Cookies Policy

Last Updated: March 23, 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how groenfiets.com (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our website. It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control our use of them.

What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or device by websites that you visit. These cookies are widely used to make websites function properly, improve user experience, and provide reporting information.

Our site and third-party partners use cookies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and serve relevant advertisements based on your interests. These cookies may also be used to personalize content and measure the performance of our advertising campaigns.

You have full control over how cookies are used on your device and can restrict or block them using your browser settings. Details on how to manage this are outlined below.

How to manage cookies

Some cookies are strictly necessary for you to be able to browse our website and use its features, such as accessing secure areas or adding products to your shopping cart. Without these essential cookies, our website may not function as expected, and some features may not be available.

You can choose to block or delete cookies by adjusting your browser settings. Each browser offers different methods for managing cookie preferences. For detailed guidance on how to control cookies in your browser, we recommend visiting the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO):
🔗 https://ico.org.uk/your-data-matters/online/cookies

Most browsers also offer “private” or “incognito” modes, which prevent your browsing data (including cookies) from being saved. These temporary sessions are typically deleted when you close your browser.

If you want to prevent Google Analytics from tracking your behavior across all websites, you can install the browser opt-out tool from Google here:
🔗 https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

Types of cookies

First-party cookies

These are cookies set directly by our website (groenfiets.com). They help us remember your preferences, such as selected language, items in your shopping cart, and account login status.

Third-party cookies

These cookies are placed by third-party service providers such as Google, Meta (Facebook), and Shopify apps. They are used for analytics, advertising, and improving user interaction.

Session cookies

These are temporary cookies that are erased when you close your browser. They are used to maintain your session state while you browse our site.

Persistent cookies

These remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They are used to remember your preferences across multiple visits.

Cookies that are used on our website

Our website is powered by Shopify, and we use cookies that are essential for the website to operate, as well as cookies for analytics and advertising purposes. Below are key categories and examples:

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to collect information about how visitors use our website. The information is used to help us improve the site and understand user behavior. Google Analytics cookies collect data in an anonymous form, including:

Pages visited
Time spent on pages
Traffic sources

More info:
🔗 https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites

Google Ads (and DoubleClick)

Google Ads cookies are used to serve ads that are more relevant to you and your interests. These cookies enable:

Ad targeting and personalization
Limiting ad frequency
Measuring ad campaign performance

You can manage or revoke consent here:
🔗 https://adssettings.google.com

Google reCAPTCHA

To enhance website security and prevent spam, we use Google reCAPTCHA. This tool sets cookies that verify human interaction and help reduce fraudulent traffic. The collected data may also be used for advertising personalization.

More info:
🔗 https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites

Shopify Cookies for Store Functionality

Since our store is built on Shopify, the following cookies may be set to ensure the site functions properly:

_secure_session_id: Used for secure navigation within the storefront.
cart, cart_sig, cart_ts: Used to maintain cart contents across sessions.
checkout_token: Used during the checkout process.
secure_customer_sig: Identifies logged-in customers securely.
_shopify_y, _y: Analytics and user session tracking.
tracked_start_checkout: Captures when a user begins the checkout process.
tracking_consent: Stores your cookie preferences.

For a full list of Shopify cookies, visit:
🔗 https://www.shopify.com/legal/cookies

How long do cookies stay on my device?

The lifespan of cookies depends on whether they are session or persistent cookies. Session cookies expire when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a defined period or until you delete them manually.

Most cookies used by groenfiets.com remain active for a period between 30 minutes and 2 years, depending on their purpose.

Contact Info

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, you can contact us using the details below:

📞 Phone: +31 645821338
📧 Email: contact@groenfiets.com
🏢 Address: Bloemendalsestraat 15, 3811 EP, Amersfoort, Netherlands