Cookie Policy

Last updated: December 2024

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how swashboanr B.V. ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website swashboanr.live. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect and use personal data. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy.

2. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners. Cookies can be "session cookies" (which are deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (which remain on your device for a specified period).

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies on our website:

Essential Cookies

These cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of our website. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. Without these cookies, the website may not function properly. These cookies do not require your consent as they are essential for the website to work.

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. We use this information to improve our website and user experience. These cookies require your consent before being placed on your device.

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences and settings. While not essential, they improve your user experience on our website.

4. Cookie Details

Below is a detailed list of cookies we use on our website:

Cookie Name Purpose Duration Type
cookie_consent Stores your cookie consent preferences 1 year Essential
session_id Maintains your session during website visit Session Essential
_ga Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users 2 years Analytics
_ga_[ID] Google Analytics - contains campaign, session data 2 years Analytics
user_preferences Remembers your website preferences 30 days Functional

5. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We use Google Analytics to help us understand how our website is used. Google Analytics sets cookies to collect information about how visitors use our website, which we use to compile reports and help improve our site. The cookies collect information in an anonymous form, including the number of visitors, where visitors have come from, and the pages they visited.

6. Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner asking for your consent to use non-essential cookies. You can choose to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customise your preferences. Your choice will be remembered for future visits. You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer.

7. How to Manage Cookies

You can control and manage cookies in several ways:

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can set your browser to refuse cookies, delete existing cookies, or notify you when new cookies are being sent to your device. Please note that if you disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly.

Cookie Preference Centre

You can manage your cookie preferences through our Cookie Preference Centre, accessible via the cookie banner or the "Cookie Settings" link in our footer. This allows you to enable or disable different categories of cookies according to your preferences.

Opt-out Links

For specific third-party services, you can opt out directly:

8. Browser-Specific Cookie Management

Here's how to manage cookies in popular web browsers:

Google Chrome

Go to Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data. Here you can choose to block all cookies, block third-party cookies, or allow all cookies.

Mozilla Firefox

Go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data. You can choose to accept or block cookies and manage exceptions.

Safari

Go to Preferences > Privacy. You can choose to block all cookies, allow cookies from current website only, or allow all cookies.

Microsoft Edge

Go to Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data. You can choose to block all cookies, block third-party cookies, or allow all cookies.

9. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable cookies, please be aware that some features of our website may not function as intended. Essential cookies are necessary for basic website functionality, and disabling them may prevent you from using certain parts of our website. Analytics cookies help us improve our website, and functional cookies enhance your user experience.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our cookie usage, technology, or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our cookie practices.

11. Contact Us

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

Manage Your Cookie Preferences

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by accessing our Cookie Preference Centre or by contacting us directly at privacy@swashboanr.live.