Cookies Policy
Last Updated: January 2024
1. Introduction
This Cookies Policy explains how Lifepurerefine ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website at https://lifepurerefine.ddd. This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy.
By using our website, you agree to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through our cookie consent banner or your browser settings.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
Cookies can be "persistent" (remaining on your device until deleted or expired) or "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser). They can also be "first-party" (set by the website you're visiting) or "third-party" (set by a different domain).
3. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies for several purposes:
- Essential Functionality: To enable core website features and ensure security
- Performance and Analytics: To understand how visitors use our website and improve user experience
- Preferences: To remember your settings and choices
- Marketing: To deliver relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness
4. Types of Cookies We Use
4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
Purpose: These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility.
Legal Basis: These cookies are necessary for the performance of our contract with you or to comply with legal obligations. They do not require consent under GDPR.
Examples:
- Session Cookies: Maintain your session as you navigate through the website
- Security Cookies: Authenticate users and prevent fraudulent use of login credentials
- Cookie Consent Cookies: Remember your cookie preferences
- Load Balancing Cookies: Distribute website traffic across servers
Retention Period: Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser; persistent cookies typically last up to 12 months.
Can be disabled: No. Disabling these cookies will prevent the website from functioning properly.
4.2 Analytics Cookies
Purpose: These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve website performance and user experience.
Legal Basis: Your explicit consent is required for these cookies under GDPR Article 6(1)(a).
Examples:
- Google Analytics: Tracks page views, session duration, bounce rate, and user demographics
- Heatmap Tools: Visualize where users click and scroll on pages
- Performance Monitoring: Measure page load times and technical performance
Information Collected:
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- Referring website or source
- Device type, browser, and operating system
- Geographic location (country/city level)
- Anonymized IP address
Retention Period: Typically 26 months, after which data is automatically deleted or anonymized.
Can be disabled: Yes. You can opt out through our cookie consent banner or browser settings.
4.3 Marketing Cookies
Purpose: These cookies track your browsing activity across websites to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other websites.
Legal Basis: Your explicit consent is required for these cookies under GDPR Article 6(1)(a).
Examples:
- Advertising Networks: Google Ads, Facebook Pixel, and similar platforms
- Retargeting Cookies: Show ads to users who previously visited our website
- Conversion Tracking: Measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns
Information Collected:
- Pages visited and products viewed
- Ad clicks and conversions
- Cross-site browsing behavior
- Device and browser information
Retention Period: Varies by provider, typically 30 days to 24 months.
Can be disabled: Yes. You can opt out through our cookie consent banner, browser settings, or third-party opt-out tools.
4.4 Functional Cookies
Purpose: These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and settings.
Legal Basis: Legitimate interest (GDPR Article 6(1)(f)) or consent, depending on the specific functionality.
Examples:
- Language Preferences: Remember your selected language
- Display Settings: Remember font size or contrast preferences
- Form Data: Remember information you've entered in forms
Retention Period: Typically 12 months.
Can be disabled: Yes, but this may affect website functionality and user experience.
5. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services. We do not control these cookies, and you should check the third-party websites for more information about how they use cookies.
Third-party services we may use include:
- Google Analytics: Web analytics service (Privacy Policy)
- Google Ads: Advertising platform (Privacy Policy)
- Facebook Pixel: Social media advertising (Privacy Policy)
- Payment Processors: Secure payment processing services
These third parties may use cookies to collect information about your online activities across different websites over time for advertising and analytics purposes.
6. How to Manage Cookies
6.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:
- Accept All: Consent to all cookies, including analytics and marketing
- Reject: Decline optional cookies (only strictly necessary cookies will be used)
- Cookie Settings: Choose which categories of cookies to accept
You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer.
6.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- View and delete cookies
- Block third-party cookies
- Block all cookies from specific websites
- Block all cookies entirely
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser
How to manage cookies in popular browsers:
- Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
For more detailed instructions, visit your browser's help section or support website.
6.3 Third-Party Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of targeted advertising from participating companies through:
6.4 Mobile Device Settings
Mobile devices offer settings to limit ad tracking:
- iOS: Settings > Privacy > Tracking > Allow Apps to Request to Track (disable)
- Android: Settings > Google > Ads > Opt out of Ads Personalization
7. Consequences of Disabling Cookies
If you disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly:
- You may need to re-enter information more frequently
- Some pages may not display correctly
- Certain features may be unavailable
- Your preferences may not be saved
Strictly necessary cookies cannot be disabled without severely affecting the website's functionality.
8. Other Tracking Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use other tracking technologies:
- Web Beacons (Pixels): Small transparent images embedded in web pages or emails to track user behavior
- Local Storage: HTML5 local storage for storing data locally in your browser
- Session Storage: Temporary storage that is cleared when you close your browser
- Device Fingerprinting: Collecting device characteristics to identify unique visitors
These technologies are subject to the same consent requirements as cookies where applicable.
9. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) signal that requests websites not to track your browsing activity. Currently, there is no universal standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. We do not currently respond to DNT signals, but you can control tracking through our cookie consent banner and browser settings.
10. Data Protection and Security
Information collected through cookies is processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws, including GDPR. We implement appropriate security measures to protect cookie data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.
Cookie data is retained only for as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy, after which it is securely deleted or anonymized.
11. Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed to children under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children through cookies. If you believe a child has provided information through our website, please contact us immediately.
12. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our practices. We will post any changes on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.
We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of our website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookies Policy, please contact us:
Lifepurerefine
Währinger Gürtel 18-20
1090 Vienna, Austria
Phone: +43 1 40400 0
Email: notifyuse@lifepurerefine.world
For questions about your data protection rights, please refer to our Privacy Policy or contact the Austrian Data Protection Authority (Datenschutzbehörde) at dsb@dsb.gv.at.