Cookie Policy
Last updated August 28, 2026
This policy explains how Houfy uses cookies and similar technologies, why we use them, and the choices you have. Read it together with our Privacy Policy, which covers how we handle personal information generally.
What are cookies, pixels and local storage?
Cookies. A cookie is a small piece of data placed in your browser or on your device. Like most websites, we use cookies to keep you signed in, remember your settings, and understand how people use Houfy.
Pixels. A pixel is a small piece of code on a web page or in an email. We use pixels to learn whether you have opened an email or interacted with certain content, so we can measure and improve what we send you.
Local storage. Local storage lets a website store information directly on your device. We use it to remember things like listings you have recently viewed and a booking you have started but not finished.
We refer to all of these together as "cookies" in this policy.
First-party and third-party cookies
First-party cookies are set by Houfy through the domain you are visiting.
Third-party cookies are set by other companies through our website. The companies we work with are listed under Who else sets cookies on Houfy. What those companies do with the information they collect is governed by their own privacy policies, which we link to below.
Session and persistent cookies
Session cookies exist only until you close your browser.
Persistent cookies stay on your device for a set period, or until you delete them.
Why we use cookies
Cookies let you be recognised as the same user as you move between pages, and between visits. The information we collect through cookies and similar technologies includes your IP address, device identifier, the pages you view, your browser type and browsing activity, your operating system, your internet service provider, timestamps, the website you arrived from, and the features you use on Houfy.
We use cookies for four purposes.
Strictly necessary cookies
These make the site work. Without them, Houfy cannot function, so they cannot be switched off in our cookie settings. They are used to:
sign you in and keep you signed in
protect your account and keep your session secure
detect and prevent spam, fraud and abuse
manage access to content and to your bookings
Functional cookies
These remember your choices so you do not have to make them again. They are used to:
remember your preferred language and currency
save your searches and search preferences
remember listings you have recently viewed
keep a booking in progress if you leave and come back
Analytics cookies
These help us understand how Houfy is used, so we can improve it. They are used to:
measure page views, traffic sources and conversion rates
understand which features people use and where they run into problems
compare different versions of a page or feature
We use Google Analytics and Google Tag Manager for this.
Advertising and marketing cookies
These help us measure our advertising and show Houfy ads to people on other platforms. They are used to:
measure whether an ad led to a visit or a booking
show Houfy ads to you on other websites and social platforms
limit how often you see the same ad
We use Google Ads and the Meta Pixel for this. We do not sell advertising space on Houfy, and we do not serve other companies' ads to you on our site.
Who else sets cookies on Houfy
Google — Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager and Google Ads, for measurement and advertising. See Google's privacy policy.
Meta Platforms — the Meta Pixel, for advertising measurement and retargeting. See Meta's privacy policy.
Stripe, Square and PayPal — payment processing. These set cookies when you pay.
Trustpilot — displays reviews on some pages. See Trustpilot's privacy policy.
Google Sign-In — if you choose to sign in with Google.
Houfy's own live chat and analytics are first-party — no outside provider is involved.
Where we use these technologies
Our website. Cookies provide core functionality, remember your preferences and help us measure how the site performs.
Our emails. We use pixels in some emails to understand whether they were opened and which links were used. You can prevent this by turning off images in your email client, or by changing your email preferences in your Houfy account settings.
Your choices
Houfy cookie settings. You can accept or reject analytics and advertising cookies at any time in Cookie settings, in the footer of every page. Your choice takes effect immediately and applies to future visits from the same browser. You can change it whenever you like. Strictly necessary cookies are not included, because the site will not work without them.
Your browser. Most browsers let you control cookies in their settings. Depending on the browser, you can usually block all cookies, block third-party cookies only, delete cookies when you close the browser, or be notified when a cookie is set. Look for "Cookies" in your browser's settings or help section.
Industry opt-out tools. For advertising and analytics cookies you can also opt out through:
Your Online Choices (Europe)
Opting out of an advertising network does not stop you seeing ads. It stops that network tailoring them to you.
One thing to know. If you block or delete cookies, parts of Houfy may not work properly. Blocking strictly necessary cookies in your browser will stop you from signing in or completing a booking.
Changes to this policy
We update this policy from time to time. When we do, we change the date at the top of this page. If a change meaningfully affects your rights, we will tell you through Houfy or by email, as set out in our Terms of Service.
Contact us
Questions about this policy, or about how we use cookies? Email info@houfy.com or reach us through our Help Center.
Houfy, Inc. 1500 N Grant St # 4282, Denver, Colorado 80203, USA
