Cookie Policy

Last updated: 1st January 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how VectorSpecialist B.V. ("we", "our", or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy and your preferences set through our cookie consent banner.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide a better user experience. Cookies allow websites to remember your preferences, analyse how you use the site, and provide personalised content and advertising.

Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several purposes:

  • Essential functionality: To ensure our website works properly and securely
  • Performance analysis: To understand how visitors interact with our website
  • Personalisation: To remember your preferences and provide a customised experience
  • Marketing and advertising: To deliver relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness

Types of Cookies We Use

1. Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the basic functionality of our website. They enable core features such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as they are necessary for the website to function properly.

2. Analytics Cookies

We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors use our website. These cookies collect information about page visits, traffic sources, and user behaviour patterns. This data helps us improve our website performance and user experience. We primarily use Google Analytics for this purpose.

3. Functional Cookies

Functional cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation. They remember your preferences, such as language settings and cookie consent choices, to provide a more personalised browsing experience.

4. Marketing Cookies

Marketing cookies are used to track visitors across websites and deliver targeted advertising. We use Google Ads and other advertising platforms to show relevant advertisements based on your interests and browsing behaviour. These cookies also help us measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.

Cookie Details

Cookie Name Purpose Duration Type
cookie_consent Stores your cookie consent preferences 1 year Necessary
_ga Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users 2 years Analytics
_gid Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users 24 hours Analytics
_gcl_au Google Ads - conversion tracking 90 days Marketing
_gcl_aw Google Ads - conversion tracking 90 days Marketing
IDE Google Ads - personalised advertising 2 years Marketing

Third-Party Cookies

Our website uses third-party services that may set their own cookies:

  • Google Analytics: For website traffic analysis and user behaviour insights
  • Google Ads: For advertising campaign management and conversion tracking
  • Google Fonts: For loading custom fonts to enhance website appearance

These third-party services have their own privacy policies and cookie practices. We recommend reviewing their policies to understand how they handle your data.

Google Consent Mode v2

We implement Google Consent Mode v2, which allows us to respect your cookie preferences whilst still providing basic functionality. When you decline marketing or analytics cookies, our website adjusts its behaviour to honour your choices whilst maintaining essential website operations.

How to Manage Cookies

Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject all non-essential cookies
  • Customise your preferences for different cookie types

Browser Settings

You can also manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

  • View and delete existing cookies
  • Block cookies from specific websites
  • Block all cookies (though this may affect website functionality)
  • Delete cookies when you close your browser

Opt-Out Links

For specific services, you can opt out directly:

Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable certain cookies, some features of our website may not function properly:

  • Your preferences may not be remembered between visits
  • Some interactive features may not work correctly
  • You may see less relevant advertising
  • We may not be able to provide personalised content

Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

Contact Us

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

This Cookie Policy is part of our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. By using our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy and agree to our use of cookies in accordance with your preferences.