Cookie Policy
belux (https://www.belux.com) uses proprietary cookies that we manage ourselves (first-party cookies) as well as cookies managed or placed by third parties (third-party cookies). belux informs you on the use and purpose of these cookies in this Cookie Policy.
What are cookies?
As the administrator of this website, belux uses so-called 'cookies'. Cookies are small data or text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website or use a (mobile) application that stores certain user information. Cookie files contain unique codes which, for example, allow your browser to recognise you when you visit our website and thus improve your user experience.
Cookies have an expiration date depending on whether they are session cookies or persistent cookies. Session cookies contain information that is used during your on-going browser session. These cookies are automatically deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies are used to store information in-between visits to the website. This data enables the website to recognise you as a returning visitor and therefore respond accordingly, by storing your language preferences, for example. Persistent cookies have a longer lifespan which is determined by the website.
Since cookies are also personal data, this Cookie Policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy, which you can view on https://www.belux.com/en/cookiepolicy. The processing of personal data is subject to European General Data Protection Regulation 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 April 2016 on the protection of individuals with regard to the processing of personal data and on the free movement of such data (GDPR) and to the Belgian Law of 30 July 2018 on the protection of individuals with regard to the processing of personal data.
Why does this website use cookies?
There are different types of cookies, depending on their functionality, origin and/or retention period.
belux mainly uses functional (necessary) cookies to ensure the website works optimally. These cookies are technically necessary for the proper functioning and security of the website. This improves the user experience for visitors. These cookies are placed without consent as they are used by belux for a purpose that is considered a legitimate interest.
In addition, belux uses non-functional cookies that are placed for statistical or commercial purposes. belux uses cookies for analytical purposes in order to measure visits to the website. These cookies show how the website is used. For example, we know how many times a particular page is read, how much time someone spends on our website, etc. We conduct statistical analyses of the information we receive in this way. These statistical findings allow us to improve the structure, navigation and content of our website and related services. We also use this data for general reporting on our services or in the context of surveys in which we participate. No personal data is passed on in this context. The consent of each visitor is required for the placement of these cookies.
By disabling cookies, certain sections of the website may not function optimally and certain functionalities and services may not be used.
You will find a list of all cookies used on this website below.
Which cookies does this website use?
1) Functional cookies:
| Name | Type | Expiry date | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| cookie_pref_set | First party | 1 year | Determine whether cookie settings have been saved |
| allow_cookie_necessary | First party | 1 year | Necessary cookies allowed or not |
| allow_cookie_analytics | First party | 1 year | Analytics cookies allowed or not |
| allow_cookie_social | First party | 1 year | Social cookies allowed or not |
| allow_cookie_advertising | First party | 1 year | Advertising cookies allowed or not |
2) Non-functional cookies:
| Name | Type | Expiry date | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| _gid | Third party | 1 day | Google Analytics |
| _ga | Third party | 2 years | Google Analytics |
| _fbp | Third party | 1 week | Facebook advertisement |
Disabling and deleting cookies
All common browsers allow you to check the settings or options or indicate which cookies you allow. Use your browser's help function if you cannot find these settings. In your browser settings, you can view and delete the current cookies on your computer, and choose not to accept them in the future.
The following links provide you with all the necessary explanations on how to manage cookies.
| Firefox | Chrome | Safari | Internet Explorer |
| Firefox (mobiel) | Chrome (mobiel) | Safari (mobiel) | Microsoft Edge |
If you have given www.belux.com permission to use non-functional cookies, you can change this setting at any time and the cookies already installed will be deleted. You can do this through the link below:
By disabling cookies, certain sections of the website may not function optimally and certain functionalities and services may not be used.
Contact
If you have any questions or comments regarding our Cookie Policy, you can contact us by e-mail at belux@belux.com or by post at belux, belux AG Neufeldweg 6 CH-5103 Möriken
For more information on exercising your rights, please visit https://www.belux.com/en/cookiepolicy.