Cookies Notice

1. Introduction

VLKNA Ltd. ("VLKNA", "we", "us", or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to transparency in how we use cookies and other tracking technologies on our website (https://www.vlkna.com) and its associated services (collectively, the "Website").

This Cookie Policy (the "Policy") explains what cookies are, how we use them, what types of cookies we set, your choices regarding cookies, and how you can manage your preferences. It forms part of our Privacy Policy and complies with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), where relevant.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files, consisting of letters and numbers, that are stored on your browser or device when you visit a website. Cookies serve a range of functions such as enabling the website to function properly, storing your preferences, analyzing user behavior, or delivering targeted advertisements.

We also use similar tracking technologies including local storage, pixels, tags, scripts, APIs, device identifiers, and web beacons, which function similarly to cookies.

Cookies can be:

Session cookies: Deleted automatically when you close your browser.

Persistent cookies: Stored on your device for a predetermined period or until manually deleted.

Cookies may be set by VLKNA ("first-party cookies") or by authorized third parties ("third-party cookies").

3. Why We Use Cookies We use cookies and related technologies to:

Ensure the Website operates securely and efficiently. Remember your language preferences, login credentials, and regional settings. Monitor website performance and usage analytics. Deliver personalized content and marketing. Support social media integration and sharing. Prevent fraud, enforce platform integrity, and comply with legal obligations.

4. Categories of Cookies

Strictly Necessary Cookies : These cookies are essential for the operation of the Website. They enable core functions such as page navigation, access to secure areas, fraud detection, and session management. These cookies cannot be disabled.

Functional Cookies : These cookies allow the Website to remember your choices and preferences, enhancing your experience. This includes remembering login credentials, language settings, accessibility preferences, and past interactions.

Performance and Analytics Cookies : These cookies collect aggregated and anonymized data on how visitors interact with the Website. This includes pages visited, time spent on site, click paths, and error tracking. The insights gathered are used strictly to improve the Website’s functionality and user experience.

Marketing and Targeting Cookies : These cookies track browsing behavior and interaction with ads or promotional content. They may be used to build a user profile and show relevant ads across third-party platforms. These cookies may share information with third-party ad networks or partners.

Social Media Cookies : These cookies are set by social media services integrated on the Website. They enable sharing of content and interaction with social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. We do not control these cookies. Refer to the privacy policies of respective platforms for more info.

5. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR, if applicable)

Where the GDPR or similar regulations apply, our use of cookies for functional, analytics, and marketing purposes is based on your explicit consent. Consent is collected via the Cookie Banner on your first visit and can be withdrawn or modified at any time.

Strictly necessary cookies are exempt from consent as they are required for the proper operation of the Website.

6. Your Choices and Cookie Control

6.1 Cookie Banner

Upon your first visit to the Website, a banner will appear requesting your cookie preferences. You may:

Accept all cookies

Reject non-essential cookies

Customize your settings

6.2 Cookie Settings Panel

You may revisit your cookie preferences via the footer link or access the settings panel by clicking "Cookie Settings" at any time.

6.3 Browser Controls

You may also manage cookies through your browser settings:

Google Chrome: chrome://settings/content/cookies

Mozilla Firefox: about:preferences#privacy

Apple Safari: Preferences > Privacy

Microsoft Edge: edge://settings/content/cookies

Disabling or rejecting cookies may impact functionality or performance of the Website.

6.4 Opt-out of Targeted Advertising You may opt-out of certain advertising cookies through platforms such as:

https://www.youronlinechoices.eu

https://optout.networkadvertising.org

7. Cookies We Use We maintain a dynamic cookie inventory that identifies:

Full and updated list of cookies can be requested by contacting privacy@vlkna.com.

8. Third-Party Tools and Integrations

We may use tools like Google Analytics, Meta Pixel, and similar platforms that deploy cookies and collect anonymized or pseudonymized user data. We ensure such providers are compliant with relevant data protection laws and maintain data processing agreements where applicable.

9. Data Security and Retention

VLKNA maintains security protocols to prevent unauthorized access or misuse of cookie-collected data. Cookie data is retained only as long as necessary for its purpose and is subject to automatic expiration based on its configuration.

10. Policy Updates

VLKNA may revise this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect regulatory, technological, or operational changes. Updated versions will include a "Last Updated" date and will be published on this page. Users are advised to review this page periodically.

11. Contact

For more information regarding this Cookie Policy or our data practices, you may contact us at: privacy@vlkna.com