Cookie Policy

Last updated: December 2024

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how watermdori B.V. ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website watermdori.top. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy, subject to your cookie preferences.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, such as your preferences and actions, to improve your browsing experience.

Cookies can be "persistent" (remaining on your device until deleted or expired) or "session" (deleted when you close your browser). They can also be "first-party" (set by our website) or "third-party" (set by external services we use).

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility.

3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often and how users navigate the site. This data helps us improve website performance and user experience.

3.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies remember your preferences and choices (such as language or region) to provide a more personalised experience and avoid having to re-enter information.

3.4 Marketing and Advertising Cookies

These cookies track your browsing activity to deliver relevant advertisements and measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns. They may be set by third-party advertising partners.

4. Detailed Cookie Information

Cookie Name Purpose Type Duration
cookie_consent Stores your cookie consent preferences Necessary 1 year
session_id Maintains your session state during browsing Necessary Session
_ga Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users Analytics 2 years
_ga_* Google Analytics 4 - session and campaign data Analytics 2 years
_gid Google Analytics - distinguishes users Analytics 24 hours
user_preferences Remembers your language and display preferences Functional 6 months
booking_data Temporarily stores booking form information Functional Session

5. Third-Party Cookies

We use third-party services that may set their own cookies. These include:

5.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about website usage, which helps us improve our services. This information is anonymised and does not identify individual users.

Learn more about Google Analytics privacy: Google Privacy Policy

5.2 Payment Processors

Our payment partners may use cookies to process transactions securely and prevent fraud. These cookies are essential for payment processing and are only used during the checkout process.

5.3 Social Media Platforms

If you interact with social media content on our website (such as sharing buttons), those platforms may set their own cookies according to their privacy policies.

6. Google Consent Mode v2

We implement Google Consent Mode v2, which adjusts how Google Analytics and other Google services behave based on your consent choices. This ensures that:

  • Analytics data is collected only with your consent
  • Advertising cookies are not set without permission
  • Essential functionality continues to work regardless of consent
  • Your privacy preferences are respected across all Google services

7. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

7.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner where you can:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject non-essential cookies
  • Customise your preferences by cookie category

7.2 Changing Your Preferences

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:

  • Clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer
  • Clearing your browser cookies and revisiting our site
  • Using your browser's cookie management settings

Update Cookie Preferences:

7.3 Browser Settings

You can also control cookies through your browser settings:

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

8. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Disabling certain cookies may affect your experience on our website:

8.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cannot be disabled as they are essential for website functionality. Blocking them may cause the website to not work properly.

8.2 Other Cookies

  • Analytics: We won't be able to improve our website based on usage data
  • Functional: You may need to re-enter preferences on each visit
  • Marketing: You may see less relevant advertisements

9. Mobile Applications

If we develop mobile applications in the future, similar tracking technologies may be used. Any such usage will be covered by updated versions of this policy and the app's privacy settings.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by:

  • Posting the updated policy on our website
  • Updating the "Last updated" date
  • Showing a new consent banner if required
  • Sending email notifications for major changes

11. Legal Basis

Our use of cookies is based on:

  • Consent: For non-essential cookies (analytics, marketing, functionality)
  • Legitimate Interest: For essential website functionality and security
  • Legal Obligation: Where required by law

12. Contact Information

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

watermdori B.V.

Nieuwstraat 83, 3533 LU Utrecht, Netherlands

Email: [email protected]

Phone: +31 40 339 6972

13. Additional Resources

For more information about cookies and privacy: