Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 2026

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how maxilines B.V. ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website maxilines.pro. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data.

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 and to provide information to website owners about how visitors use their sites.

Cookies can be "session cookies" (which are deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (which remain on your device for a specified period or until you delete them).

3. Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Ensure our website functions properly and securely
  • Remember your preferences and settings
  • Analyse how visitors use our website to improve our services
  • Provide personalised content and experiences
  • Measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns
  • Comply with legal requirements and obtain necessary consents

4. Types of Cookies We Use

4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential 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 they are necessary for the website to work.

4.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website's performance and user experience.

4.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.

4.4 Marketing Cookies

These cookies may be set through our website by our advertising partners. They may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites.

5. Cookie Details

The following table provides details about the specific cookies we use:

Cookie Name Purpose Duration Type
cookie_consent Stores your cookie consent preferences 1 year Strictly Necessary
session_id Maintains your session while browsing Session Strictly Necessary
_ga Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users 2 years Analytics
_ga_* Google Analytics - contains campaign, session data 2 years Analytics
user_preferences Remembers your site preferences 6 months Functional

6. Third-Party Cookies

We may also use third-party services that set their own cookies. These include:

6.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyse website traffic and user behaviour. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about how you use our website. This information is used to compile reports and help us improve our website. The information collected is generally anonymous and cannot be used to identify you personally.

6.2 Google Fonts

We use Google Fonts to display custom fonts on our website. Google may collect information about your use of their fonts service. Please refer to Google's privacy policy for more information about how they handle data.

7. How to Control Cookies

You have several options for managing cookies:

7.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can set your browser to:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject all cookies
  • Notify you when a cookie is set
  • Delete cookies automatically when you close your browser

7.2 Our Cookie Consent Tool

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner that allows you to choose which types of cookies you want to accept. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer.

7.3 Third-Party Opt-Out

For third-party analytics cookies, you can opt out directly:

8. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Please note that if you disable or refuse cookies, some parts of our website may become inaccessible or not function properly. Specifically:

  • You may need to re-enter information more frequently
  • Some features and services may not work as intended
  • Your user experience may be less personalised
  • We may not be able to save your preferences

9. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date.

10. Contact Information

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

11. Legal Basis

Our use of cookies is based on:

  • Consent: For non-essential cookies, we obtain your explicit consent before setting them
  • Legitimate Interest: For essential cookies necessary for website functionality and security
  • Legal Obligation: Where required by applicable laws and regulations

This Cookie Policy complies with the EU Cookie Directive, GDPR, and Dutch privacy legislation.