Cookie Policy
Last updated: 14-04-2026
This Cookie Policy explains how Gridware B.V. (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website gridware.nl. It describes what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control their use.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, improve performance, and provide website owners with information about how visitors interact with the site.
Cookies can be:
- Session cookies – deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies – remain on your device for a set period.
- First-party cookies – set by the website you visit.
- Third-party cookies – set by external services integrated into the website.
2. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies for several reasons:
(a) Strictly Necessary Cookies
Required for the website to function, such as enabling security, page navigation, and access to protected areas. These cookies cannot be disabled.
(b) Performance & Analytics Cookies
Help us understand how visitors interact with the website (e.g., most visited pages, page load times).
Examples include cookies set by analytics tools such as Google Analytics.
(c) Functionality Cookies
Allow the website to remember choices you make (e.g., language preferences or login details).
(d) Advertising & Tracking Cookies (If Applicable)
Used to deliver targeted advertisements or track user behavior across websites.
If you do not use such cookies, remove this section.
3. Cookies We Use
Below is a general template. Replace with your actual cookies if known:
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|---|
__cf_bm | Necessary | Security & bot detection | Session | Cloudflare |
_ga | Analytics | Visitor statistics | 2 years | |
_gid | Analytics | Session analytics | 24 hours | |
lang_pref | Functionality | Saves user language setting | 1 year | Gridware B.V. |
4. How You Can Control Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject non-essential cookies.
You can:
- Adjust cookie preferences via the cookie banner on our website.
- Block or delete cookies through your browser settings.
- Opt-out of third-party tracking (e.g., via Google Analytics opt-out tools).
Blocking certain cookies may impact the functionality and performance of our website.
5. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies may be placed by third-party services we use, such as:
- Analytics platforms
- Advertising networks
- Embedded content providers (e.g., video players, maps)
These third parties may collect personal data according to their own privacy policies.
6. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our website’s functionality.
When we make significant updates, we will revise the “Last updated” date at the top of this page.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, you can contact us at:
Gridware B.V.
Email: p.blenkers@gridware.nl
Address: Emile Hullebroeckstraat 1A, 3543BZ, Utrecht, The Netherlands