This Cookie Policy explains how Stewart Dawson (D GROUP EUROPE BV, Markt 19, Swalmen JD 6071 Netherlands) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website, https://stewartdawson.com (the "Website"). This information is provided in accordance with the Dutch Telecommunications Act (Telecommunicatiewet), specifically Article 11.7a, and the principles of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
For detailed information about how we process your personal data in general, please refer to our main [Privacy Policy]([Link to Privacy Policy]).
1. What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that websites you visit send to your browsing device (usually a browser). They are stored in your browser's file directory and are sent back to the website each time you return. Cookies help websites remember information about your visit, like your preferences and browsing activity.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following categories of cookies on our Website:
Technical Cookies (Necessary): These cookies are essential for the Website to function correctly. They enable basic functionalities like page navigation and access to secure areas. Without these cookies, the Website cannot operate properly. The legal basis for these cookies is our legitimate interest in providing a functional website (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR). These are typically session cookies, meaning they are deleted when you close your browser.
Analytics Cookies (Consent Required): We use analytics cookies to understand how you use our Website, which helps us improve its performance and user experience. We rely on your explicit consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR) to use these cookies.
Google Analytics (Google Ireland Limited): This service helps us analyze website traffic and identify trends in user behavior (e.g., popular pages, navigation patterns). The data collected may include your IP address (anonymized where possible), browsing activity, and device information. The lifespan of these persistent cookies varies (please see Google's policy for details). Google may also process this data for its own purposes as outlined in their Privacy Policy.
Google Tag Manager (Google Ireland Limited): This tool manages the deployment of marketing tags and website analytics scripts. Google Tag Manager itself does not directly set cookies but facilitates the activation of other cookies, for which your consent will be obtained where applicable. See Google's Privacy Policy for more information.
Marketing/Profiling Cookies (Consent Required): These cookies track your browsing activity across our Website and other websites to build a profile of your interests. This allows us and our advertising partners to show you relevant advertisements. We rely on your explicit consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR) to use these cookies.
Facebook Custom Audience (Meta Platforms Ireland Limited): This service enables us to show targeted advertisements to users who have visited our Website on Facebook. The Facebook pixel tracks your actions on our site to personalize ads. For more information, please refer to Meta's Data Policy. These are persistent cookies with varying lifespans (please see Meta's policy for details). Meta may also use this data for their own purposes.
Other Facebook Cookies (Meta Platforms Ireland Limited): These cookies, such as Facebook Connect, enable integration with Facebook features on our Website. Please see Meta's [Data Policy]([Link to Meta's Data Policy]) for details.
Google Ads Conversion (Google Ireland Limited): This cookie helps us measure the effectiveness of our Google advertising campaigns by tracking actions you take on our Website after clicking on a Google ad. For more information, see Google's Privacy Policy. These are persistent cookies with varying lifespans (please see Google's policy for details). Google may also use this data for their own purposes.
Twitter Button/Syndication (X Corp.): These cookies enable you to interact with Twitter content embedded on our Website (e.g., sharing). For more information, please refer to X Corp.'s Privacy Policy. These are persistent cookies with varying lifespans (please see X Corp.'s policy for details). X Corp. may also use this data for their own purposes.
Tidio (Tidio LLC): This live chat service uses cookies to provide customer support and track user interactions. For more information, please see Tidio's Privacy Policy. These are persistent cookies with varying lifespans (please see Tidio's policy for details).
3. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
When you first visit our Website, you will be presented with a cookie banner that allows you to:
Consent to specific categories of non-essential cookies (Analytics and Marketing).
Reject non-essential cookies.
Access this Cookie Policy for more detailed information and to manage your preferences.
You can also manage your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may impact your browsing experience and the functionality of the Website. Here are links to instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers:
Disable Firefox Cookies
Disable Chrome Cookies
[Disable Internet Explorer Cookies](https://www.google.com/search?q=%5Bhttp://support.microsoft.com/it-it/help/17442/windows-internet-explorer-delete-manage-cookies%5D<3>(http://support.microsoft.com/it-it/help/17442/windows-internet-explorer-delete-manage-cookies))
Disable Safari Cookies
Disable Edge Cookies
4. Updates to this Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our use of cookies or relevant legal requirements. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for any updates. The date of the latest revision will be indicated at the top of this page.
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at info@stewartdawson.com.
