Cookie Policy
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1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Antibio ("we", "our", or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at https://antibio.world (the "Website").
This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy, which provides more information about how we process personal data.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed 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 give website owners information about how their sites are being used.
Cookies can be "persistent" (remain on your device until deleted or expired) or "session" (deleted when you close your browser).
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the Website to function properly. They enable basic functions such as page navigation, secure access, and remembering your cookie consent preferences. The Website cannot function properly without these cookies, and they cannot be disabled.
- Cookie Consent: Stores your cookie preferences (localStorage: cookieConsent)
- Session Management: Maintains your session while browsing
Legal Basis: Legitimate interests (necessary for the operation of the Website)
Duration: Session or up to 1 year
3.2 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve the Website's performance and user experience.
- Number of visitors
- Pages visited and time spent
- Bounce rate and traffic sources
- Device and browser information
Legal Basis: Consent
Duration: Up to 26 months
3.3 Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to track visitors across websites and display advertisements that are relevant and engaging for the individual user. They may be set by advertising partners through our Website.
- Deliver targeted advertisements
- Measure advertising campaign effectiveness
- Limit ad frequency
Legal Basis: Consent
Duration: Varies by provider (typically 3-24 months)
4. Cookie Consent
When you first visit our Website, you will see a cookie banner asking for your consent to use non-essential cookies. You can:
- Accept All: Enable all cookies, including analytics and marketing
- Reject: Only enable strictly necessary cookies
- Cookie Settings: Customize which categories of cookies you want to enable
Your cookie preferences are stored in your browser's localStorage and will be remembered for future visits.
5. Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
5.1 Through Our Cookie Banner
Use the cookie banner that appears when you first visit our Website, or clear your browser's localStorage to reset your preferences.
5.2 Through Your Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings. You can:
- View cookies stored on your device
- Delete some or all cookies
- Block all or certain cookies
- Set your browser to notify you when cookies are set
Here are links to instructions for common browsers:
Please note that blocking all cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our Website.
6. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our Website are placed by third parties. We use services from trusted partners who may set their own cookies. These include:
- Font Providers: Google Fonts for typography
- CDN Services: Content delivery networks for faster loading
- Analytics Services: Website usage analytics (if enabled)
We do not control these third-party cookies. Please refer to the respective third-party privacy policies for more information.
7. Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use other similar technologies:
- LocalStorage: Used to store your cookie consent preferences and other settings locally in your browser
- SessionStorage: Temporarily stores data for a single browser session
These technologies function similarly to cookies but may be managed differently in your browser settings.
8. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.
We encourage you to periodically review this policy to stay informed about our use of cookies.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Antibio
Veldstraat 20, 9000 Gent, Belgium
Email: ask-us@antibio.world