Cookie policy
Cookie policy
Connected Data Group B.V. (hereinafter: "CDG", "we" or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on its websites connecteddatagroup.com and connecteddataacademy.com. This cookie policy explains which cookies we use, for what purpose, and how you can manage your preferences.
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your browser when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work, work more efficiently, and provide information to the owners of the website.
2. Which cookies do we use?
Essential cookies (always active)
These cookies are necessary for the website to function. Without these cookies, certain basic functions cannot work.
| Cookie | Purpose | Retention |
|---|---|---|
| XSRF-TOKEN | Protection against cross-site request forgery | Session |
| laravel_session | Session identification | 2 hours |
| cookie_consent | Remembers your cookie preferences | 1 year |
Analytical cookies (with consent)
These cookies help us understand how visitors use the website, so we can improve the user experience.
| Cookie | Purpose | Retention |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics, distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| ga* | Google Analytics 4, session information | 2 years |
Marketing/tracking cookies (with consent)
These cookies are used to track visitors across websites and show relevant advertisements. We do not currently place these cookies, but we reserve the option to do so in the future. You will always be asked for consent first.
3. Cookie banner and consent
On your first visit to our website, a cookie banner appears that allows you to set your preferences. You can choose which categories of cookies you accept. Essential cookies cannot be disabled, as they are necessary for the website to function.
You can change your cookie preferences at any time via the button at the bottom of each page or via .
4. Third-party cookies
We use third-party services that may place their own cookies:
- Google Analytics (Google LLC), for website statistics. Google may process this data on servers in the US. We have entered into a data processing agreement with Google and enabled IP anonymisation.
5. Managing cookies via your browser
In addition to our cookie banner, you can also manage cookies via your browser settings. You can block or delete cookies. Please note that blocking essential cookies may affect the operation of the website.
Instructions per browser:
- Chrome: Settings -> Privacy and security -> Cookies
- Firefox: Settings -> Privacy and Security -> Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences -> Privacy -> Cookies and Website Data
- Edge: Settings -> Cookies and site permissions
6. Retention periods
Cookies are not retained longer than necessary for the purpose for which they were placed. The specific retention periods are listed in the table above.
7. Your rights
You have the right to:
- Withdraw your consent at any time
- Delete cookies via your browser settings
- Request information about the cookies we place
For questions about our cookie policy, you can contact us at info@connecteddatagroup.com.
8. Changes
This cookie policy may be amended. The most current version is always available on this page. Last update: March 2026.