Cookie Policy
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how DIGITAL CONTROL d.o.o. ("Digital Control", "we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website at https://digitalcontrol.me/ (the "Website").
By using our Website, you acknowledge the use of cookies as described in this policy. Where your consent is required, we will request it through our cookie consent mechanism. You may withdraw or update your consent at any time.
This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy and GDPR & Data Protection Statement.
2. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognize your device and store certain information about your preferences or actions over time.
Cookies may be:
- Session cookies — temporary files deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies — files that remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them
- First-party cookies — set directly by the Website you are visiting
- Third-party cookies — set by a domain other than the Website you are visiting, typically by integrated services such as analytics or advertising platforms
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the Website to function correctly. They enable core features such as page navigation and access to secure areas. These cookies do not require your consent under applicable law.
- Purpose: Website functionality and security
- Duration: Session
- Third-party: No
3.2 Analytics Cookies
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our Website. These cookies collect information such as the number of visitors, pages visited, time spent on the Website, and general traffic patterns.
- Provider: Google LLC
- Purpose: Website usage analysis and performance measurement
- Duration: Up to 2 years
- Data processed: Page views, session duration, traffic source, device type
- Consent required: Yes
Google Analytics data is processed in accordance with Google's privacy terms. We have enabled IP anonymization where technically available.
3.3 Marketing and Tracking Cookies
If activated, we may use the LinkedIn Insight Tag to measure the effectiveness of our content and campaigns on LinkedIn, and to build audience segments for retargeting purposes.
- Provider: LinkedIn Ireland Unlimited Company
- Purpose: Conversion tracking and audience retargeting
- Duration: Up to 90 days
- Data processed: LinkedIn member data where applicable, anonymized visitor data
- Consent required: Yes
LinkedIn Insight Tag tracking is only activated where consent has been given.
3.4 Newsletter-Related Cookies
If you subscribe to our newsletter, Mailchimp may set cookies to track email opens and link clicks in order to measure engagement and deliver relevant content.
- Provider: The Rocket Science Group LLC (Mailchimp)
- Purpose: Newsletter engagement measurement
- Duration: Up to 2 years
- Data processed: Email interaction data tied to your subscription
- Consent required: Yes (via newsletter subscription consent)
4. Third-Party Providers
The following third-party providers may process data in connection with cookies set on our Website:
- Google LLC — Analytics and advertising services. Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
- LinkedIn Ireland Unlimited Company — Professional network advertising and analytics. Privacy Policy: https://www.linkedin.com/legal/privacy-policy
- The Rocket Science Group LLC (Mailchimp) — Email marketing platform. Privacy Policy: https://mailchimp.com/legal/privacy/
We rely on the GDPR-compliant processing frameworks and contractual safeguards of these providers, including Standard Contractual Clauses where applicable.
5. Data Storage
Our primary website infrastructure is hosted by Hetzner Online GmbH in Germany (European Union). Cookie-related data collected by our first-party systems is stored within the EU.
Third-party providers may process data in their own infrastructure, which may include locations outside the European Union. We rely on appropriate legal safeguards for such transfers, as described in our GDPR & Data Protection Statement.
6. Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
- Browser settings — Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Refer to your browser's help documentation for instructions.
- Opt-out tools — Google Analytics opt-out is available via the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
- Cookie consent — Where we have a consent mechanism in place, you may update your preferences at any time.
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the Website or limit your access to certain features.
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our data practices. When we make material changes, we will update the effective date at the top of this page.
We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
For questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at: info@digitalcontrol.me