1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) that store data to enhance your browsing experience. They help us recognize you, remember your preferences, and analyze traffic.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
| Category | Description | Duration | Consent Required? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Essential for the website to function (e.g., login, shopping cart). | Session or up to 1 year | |
| Preferences (Functional) | Remember your settings (e.g., language, location). | 6 months | |
| Analytics | Measure website usage and performance (e.g., Google Analytics). | 6–14 months | |
| Marketing | Track your visits and show relevant ads (e.g., Meta Pixel, Google Ads). | Up to 12 months |
3. Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
cookieConsent |
First-party | Stores your cookie preference | 6–12 months |
_ga, _gid |
Google Analytics | Tracks user behavior anonymously | 14 months |
_fbp |
Meta / Facebook | Ad targeting and retargeting | 90 days |
intercom-id-XXX |
Intercom (optional) | Chat support tracking | 9 months |
csrftoken, sessionid |
Django / your backend | Login session and security | Session |
4. Managing Cookie Preferences
You can manage or withdraw your cookie consent at any time using our Cookie Settings link (usually found in the footer). You can also control cookies via your browser settings:
- Chrome:
Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies - Safari:
Preferences > Privacy - Firefox:
Options > Privacy & Security
Note: Disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality.
5. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party services we use, such as:
- Google Analytics (Analytics)
- Meta Pixel (Marketing)
- Stripe / Mollie (Payment verification)
- Typeform (Form behavior tracking)
We ensure all third-party services are GDPR-compliant and have valid Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) in place.
6. Legal Basis for Cookie Use
- Strictly Necessary Cookies – Legitimate Interest
- Preferences / Analytics / Marketing – Consent
We do not load any non-essential cookies until we receive your consent through the cookie banner.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Know what data is being collected
- Access or delete your cookie data
- Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise your rights, email us at [insert contact email].
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in law, technology, or our services. We recommend checking this page regularly.
9. Contact
If you have questions about our cookie use, please contact us:
📩 [Insert Email]
🏢 [Insert Company Address]