Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how cookies and similar technologies are used on this website (www.bzwebagency.com) and how you can manage your preferences regarding their use. We are committed to providing transparency about how we use cookies and to complying with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP), and relevant U.S. privacy regulations.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are sent by a website to the user’s device (such as a computer, tablet, or smartphone). Once stored, these cookies are sent back to the website when the user revisits. Cookies help improve the user experience by enabling the website to remember user preferences and actions, as well as facilitating statistical analysis and marketing purposes.

Cookies can be either first-party (set by the website you are visiting) or third-party (set by external services or content providers). They can also be classified as session cookies (deleted when the browser is closed) or persistent cookies(stored for a set period or until manually deleted).

2. Types of Cookies Used

This website uses the following types of cookies:

a) Technical Cookies (Necessary)

These cookies are essential for the proper functioning of the website. They do not require user consent under the GDPR and are used to:

• Manage user navigation and secure areas of the site.

• Enable forms to be processed (e.g., Elementor forms).

• Store language preferences (via Polylang).

• Protect the website using Google reCAPTCHA v3 to prevent spam.

Without these cookies, the website would not function properly, and certain services might be unavailable.

b) Statistical Cookies (Anonymized)

We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) via Google Tag Manager, configured to anonymize IP addresses, to collect aggregated statistical data on site usage. These cookies are used to analyze website traffic, track user behavior, and improve user experience. Statistical cookies are installed only with your explicit consent, in compliance with the GDPR.

• Data Collected: IP address (anonymized), session data, page views, traffic sources, etc.

• Legal Basis for Processing: User consent (GDPR Art. 6(1)(a)).

c) Third-Party Cookies

We integrate third-party content and services that may set cookies on your device. These services include:

• Google Fonts: Used to display fonts on the website, loaded from Google’s CDN.

• Google Maps: Used to display interactive maps for locations on the website.

• Google reCAPTCHA v3: Used for spam protection on forms, ensuring user submissions are legitimate.

These third-party services may collect data outside the direct control of the website owner and may require user consent to be stored. Please review the privacy policies of these third-party providers to understand how they process your data.

3. Consent Management

In compliance with the GDPR and other relevant privacy laws, a cookie banner is displayed when you visit the website. The banner allows you to:

• Accept all cookies (both essential and non-essential cookies).

• Reject non-essential cookies (which may include statistical and third-party cookies).

• Customize your preferences by selecting which cookies you consent to.

You may modify your consent preferences at any time by clicking the “Manage Cookies” button located in the footer of the site. This will allow you to adjust your cookie settings as per your preferences.

4. Cookie Duration

The duration of cookies can vary depending on their type:

• Session cookies: These cookies are temporary and are deleted automatically when you close your browser.

• Persistent cookies: These cookies remain on your device until their expiration date or until you manually delete them.

The exact duration of each cookie used on the site is displayed in the cookie management panel, where you can see how long each cookie will remain stored.

5. How to Disable Cookies via Browser

You can disable cookies or adjust your preferences through your browser settings. Below are instructions for the most commonly used browsers:

• Chrome: How to disable cookies in Chrome

• Firefox: How to disable cookies in Firefox

• Safari: How to disable cookies in Safari

• Edge: How to disable cookies in Edge

Please note that disabling certain cookies may impact the functionality of the website, and some services may not work properly.

6. Data Controller

The Data Controller for the processing of your personal data, including the use of cookies, is:

BZ Web Agency
Email: info@bzwebagency.com

If you have any questions or concerns regarding our cookie policy or how we process your data, please contact us at the provided email address.