This Autop Cookie Statement explains how cookies are placed on and information is retrieved from your computer, tablet, and/or mobile phone (hereinafter: “Peripheral Devices”) through the Autop website. This Cookie Statement also specifies the purposes for which this collected information is used. We therefore recommend that you read this Cookie Statement carefully.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small pieces of (text) information that are sent to your browser when you visit the website and are then stored on the hard drive or in the memory of your peripheral devices. The browser can send this information back during a subsequent visit to the website. The cookies placed through this website cannot damage your peripheral device or the files stored on it. Which cookies does Autop use, and for what purpose?
Cookies from Autop
This section pertains to the cookies that Autop sets and reads itself. No third parties are involved in the setting and reading of these so-called first-party cookies. Autop primarily sets functional cookies itself. These cookies are necessary to provide the service you have requested. For example, functional cookies ensure that you do not have to log in again on every page after logging in to the website, and these functional cookies remember the products you place in your shopping cart and the (order) forms you fill out on the website. In addition to functional cookies, Autop sets cookies that are stored on your device for only a limited time. As soon as you close your web browser, these cookies are automatically deleted. These so-called session cookies are used to track your browsing behavior on the website during a specific visit. Autop can use this data to tailor the website to visitors’ needs. Autop also places cookies that remain on your device for a longer period. These so-called persistent cookies allow your device to be recognized during a subsequent visit to the website. These cookies enable Autop to display a website that is specifically tailored to your preferences. Since your preferences are already set, you’ll save time on your next visit to the website, and your experience will be more enjoyable. In addition, Autop uses persistent cookies to track your browsing behavior. Using these so-called tracking cookies, Autop records your browsing behavior on the website in order to provide you with offers tailored specifically to you. It is also possible that tracking cookies are used to track which other Autop websites you visit in addition to this one. Autop may use this information to display advertisements tailored specifically to you.
Reading Information Without Cookies
In addition to placing cookies, Autop also reads information from your browser and devices without placing a cookie. In this way, Autop collects (technical) characteristics of your devices and the software you use, such as the type of operating system, browser settings, installed plug-ins, time zone, and screen size. Autop uses this information to track your browsing behavior.
Third-Party Cookies
In addition to the cookies that Autop places itself, third-party cookies are also placed on your Peripheral Devices through the website. This section pertains to these so-called third-party cookies. Autop has no control over or influence on the use of these cookies and/or the use that third parties make of the information collected through the cookies. Autop merely provides the platform that enables the placement of these third-party cookies. Autop notes that the use of the collected data may be subject to additional terms and conditions set by the third parties. The types of third-party cookies placed via the website are listed below.
Google Analytics
Autop uses Google Analytics to collect web statistics regarding the use of and visits to the website. Google Analytics places a persistent cookie on your device, which is used to track your use of the website. This data is then analyzed by Google, and the results are provided to Autop. In this way, Autop gains insight into how the website is used and can, based on that data, make adjustments to the website or its services as necessary. Google may disclose this information to third parties if it is legally required to do so and/or if third parties process the information on Google’s behalf. Google may or may not use the information for other Google services.
Social plug-ins
The website provides access to various social media platforms, including but not limited to Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Google+. Using these so-called social plug-ins, you can share information from the website with others or recommend it. Through these social plug-ins, third parties place cookies on your device. These may be cookies intended to optimize your user experience, but tracking cookies may also be placed that are used to track your browsing behavior across multiple websites and build a profile of your browsing habits. In addition to access to these social media platforms, the website also displays videos sourced from third-party websites, including YouTube. These third parties primarily place cookies that enable the videos to be displayed to you. In addition, tracking cookies may be placed that are used to track your browsing behavior across multiple websites and build a profile of your browsing behavior.
Changes
This Cookie Statement is subject to change at any time. Changes to this Cookie Statement will be announced on the website.
Questions
If you have any questions about this Cookie Statement, please contact us. You can also find additional information about the use of cookies on the Consumentenbond website, among other places.