This Cookie Policy explains how VanEcho uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website. We aim to be transparent about what data we collect, how we use it, and how you can control your preferences.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They allow websites to remember your actions and preferences (such as login, language, font size, and other display preferences) over a period of time. Cookies also help us understand how visitors interact with the site, enabling us to improve performance and usability.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following types of cookies on vanecho.nl:
a) Essential Cookies
These cookies are strictly necessary for the website to function. They enable basic features like page navigation, access to secure areas, and form submission. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
b) Functional Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as language settings) to provide a more personalized experience. They are optional but improve usability.
c) Analytics Cookies
We use these cookies to collect anonymous data on how users interact with our website. This includes pages visited, time spent, and interactions. We use Google Analytics with IP anonymization enabled to ensure your privacy.
Data collected is not used to identify individuals.
We do not use cookies for behavioral targeting or advertising.
3. Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services that may place cookies:
Google Analytics – to monitor site traffic and behavior (with IP anonymization)
Cookie banner system – to store your consent preferences
These services are governed by their own privacy policies. Data shared with them is limited to what is necessary for service functionality and is never sold or reused.
4. How to Manage Cookies
When you first visit our site, a cookie banner allows you to:
Accept all cookies
Reject non-essential cookies
Customize your preferences
You can also manage your cookie settings at any time by changing your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block cookies, receive a warning before accepting them, or delete existing cookies.
Useful links:
Google Chrome settings
Mozilla Firefox settings
Safari settings
Please note: Disabling essential cookies may affect site functionality.
5. Data Retention
Cookies have different lifespans:
Session cookies expire when you close your browser
Persistent cookies remain on your device for a defined period or until deleted
Analytics data collected via cookies is retained for a maximum of 14 months.
6. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this policy to reflect legal, technical, or operational changes. Any modifications will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. We recommend reviewing this policy periodically.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or how your data is handled, please contact:
VanEcho
Johannes Poststraat 27, 1063 TK Amsterdam, Netherlands
Phone: +31 20 613 1016
Email: [email protected]