This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how Technovate N.V. (“Technovate”, “we”, “us”) uses them on our website and services, and your choices regarding their use. By continuing to use our website, you agree to our use of cookies as described in this policy. If you do not agree, you can disable cookies via your browser settings or refrain from using the site (note: disabling cookies may affect site functionality).

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. Cookies allow the website to recognize your device and store certain information about your preferences or past actions. There are different types of cookies:

• Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that remain in your browser’s cookie file only until you close the browser. They help websites recognize you as you navigate between pages during a single browsing session (for example, remembering items in a shopping cart).
• Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device for a set period of time or until you delete them. They remember your preferences or actions across multiple sites or sessions.
• First-party Cookies: Cookies set by the website you’re visiting (e.g., technovatenv.com sets a cookie to remember your login).
• Third-party Cookies: Cookies set by a domain other than the one you are visiting, often for analytics, advertising, or social media integration (e.g., Google Analytics cookies, Facebook Pixel cookies on our site).

Cookies can serve various purposes: necessary functions, preferences, analytics, advertising, etc.

2. How We Use Cookies

Technovate uses cookies and similar tracking technologies for several reasons:

1. Necessary Cookies: These are essential for our site’s core functionality. For example, if our

site has a login, a session cookie will keep you logged in as you navigate pages. Without these, services you’ve asked for (like accessing secure account areas or remembering your privacy settings) cannot be provided.

2. Preferences Cookies: These cookies allow our site to remember choices you make (such

as your language or region, or other preferences) to provide a more personalized experience. For instance, if you choose to view our site in Dutch (if available), a cookie might remember that, so you don’t have to select it every time.

3. Analytics Cookies: We use analytics tools (notably Google Analytics) to collect

information about how visitors use our website[40]. These cookies collect data such as the pages you visit, the time spent on each page, browser and device info, and referring pages. We use this information to analyze site traffic and user behavior, which helps us improve the website’s structure, content, and user experience. The information collected is aggregated and not intended to personally identify you. Google Analytics cookies may persist for a few minutes up to 2 years, depending on the specific cookie. (For example, _ga cookie typically lasts 2 years).

4. Advertising and Tracking Cookies: We utilize tracking technologies like Facebook Pixel

(by Meta/Facebook) on some pages. These cookies record information about your visit and interactions (e.g., if you visited certain product pages or clicked on ads) and allow us to measure the effectiveness of our Facebook/Instagram advertisements and possibly show you relevant Technovate ads on those platforms[41][42]. The Facebook Pixel may enable Meta to collect or receive certain information from our website and elsewhere on the internet, and use that information to provide measurement services and target ads[43]. For example, if you fill out a form on our site, the Pixel might note that so we can later reach you with a follow-up ad about our services. We do not see your personal Facebook data; we only receive anonymized or aggregated analytics from Facebook.

5. Other Third-Party Cookies: If we embed content from other services (like a YouTube video,

a Twitter feed, or use a live chat plugin), those providers might set their own cookies. For example, playing a YouTube video on our page could set YouTube cookies that track video views. We do not control these cookies, and they are governed by the respective third parties’ privacy/cookie policies.

Below is a table summarizing the types of cookies we use and their purpose:

Note: The specific cookies in use may change over time as we update our site and tools. We endeavor to keep this table updated, but there could be slight delays in reflecting changes.

3. Cookie Consent and Control

Consent Banner: When you first visit our website, you may see a cookie consent banner (especially if required by law, e.g., for EU users). This banner will inform you that we use cookies and give you an opportunity to manage your preferences. By clicking “Accept” or continuing to browse the site, you consent to the placement of cookies as described. If you choose “Reject” or a similar option, we will not set non-essential cookies (analytics/advertising), though necessary cookies may still load as the site cannot function without them.

Browser Controls: You have the option to manage cookies through your web browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

• See what cookies you have and delete them on an individual basis.
• Block third-party cookies (or all cookies) from specific sites or altogether.
• Clear all cookies when you close the browser.
• Receive notifications when cookies are being set so you can accept or reject them.

Please note that disabling cookies entirely may affect the functionality of our site. For instance, if you block all cookies, you might not be able to log in or use certain interactive features.

Opt-Out Tools: For analytics and advertising cookies, here are some options:

• Google Analytics Opt-Out: Google provides a browser add-on to prevent your data from being used by Google Analytics. You can get it here: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add- on. Installing this will stop Google Analytics on all sites from recording your visits.
• Facebook/Meta Opt-Out: To opt out of Facebook Pixel tracking and targeted ads, you can adjust your Facebook Ads settings (you need a Facebook account), and/or use industry opt- out tools like the Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out or Network Advertising Initiative opt-out which allow you to opt out of many participating ad networks. Also, modern browsers’ tracking protection might limit Facebook cookies if configured.
• Other Third Parties: For any other trackers, refer to the provider’s own opt-out mechanisms or browser controls.

Do Not Track: Our site currently does not respond to “Do Not Track” (DNT) signals from browsers, because there is no consensus on how to interpret these signals. We respect your ability to opt out of tracking via the methods described above.

4. Changes to this Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in technologies we use or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. The “Last Updated” date at the top indicates when the latest changes were made. We encourage you to review this policy from time to time to stay informed about our use of cookies and related technologies. Significant changes may be communicated via a notice on our website or by other means.

5. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or about this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

• By Email: [email protected] (for privacy or cookie-related inquiries)
• By Mail: Technovate N.V., [Mailing Address], Paramaribo, Suriname.

You can also reach our general support at [email protected] for other issues, and they will route your inquiry as appropriate.

Your privacy and user experience are important to us. We aim to use cookies responsibly and to give you clear choices and information. Thank you for visiting Technovate’s website and for reviewing our Cookie Policy.