Cookie Policy

Last Updated: December 2024

Effective Date: December 2024

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how smoothcvvh B.V. ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website smoothcvvh.live. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service to understand how we collect, use, and protect your information.

2. 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 help websites remember information about your visit, such as your preferred language and other settings, which can make your next visit easier and the site more useful to you.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation, access to secure areas, and form submissions. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.

3.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website's performance and user experience.

3.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences and settings. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we use.

3.4 Marketing Cookies

These cookies track your online activity to help advertisers deliver more relevant advertising or to limit how many times you see an ad. These cookies are only used with your explicit consent.

4. Cookie Details

The following table provides specific information about the cookies used 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 navigation Session Essential
_ga Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users 2 years Analytics
_ga_* Google Analytics - session state and tracking 2 years Analytics
_gid Google Analytics - distinguishes users 1 day Analytics
user_preferences Remembers your website preferences 6 months Functional

5. Third-Party Cookies

We use several third-party services that may set cookies on your device:

  • Google Analytics: Helps us understand website usage and improve user experience
  • Google Fonts: Provides web fonts for consistent typography across devices
  • Content Delivery Networks (CDNs): Improve website loading speed and performance

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:

  • Accept All: Consent to all cookies including analytics and marketing
  • Reject All: Only essential cookies will be used
  • Customise: Choose which types of cookies to accept

7. How to Manage Cookies

7.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

  • View and delete cookies that are already on your device
  • Block cookies from being set
  • Block cookies from specific websites
  • Block third-party cookies
  • Clear all cookies when you close your browser

7.2 Browser-Specific Instructions

  • Chrome: Settings > Advanced > Privacy and security > Site Settings > Cookies
  • Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
  • Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data

8. Google Analytics Opt-Out

You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on, available at: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

9. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Disabling cookies may affect your experience on our website:

  • Some features may not work properly or at all
  • You may need to re-enter information on each visit
  • Personalised content and recommendations may not be available
  • We may not be able to remember your preferences

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our practices. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date.

11. Contact Us

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

smoothcvvh B.V.
Email: privacy@smoothcvvh.live
Phone: +31 103953122
Address: Nieuwstraat 26, 4859 UZ Breda, Netherlands

This Cookie Policy was last updated in December 2024. We are committed to transparency about our use of cookies and protecting your privacy.