Cookie Policy
Cookie Policy
Effective Date: July 23, 2026
Last Updated: July 23, 2026
Last Updated: July 23, 2026
1. Introduction
Welcome to Regal Boats Marine BV (“we,” “us,” or “our”). This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website, https://regalboatsmarinebv.nl (the “Website”).
We are committed to being transparent about the technologies we use and the data we collect. This policy describes what cookies are, the types of cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.
By continuing to browse our Website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy, unless you have adjusted your browser settings to refuse cookies. If you do not agree to our use of cookies, you should disable cookies in your browser settings or refrain from using our Website.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, tablet, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the website owners.
Cookies can be “persistent” or “session” cookies:
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Session cookies are temporary and expire once you close your browser.
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Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period of time or until you manually delete them.
Cookies do not typically contain any information that personally identifies you directly, but personal information that we store about you may be linked to the information stored in and obtained from cookies.
3. Why We Use Cookies
At Regal Boats Marine BV, we use cookies for several important purposes:
3.1 Essential Website Functionality
Some cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of our Website. These cookies enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. Without these cookies, services you have asked for (such as navigating the site or using a shopping cart) cannot be provided.
3.2 Performance and Analytics
We use cookies to analyze how visitors interact with our Website. This helps us understand which pages are most popular, how visitors move around the site, and where we can improve the user experience. The data collected is aggregated and anonymized where possible.
3.3 Functionality and Preferences
These cookies enable our Website to remember choices you make (such as your preferred language, region, or product filters) and provide enhanced, more personalized features. They may also be used to provide services you have requested, such as watching a video or commenting on a blog.
3.4 Marketing and Advertising
We and our advertising partners may use cookies to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. These cookies also help us measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns and limit the number of times you see an advertisement.
4. Types of Cookies We Use
4.1 First-Party Cookies
These are cookies set directly by Regal Boats Marine BV. They are used to ensure the proper functioning of our Website and to improve your browsing experience.
4.2 Third-Party Cookies
Third-party cookies are set by external service providers that we use to enhance our Website. These may include analytics providers, advertising networks, and social media platforms. We do not control the setting of these cookies, so we suggest you check the third-party websites for more information about their cookies and how to manage them.
5. Specific Cookies Used on Our Website
Below is a detailed breakdown of the cookies we use, categorized by their purpose:
5.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the Website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.
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| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
PHPSESSID |
Regal Boats Marine BV | Maintains user session state across page requests | Session |
cookie_consent |
Regal Boats Marine BV | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
woocommerce_cart_hash |
Regal Boats Marine BV | Helps WooCommerce determine when cart contents/data changes | Session |
woocommerce_items_in_cart |
Regal Boats Marine BV | Helps WooCommerce determine when cart contents/data changes | Session |
wp_woocommerce_session_* |
Regal Boats Marine BV | Contains a unique code for each customer to identify their cart | 2 days |
5.2 Analytics and Performance Cookies
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our Website. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous.
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| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
_ga |
Google Analytics | Used to distinguish users | 2 years |
_gid |
Google Analytics | Used to distinguish users | 24 hours |
_gat |
Google Analytics | Used to throttle request rate | 1 minute |
_ga_* |
Google Analytics | Used to persist session state | 2 years |
5.3 Functionality Cookies
These cookies enable the Website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
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| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
language |
Regal Boats Marine BV | Stores your preferred language setting | 1 year |
currency |
Regal Boats Marine BV | Stores your preferred currency for pricing display | 1 year |
5.4 Targeting and Advertising Cookies
These cookies may be set through our Website by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other websites.
Table
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
_fbp |
Meta (Facebook) | Used by Facebook to deliver a series of advertisement products | 3 months |
fr |
Meta (Facebook) | Used by Facebook to deliver, measure, and improve the relevancy of ads | 3 months |
6. Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services on our Website, which may place cookies on your device:
6.1 Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors engage with our Website. Google Analytics collects information anonymously and reports website trends without identifying individual visitors. For more information on how Google uses data when you use our Website, please visit Google’s Privacy & Terms.
6.2 Meta (Facebook) Pixel
We use the Meta Pixel to measure the effectiveness of our advertising and to deliver relevant ads to you on Facebook and Instagram. For more information, please visit Meta’s Data Policy.
6.3 WooCommerce
Our online store is powered by WooCommerce, which uses cookies to manage the shopping cart and checkout process. For more information, please visit WooCommerce’s Privacy Policy.
6.4 Payment Processors
When you make a purchase, our payment processors (such as PayPal, Stripe, or Mollie) may use cookies to process your transaction securely. These cookies are essential for completing your purchase.
7. How to Manage Your Cookie Preferences
7.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our Website, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:
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Accept All Cookies: Allow all cookies as described in this policy.
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Customize Preferences: Choose which categories of cookies you wish to allow.
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Reject Non-Essential Cookies: Only allow strictly necessary cookies.
You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the “Cookie Settings” link in the footer of our Website.
7.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can usually find these settings in the “Options” or “Preferences” menu of your browser. The following links provide instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers:
Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our Website and prevent you from accessing certain features, including the ability to make purchases.
7.3 Industry Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of interest-based advertising from participating companies through the following industry tools:
8. Your Rights Under GDPR
If you are located in the European Union or European Economic Area, you have certain rights regarding your personal data under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including:
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Right to Access: You have the right to request copies of your personal data.
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Right to Rectification: You have the right to request that we correct any information you believe is inaccurate.
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Right to Erasure: You have the right to request that we erase your personal data, under certain conditions.
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Right to Restrict Processing: You have the right to request that we restrict the processing of your personal data, under certain conditions.
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Right to Object to Processing: You have the right to object to our processing of your personal data, under certain conditions.
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Right to Data Portability: You have the right to request that we transfer the data we have collected to another organization, or directly to you, under certain conditions.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in Section 11.
9. Data Retention
The length of time cookies remain on your device depends on whether they are session or persistent cookies. Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser, while persistent cookies remain until they expire or you delete them.
We retain the personal data collected through cookies only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by applicable law.
10. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will update the “Effective Date” and “Last Updated” dates at the top of this policy.
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies. Your continued use of our Website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:
12. Legal Basis for Processing
Under the GDPR, our legal basis for processing personal data through cookies is:
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Consent for analytics, functionality, and marketing cookies (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR)
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Legitimate Interest for strictly necessary cookies required for the operation of our Website (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR)
13. Complaints
If you believe that we have not handled your personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority. In the Netherlands, this is the Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens (AP):
Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens
Bezuidenhoutseweg 30
2594 AV The Hague
The Netherlands
Website: https://autoriteitpersoonsgegevens.nl
Bezuidenhoutseweg 30
2594 AV The Hague
The Netherlands
Website: https://autoriteitpersoonsgegevens.nl