Cookie Policy
Last updated: December 2024
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit our website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners about how users interact with their sites.
markofhwrm B.V. ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies on our website markofhwrm.top to enhance your browsing experience, analyse site usage, and support our business operations. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.
Types of Cookies We Use
We use different types of cookies for various purposes:
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting privacy preferences or filling in forms.
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They help us improve our website's performance and user experience.
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences and providing improved features.
Marketing Cookies
These cookies track visitors across websites to display relevant and engaging advertisements. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we use.
Cookies We Use
Below is a detailed list of the cookies used on our website:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Remembers your cookie consent preferences | 1 year | Essential |
| session_id | Maintains your session while browsing | Session | Essential |
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users | 2 years | Analytics |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics - stores session state | 2 years | Analytics |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users | 24 hours | Analytics |
| user_preferences | Stores your website preferences and settings | 30 days | Functional |
| marketing_consent | Tracks marketing communication preferences | 1 year | Marketing |
Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party services that place cookies on your device. These include:
- Google Analytics: Helps us understand website usage and improve user experience
- Google Fonts: Provides web fonts for better typography
- Content Delivery Networks (CDNs): Improve website loading speed and performance
These third parties have their own privacy policies and cookie practices. We recommend reviewing their policies to understand how they use cookies and collect data.
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: Allow all cookies including analytics and marketing cookies
- Reject All: Only allow essential cookies necessary for website functionality
- Customise: Choose which categories of cookies you want to allow
Your consent choices are stored in a cookie so that we remember your preferences for future visits. You can change your consent settings at any time using the cookie preference centre.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have several options for managing cookies:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies only
- Delete existing cookies
- Receive notifications when cookies are set
Browser-Specific Instructions
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
Cookie Preference Centre
You can also manage your cookie preferences directly on our website using our cookie preference centre. This allows you to enable or disable specific categories of cookies without affecting essential website functionality.
Impact of Disabling Cookies
Disabling cookies may affect your experience on our website:
- Essential Cookies: Disabling these may prevent the website from functioning properly
- Analytics Cookies: We won't be able to improve our website based on usage data
- Functional Cookies: You may lose personalised features and preferences
- Marketing Cookies: You may see less relevant advertisements
Mobile Devices
On mobile devices, cookie management may be different:
- iOS Safari: Settings > Safari > Privacy & Security
- Android Chrome: Chrome app > Settings > Privacy and Security
- Mobile Apps: Check individual app privacy settings
Data Protection and Privacy
Our use of cookies is governed by our Privacy Policy and complies with applicable data protection laws, including GDPR. We ensure that:
- We obtain proper consent before setting non-essential cookies
- We provide clear information about our cookie usage
- We allow you to withdraw consent at any time
- We regularly review and update our cookie practices
For more information about how we handle your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or the cookies we use. We will notify you of any significant changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on our website
- Updating the "Last updated" date
- Requesting new consent if required by law
We recommend checking this policy periodically to stay informed about our cookie practices.
Contact Information
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
markofhwrm B.V.
Lindelaan 6, 1371 LJ Almere, Netherlands
Email: privacy@markofhwrm.top
Phone: +31 305265817
Registration Number: B63225632
VAT Number: NL63202514B03