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cookies policy.

last updated: 1 august 2026  ·  hardly solo

this policy explains how hardly solo (abn: 81 699 649 904) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on hardlysolo.com. by using the site, you agree that we may place the cookies described below on your device, subject to the choices you make in our consent banner.

1. what are cookies?

cookies are small text files stored on your browser or device when you visit a website. they help the site work properly, remember your preferences, and collect information about how people use the site. some cookies are essential; others are optional and only placed with your consent.

2. how we use cookies

we group the cookies we use into four categories:

strictly necessary always on

these cookies are essential for the site to function. they enable core features such as security, payment processing, and storing your cookie preferences. the site cannot work properly without them and they cannot be disabled.

providers: hardly solo (session / consent storage), Stripe (payment security)
functional optional

these cookies enable enhanced functionality such as interactive maps. without them, some features (like the route map) may not work. they do not track you across other websites.

providers: Mapbox (interactive route map — mapbox privacy policy)
analytics and performance optional

these cookies help us understand how visitors use the site — which pages they visit, how long they stay, and where they come from. all data is aggregated and anonymised; we use it to improve the site experience.

providers: Google Analytics (google privacy policy)
advertising and social media optional

these cookies are used to measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns and to show relevant ads to people who may be interested in our trips. they may be set by our advertising partners and used to build a profile of your interests.

providers: Meta / Facebook Pixel (meta privacy policy)

3. managing your preferences

you can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the button below. you can also manage cookies through your browser settings — most browsers let you see what cookies have been set and delete them individually or in bulk. note that disabling strictly necessary cookies may affect how the site works.

4. third-party cookies

some cookies are set by third-party services we use (Google, Meta, Mapbox, Stripe). we do not control these cookies. please refer to the relevant third-party privacy policies linked above for details on how they use and protect your data.

5. data transfers

some of our cookie providers operate outside Australia. where personal data is transferred overseas, we take steps to ensure it is handled in accordance with the australian privacy act 1988 (cth) and the applicable privacy principles.

6. retention

your cookie consent preference is stored in your browser's local storage and expires after 12 months, at which point you will be asked again. individual cookies set by third parties have their own expiry periods as described in those parties' policies.

7. contact

if you have questions about our use of cookies, please email us at ash@hardlysolo.com.

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