Cookie Policy

Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Hyatt Place West Des Moines uses cookies and similar technologies on our website westdesmoines.online. It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control our use of them.

By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. If you do not agree with our use of cookies, you can manage your preferences or disable them through your browser settings.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners information about how visitors use their site.

Cookies can be "persistent" or "session" cookies:

• Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them
• Session cookies are deleted when you close your web browser

Types of Cookies We Use

1. Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as:

• Security and authentication
• Remembering your cookie consent preferences
• Page navigation and access to secure areas
• Form submission functionality

Essential cookies cannot be switched off as they are required for the website to operate. These cookies do not collect any personal information.

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
cookie_consent	Stores your cookie consent preferences	1 year
session_id	Maintains your session on the website	Session

2. Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as:

• Remembering your preferences and settings
• Remembering your language selection
• Providing personalized content
• Enabling social media features

Functional cookies are optional and can be disabled without affecting the basic functionality of the website.

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
preferences	Stores your website preferences	1 year
language	Remembers your language preference	1 year

3. Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous information about:

• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• How you arrived at our website
• What you click on while using our site
• Device and browser information
• Geographic location (country/region)

This information helps us improve our website and services. Analytics cookies are optional and can be disabled.

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
_ga	Google Analytics - distinguishes users	2 years
_gid	Google Analytics - distinguishes users	24 hours
_gat	Google Analytics - throttles request rate	1 minute

Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services. These include:

Google Maps

We use Google Maps to display our location. Google may set cookies when you interact with the map. For more information, see Google's Privacy Policy.

FormSubmit

Our contact and booking forms are processed through FormSubmit. FormSubmit may use cookies for spam prevention and security purposes. For more information, see FormSubmit's Privacy Policy.

Google Analytics

We may use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. Google Analytics sets cookies to collect anonymous statistical data. For more information, see Google's Privacy Policy.

We do not control these third-party cookies. Please check the relevant third-party website for more information about their cookies and how to manage them.

How to Manage Your Cookie Preferences

Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:

• Accept All: Accept all cookies (essential, functional, and analytics)
• Reject All: Reject all non-essential cookies (only essential cookies will be used)
• Customize: Choose which types of cookies you want to accept

You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our footer or by clearing your browser's cookie data.

Browser Settings

You can also manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

• View and delete cookies
• Block all cookies
• Block third-party cookies
• Clear all cookies when you close the browser
• Open a "private browsing" session

Instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers:

• Google Chrome
• Mozilla Firefox
• Safari
• Microsoft Edge

Please note that blocking all cookies may affect your experience on our website and other websites you visit. Some features may not function properly.

Do Not Track

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. Our website currently responds to Do Not Track signals by not loading analytics cookies if the signal is enabled in your browser.

Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. We will post any changes on this page and update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy.

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us: