to enhance your experience on our automotive website and improve our services.
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how FA Fleet Auto ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.
Cookies help us provide you with a better experience when browsing our vehicle inventory, accessing financing options, and using our automotive services.
2. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
Cookies can be "persistent" or "session" cookies. Persistent cookies remain on your device after you close your browser, while session cookies are deleted when you close your browser.
We also use similar technologies such as web beacons, pixels, and local storage to enhance your experience on our automotive website.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation, access to secure areas, and remember your preferences during your visit.
Examples:
- Session management for vehicle searches
- Security and authentication
- Cookie consent preferences
- Shopping cart functionality
3.2 Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve the way our website works and optimize the user experience.
Examples:
- Google Analytics for traffic analysis
- Page load times and performance metrics
- Error tracking and debugging
- Popular vehicle searches and pages
3.3 Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, personalized features for your automotive needs.
Examples:
- Language and region preferences
- Vehicle search filters and criteria
- Financing calculator settings
- Recently viewed vehicles
3.4 Targeting/Advertising Cookies
These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements for vehicles and automotive services.
Examples:
- Vehicle recommendations based on your searches
- Targeted automotive advertisements
- Retargeting for vehicles you've viewed
- Social media advertising integration
4. Specific Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Session management for vehicle searches and forms | Session | Necessary |
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year | Necessary |
| vehicle_search | Remembers your vehicle search criteria | 30 days | Functionality |
| recent_vehicles | Stores recently viewed vehicles | 7 days | Functionality |
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguish users | 2 years | Analytics |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguish users | 24 hours | Analytics |
| financing_prefs | Remembers financing calculator preferences | 90 days | Functionality |
| location_data | Stores your location for local inventory | 30 days | Functionality |
5. Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, we may also use various third-party cookies to enhance your automotive experience, report usage statistics, and deliver relevant advertisements.
Third-party services we use:
- Google Analytics: For website analytics and user behavior tracking
- Google Maps: For location services and dealership directions
- Social Media Platforms: For social sharing of vehicles and reviews
- Advertising Networks: For targeted automotive advertising
- Vehicle History Providers: For Carfax and AutoCheck integration
- Financing Partners: For loan application processing
6. How to Control Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences through our cookie consent banner that appears when you first visit our website.
Cookie Consent Management
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time by:
- Clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our footer
- Using our cookie consent banner
- Contacting us directly
Browser Controls
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject all cookies
- Notify you when a cookie is set
- Delete cookies after you close your browser
Browser-specific instructions:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies and site permissions
7. Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly:
- Vehicle search filters may not be saved
- Recently viewed vehicles won't be remembered
- Financing calculator preferences will reset
- Location-based inventory may not work
- Some forms may not submit properly
However, you will still be able to browse our vehicle inventory and use most of our services.
8. Mobile Devices
Mobile devices may use different technologies for tracking. You can manage your preferences through your device settings:
- iOS: Settings → Privacy → Tracking
- Android: Settings → Google → Ads
You can also manage cookies through your mobile browser settings, similar to desktop browsers.
9. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, our operations, or other reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by:
- Posting the new policy on this page
- Updating the "Last Updated" date
- Sending you an email notification (for significant changes)
- Displaying a notice on our website
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
- Email: [email protected]
- Address: FA Fleet Auto, 29 Qurban Abbasov, Baki, Azerbaijan
- Phone: +994774136597
- Business Hours: Mon-Sat: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM (GMT+4)