Cookie Policy
How we use cookies on our website
Data Bandits, located at Eric Kropstraat 78 in Rotterdam, uses cookies on www.databandits.nl. In this cookie policy, we explain what cookies are, which cookies we use and why, and how you can manage cookies.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, tablet, or smartphone when you visit a website. Cookies help websites remember certain information, such as your preferences or login details.
What types of cookies do we use?
1. Strictly necessary cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function. Without these cookies, the website cannot work properly. These cookies:
- Remember your cookie preferences
- Ensure a secure connection
- Save your language preference
Legal basis: Legitimate interest (technical necessity)
Retention period: Session to 1 year
Consent required: No
2. Analytical/performance cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website. We collect:
- Information about which pages are visited
- How long visitors stay on the website
- Which links are clicked
- Technical information such as browser type and screen resolution
We use this information to improve our website and optimize the user experience. The data is collected anonymously.
Services used: Google Analytics 4
Legal basis: Consent
Retention period: Maximum 26 months
Consent required: Yes
3. Functional cookies
These cookies provide additional functionality and personalization. They remember, for example:
- Your preference settings
- Which region you have selected
- Content you have previously viewed
Legal basis: Consent
Retention period: 1 year
Consent required: Yes
4. Marketing/tracking cookies
These cookies are used to:
- Track your browsing behavior across different websites
- Display targeted advertisements
- Measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns
Legal basis: Consent
Retention period: Variable, up to 2 years
Consent required: Yes
Third-party cookies
Some cookies are placed by external services that appear on our website. This concerns:
- Google Analytics: For website statistics
- Google Tag Manager: For managing tracking codes
These services have their own privacy policies:
How can you manage cookies?
Via our cookie banner
During your first visit to our website, you will see a cookie banner where you can indicate per category which cookies you allow. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the cookie settings link (usually at the bottom of the page).
Via your browser
You can also adjust your browser settings to block or delete cookies. Please note that some parts of the website may not function correctly if you disable all cookies.
Instructions for different browsers:
Cookie overview
Below you will find an overview of the main cookies we use:
| Cookie name | Category | Purpose | Retention period |
|---|---|---|---|
| customConsent | Necessary | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year |
| _ga | Analytical | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Analytical | Google Analytics - session status | 2 years |
Your rights
You always have the right to:
- Withdraw your consent for the use of cookies
- Change your cookie preferences
- Request information about the cookies we use
Questions?
Do you have questions about our cookie policy? Please contact us:
- Email: info@databandits.nl
- Phone: +31 6 14672198
Changes to this cookie policy
We may update this cookie policy from time to time to reflect changes in our cookie usage or changes in legislation. We recommend checking this page regularly for updates.
Last updated: October 2025