1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Marta Matrakova ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on martamatrakova.com (the "Website"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data in compliance with applicable data protection laws, including GDPR for European users.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the website remember your preferences and improve your user experience.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly:
- Language Preference: Remembers your selected language (English, French, Spanish, Bulgarian, or Russian)
- Cookie Consent: Stores your cookie consent preferences
- Timezone Detection: Identifies your timezone for optimal scheduling of consultations
3.2 Analytics Cookies (With Consent)
We use Vercel Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website:
- Page Views: Tracks which pages you visit
- Session Duration: Measures how long you spend on the site
- Bounce Rate: Helps us understand user engagement
- Geographic Location: General location data (country/region level only)
4. Regional Compliance
We respect regional privacy laws and only use cookies where legally permitted:
- European Union (GDPR): Full cookie consent required for analytics
- California (CCPA): Opt-out rights for data collection
- Other Regions: Cookies deployed based on local legal requirements
Our system automatically detects your timezone and applies appropriate cookie policies for your jurisdiction.
5. Legal Basis for Processing
We process cookies based on:
- Legitimate Interest: For necessary cookies essential to website functionality
- Consent: For analytics and tracking cookies (where required by law)
- Legal Compliance: To meet regulatory requirements in your jurisdiction
6. How to Control Cookies
You have several options to control cookies:
- Cookie Banner: Choose "Accept All" or "Necessary Only" when you first visit
- Browser Settings: Configure your browser to block or delete cookies
- Clear Data: You can clear your browsing data at any time
7. Data Retention
Cookie data is retained as follows:
- Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: Retained for up to 1 year
- Analytics data: Aggregated and anonymized after 90 days
8. Third-Party Services
We use Vercel Analytics for website analytics. Their privacy policy can be found at vercel.com/legal/privacy-policy
9. Contact Information
For questions about our cookie policy, please contact:
Email: marta@garden-stack.com
Phone: +32 485 709 027
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.