Cookie Policy - Go Potty

COOKIE POLICY

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Gaia Solutions BV (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

2. What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and supply information to website owners.

3. Types of cookies we use

We use the following categories of cookies on our website:

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the website would not function correctly without them.

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 if users receive error messages. This data helps us improve the performance and design of our website. All information collected by these cookies is aggregated and therefore anonymous.

3.3 Functional cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your username, language, or region) and provide enhanced, personalized features. They may also be used to remember changes you have made to text size, fonts, and other customizable parts of web pages.

3.4 Marketing and advertising cookies

These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They are also used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. These cookies are usually placed by advertising networks with our permission.

4. Cookies used on our website

The table below provides details about the specific cookies used on our website:

Cookie Name	Purpose	Type	Duration
session_id	Maintains user session state	Essential	Session
csrf_token	Security protection against cross-site request forgery	Essential	Session
_ga	Google Analytics – distinguishes unique users	Analytics	2 years
_gid	Google Analytics – distinguishes users	Analytics	24 hours
user_prefs	Stores user preferences and settings	Functional	1 year
lang	Remembers language selection	Functional	1 year
cookie_consent	Records cookie consent preferences	Essential	1 year

5. Third-Party cookies

In addition to our own cookies, we may also use various third-party cookies to report usage statistics of our website and deliver advertisements on and through our website. These third parties may include analytics providers (such as Google Analytics), advertising networks, and social media platforms.

6. How to manage cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences in the following ways:

Browser Settings: Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or delete certain cookies. Please note that if you choose to block cookies, you may not be able to use all the features of our website.

Cookie Consent Tool: When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie banner that allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies.

Opt-Out Links: For certain third-party cookies, you can opt out directly through the third party’s website. For example, you can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

7. Data protection and privacy

Any personal data collected through cookies is processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy [link to privacy policy]. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

8. Updates to this policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. 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 our use of cookies.