Cookie Policy
Last Updated: December 2024
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit our website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners about user behaviour and preferences.
Spherix B.V. uses cookies on our website (spherix.world) to enhance your browsing experience, analyse website traffic, and understand where our visitors are coming from. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are strictly necessary 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 which amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.
Analytics Cookies
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site.
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
Marketing Cookies
These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other sites.
Cookie Details
The following table provides details about the specific cookies we use on our website:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Stores user's cookie consent preferences | 1 year | Essential |
| _ga | Google Analytics - Distinguishes unique users | 2 years | Analytics |
| _ga_[ID] | Google Analytics - Stores session state | 2 years | Analytics |
| _gid | Google Analytics - Distinguishes users | 24 hours | Analytics |
| session_id | Maintains user session during website visit | Session | Functional |
| preferences | Stores user interface preferences | 30 days | Functional |
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We use the following third-party services that may set cookies:
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to analyse how visitors use our website. Google Analytics generates statistical and other information about website use by means of cookies. The information about your use of our website is transmitted to and stored by Google on servers in the United States and other countries.
Google Fonts
Our website uses Google Fonts to display custom fonts. When you visit our website, your browser may download fonts from Google's servers, which may result in Google collecting certain information about your visit.
Content Delivery Networks (CDN)
We use CDN services to deliver website content efficiently. These services may set cookies to optimise content delivery and may collect information about your device and browsing behaviour.
How to Manage Cookies
You have several options for managing cookies on our website:
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customise your preferences. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the cookie settings link in our website footer.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can set your browser to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject all cookies
- Notify you when a cookie is set
- Delete cookies when you close your browser
- Block cookies from specific websites
Browser-Specific Instructions
Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
Opt-Out Options
You can opt out of specific tracking services:
Google Analytics
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on, available at: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Do Not Track
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. Currently, there is no industry standard for how websites should respond to Do Not Track signals, so our website does not currently respond to these signals.
Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly. Specifically:
- Your cookie preferences will not be remembered
- Contact forms may not work correctly
- Website personalisation features may be unavailable
- We will not be able to analyse website performance and improve user experience
- Some third-party integrations may not function properly
Essential cookies are necessary for basic website functionality and cannot be disabled without affecting the operation of our website.
Data Protection and Privacy
Cookie data is processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). We ensure that:
- Cookie data is collected and processed lawfully and fairly
- We have a legal basis for processing cookie data
- Cookie data is used only for the purposes specified in this policy
- We implement appropriate security measures to protect cookie data
- Cookie data is retained only for as long as necessary
For more information about how we handle personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our use of cookies, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make significant changes, we will:
- Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
- Notify users through our cookie consent banner
- Send email notifications to registered users where appropriate
- Post notices on our website
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
Contact Information
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:
Spherix B.V.
Nieuwstraat 45
4828 UH Breda
North Brabant, Netherlands
Email: privacy@spherix.world
Phone: +31 108899893
General Contact: contact@spherix.world
Manage Your Cookie Preferences
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the button below: