Cookie Policy

This cookie policy explains how DutchNic.com uses cookies and similar technologies, in accordance with the Dutch Telecommunications Act (Article 11.7a) and the GDPR.

1. What are cookies

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are used to make the website work properly, remember your preferences, and provide insight into how the website is used.

2. Which cookies do we use

• Functional/necessary cookies – needed to make the Website function properly, for example to remember your search preferences or session. No consent is required for these cookies, as they are necessary for the service.
• Analytical cookies – help us understand how visitors use the Website, so we can improve it. Wherever possible, we use privacy-friendly configured analytics.
• Marketing and advertising cookies – are only placed with your consent and may be used to show relevant advertisements.

3. Consent

On your first visit to DutchNic.com, you will see a cookie notice where you can indicate which categories of cookies you accept. Non-essential cookies are only placed after you have given your consent. You can withdraw or adjust your consent at any time via the cookie settings at the bottom of the website, or by changing your browser settings.

4. Third-party cookies

Some cookies are placed by third parties, for example for website analytics. These parties may collect data about your use of the Website in accordance with their own privacy policy. We only work with parties that provide appropriate safeguards.

5. Cookie retention period

The retention period varies per cookie: some cookies expire as soon as you close your browser (session cookies), while others remain active longer (persistent cookies) until they expire or you delete them manually.

6. Managing cookies

You can manage or delete cookies at any time via:

• our cookie settings, accessible via the link at the bottom of every page;
• your browser settings, which allow you to block or delete cookies.

Please note: if you block functional cookies, the Website may no longer work optimally.

7. Changes to this policy

We may update this cookie policy from time to time, for example due to new legislation or new features. The date at the top of this page indicates the most recent change.

8. Contact

Questions about our use of cookies? Contact us via our contact page. See also our privacy policy for more information about how we handle personal data.