Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Volthein s.r.o. ("Controller", "we", "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on the website https://volthein.com/ (the "Website").

This Policy should be read in conjunction with the Privacy Policy.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on a user's device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when visiting a website. Cookies are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, to provide reporting information, and to improve user experience.

Cookies may be:

• Session cookies — deleted when the browser is closed;
• Persistent cookies — remain on the device for a specified period or until manually deleted.

Cookies may also be classified as:

• First-party cookies — set by the Website itself;
• Third-party cookies — set by external services (e.g. analytics providers).

3. Cookies Used on This Website

This Website uses Cookiebot as a consent management platform to manage cookies and user consent in accordance with the GDPR and the ePrivacy Directive. Cookies are categorised as follows:

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

Purpose: These cookies are essential for the operation and security of the Website. They enable core functionality such as page navigation, access to secure areas, and session management.

Examples:

• Cookiebot consent state storage
• Security and anti-fraud cookies

Legal basis: Article 6(1)(f) GDPR — legitimate interest in ensuring the secure and functional operation of the Website.

3.2 Analytics / Statistics Cookies

Purpose: These cookies collect information about how visitors use the Website, including which pages are visited most often, navigation patterns, and error messages. This information is used to improve the Website's performance and user experience.

Tools used: Google Analytics (via Google Tag Manager)

Data collected:

• IP address (anonymised where possible)
• Pages visited
• Time spent on pages
• Referring website
• Device and browser type

Legal basis: Article 6(1)(a) GDPR — consent of the data subject.

Analytics cookies are activated only after explicit consent is granted via the Cookiebot consent banner.

3.3 Marketing Cookies (Not Currently Used)

The Website does not currently use marketing, advertising, or targeting cookies. If such cookies are introduced in the future, consent will be required in accordance with Article 6(1)(a) GDPR.

4. Consent Management

Users may grant, refuse, or withdraw consent at any time via:

• The Cookiebot consent banner displayed upon first visit to the Website; or
• The cookie settings link available in the footer of the Website.

Withdrawing consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

5. Cookie Retention Periods

Cookie retention periods depend on the specific cookie and the provider. Detailed and up-to-date information regarding individual cookies, their providers, purposes, and retention periods is available in the Cookiebot Cookie Declaration accessible on the Website.

6. Managing Cookies via Browser Settings

Users may also manage or delete cookies via their browser settings. Please note that disabling strictly necessary cookies may impair the functionality of the Website.

Instructions for managing cookies in common browsers:

• Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
• Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data

7. Third-Party Services

The Website uses third-party services that may set cookies, including:

The Controller is not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party services. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of these providers.

8. International Data Transfers

Third-party cookies (e.g. Google Analytics) may result in the transfer of personal data to countries outside the EU/EEA, including the United States. Such transfers are safeguarded by appropriate mechanisms in accordance with Chapter V of the GDPR, including Standard Contractual Clauses or the EU–US Data Privacy Framework.

9. Changes to This Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements, cookie usage, or Website functionality. The "Last updated" date at the top of this document indicates the most recent revision.

10. Contact

For questions regarding this Cookie Policy or cookie usage, please contact: