Last updated: April 6, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how the 5 Sommeliers website uses cookies and similar technologies to recognise you when you visit our website. It describes what these technologies are, why we use them and your rights regarding their control.
1. 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 ensure websites function efficiently, improve user experience, and provide information to website owners.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Keep your session active — so you do not need to log in repeatedly
- Remember your preferences — such as your chosen language
- Understand how you use our website — to continuously improve user experience
- Store your cookie preferences — to respect your consent choices
3. Types of Cookies Used
Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the basic functioning of the website. They cannot be disabled.
| Cookie | Duration | Description |
|---|---|---|
authToken |
Session | Maintains user authentication and session state |
language |
Persistent | Stores user language preference |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website, allowing us to improve the experience. They are only activated with your consent.
| Cookie | Duration | Description |
|---|---|---|
ph_phc_*_posthog |
1 year | PostHog cookie used to analyse user interactions and improve website experience |
Other Types of Cookies
Currently, we do not use functional, performance, advertising or uncategorised cookies. Should we introduce additional cookies in the future, this policy will be updated and your consent will be requested before their activation.
4. Local Storage
In addition to cookies, we use browser local storage (localStorage) to store your cookie preferences:
| Key | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
cookie-consent |
localStorage | Records your cookie consent preferences (accept, reject or individual category preferences) |
Local storage works similarly to cookies, but data is only stored in your browser and is not sent to the server with each request.
5. How to Manage Cookies
Through our website
When you first visit our website, you are presented with a cookie banner that allows you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject all non-essential cookies
- Customise your preferences by category
You can change your preferences at any time by clearing your browser data and revisiting the website.
Through your browser
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- View which cookies are stored
- Delete cookies individually or in bulk
- Block third-party cookies
- Block all cookies (note that this may affect website functionality)
Consult your browser's documentation for specific instructions.
6. Consent
In accordance with European and Portuguese legislation, non-essential cookies (such as analytics cookies) are only activated after your explicit consent. Cookies necessary for website functionality are activated automatically, as they are indispensable for service delivery.
7. Changes to the Cookie Policy
We reserve the right to update this Cookie Policy at any time, namely to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for regulatory reasons. Any changes will be published on this page with the revised update date.
8. Contact
For questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
- Email: geral@5sommeliers.com
For more information about our use of personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.