1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy. It provides detailed information about the cookies and similar tracking technologies used on the website operated by Purificationouea, located at Hoogstraat 56-A, 3011 PT Rotterdam, Netherlands.
We are committed to transparency regarding our use of cookies and to complying with the GDPR, the Dutch Telecommunications Act (Telecommunicatiewet), and the ePrivacy Directive requirements as implemented in the Netherlands.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites function efficiently, provide a better user experience, and supply information to website owners. Cookies may be set by the website you are visiting (first-party cookies) or by third-party services embedded on the website (third-party cookies).
In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies such as local storage, session storage, and pixel tags. References to "cookies" in this policy include these comparable technologies unless otherwise stated.
3. How We Use Cookies
We categorise the cookies used on our website into three groups based on their purpose and the consent requirements under applicable law:
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences or filling in forms. Strictly necessary cookies do not require consent under the ePrivacy Directive because they are necessary for the provision of the service you have explicitly requested.
Examples of strictly necessary cookies on our website include:
- Cookie consent storage: Stores your cookie preference choices so the consent banner does not reappear on every visit. Retention: 12 months.
- Session management: Maintains your session state during form interactions. Retention: Session duration.
- Security cookies: Help protect against cross-site request forgery and other security threats. Retention: Session duration.
3.2 Analytics Cookies
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously or in aggregated form. These cookies allow us to count visits, identify traffic sources, and understand which pages are most and least popular. Analytics cookies require your prior consent before being placed on your device.
When enabled, analytics cookies may collect:
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- Navigation paths through the website
- Device type, browser, and operating system
- Approximate geographic location based on IP address (anonymised)
- Referral source (how you arrived at our website)
We use analytics data solely to improve our website content, structure, and user experience. We do not use analytics data to identify individual users or to make automated decisions about you.
3.3 Marketing Cookies
Marketing cookies may be set through our website by advertising partners to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant content on other websites. These cookies require your prior consent. Marketing cookies track your browsing activity across websites to deliver targeted advertising or measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
When enabled, marketing cookies may be used to:
- Measure the performance of our advertising campaigns
- Deliver relevant advertisements on third-party platforms
- Limit the number of times you see a particular advertisement
- Understand conversion rates from advertising to website visits
You can enable or disable marketing cookies through our cookie consent banner or the cookie settings panel accessible from any page footer.
4. Cookie Consent Management
When you first visit our website, a cookie consent banner appears allowing you to:
- Accept All: Consent to all cookie categories including analytics and marketing
- Reject: Decline all non-essential cookies; only strictly necessary cookies will be used
- Cookie Settings: Customise your preferences by toggling individual categories
Your consent preferences are stored locally on your device and respected on subsequent visits. You may change your preferences at any time by clearing your browser cookies and revisiting the website, or by contacting us at assist@purificationouea.world.
We do not use pre-ticked boxes for non-essential cookies. Consent must be freely given, specific, informed, and unambiguous, in accordance with Article 7 GDPR.
5. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control the setting of these cookies. Third-party providers have their own privacy policies and cookie policies. We recommend reviewing the policies of any third-party services you interact with through our website.
Third-party services that may set cookies when you have provided consent include analytics platforms and content delivery networks used to serve fonts and icons. We select third-party providers that demonstrate compliance with GDPR requirements and enter into data processing agreements where applicable.
6. Managing Cookies Through Your Browser
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- View cookies stored on your device and delete them individually
- Block third-party cookies
- Block all cookies from specific websites
- Block all cookies entirely
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser
Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may affect the functionality of our website and your user experience. Strictly necessary cookies cannot be disabled without impacting core website features.
For browser-specific instructions, consult your browser's help documentation:
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
- Apple Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions
7. Data Retention for Cookie-Related Data
Cookie lifespans vary depending on their purpose. Session cookies expire when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a defined period or until you delete them. Our consent preference cookie is retained for twelve (12) months. Analytics cookies typically expire after thirteen (13) to twenty-six (26) months, depending on the provider configuration.
8. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in the cookies we use, applicable law, or our business practices. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was most recently revised. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or wish to exercise your data protection rights, please contact:
Purificationouea
Hoogstraat 56-A, 3011 PT Rotterdam, Netherlands
Email: assist@purificationouea.world
Phone: +31 30 267 6204