Cookie Policy – Growshoppers

Introduction

Growshoppers uses cookies on its website https://www.growshoppers.eu/. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can manage them. By using our website, you agree to the use of cookies as outlined in this policy.

What are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer, smartphone, or other devices when you visit a website. These files contain information that is used to enhance your user experience and analyze website usage.

Types of Cookies We Use

We use different types of cookies depending on their function and purpose. Below is an overview of the cookies we use:

1. Necessary Cookies
   These cookies are essential for the functioning of our website and cannot be disabled in our systems. They are typically set only in response to actions you have taken, such as setting preferences or filling in forms.

   • Example: Cookies that ensure the shopping cart works or maintain session information while navigating between pages.

2. Preference Cookies
   These cookies allow the website to remember your preferences, such as language settings or region, so we can provide you with an enhanced, personalized experience.

   • Example: Language settings, regional preferences, etc.

3. Statistics Cookies
   These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the website by collecting and reporting information. These cookies are used to gather statistics about website usage (e.g., number of visitors, pages visited, time spent on the website).

   • Example: Google Analytics cookies to analyze website traffic and improve the website.

4. Marketing Cookies
   Marketing cookies are used to display advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They are also used to measure and track the effectiveness of advertisements.

   • Example: Cookies from Google Ads, Facebook Pixel, and other advertising platforms.

Why Do We Use Cookies?

We use cookies to improve your experience on our website, ensure the functionality of the website, and gain insights into how the website is used. This helps us optimize the website and provide relevant content and advertisements to you.

Managing Cookies

You can accept or decline cookies through the settings of your web browser. Most web browsers accept cookies by default, but you can adjust your browser settings to decline cookies or be notified when a cookie is sent. Please note that rejecting cookies may impact the functionality of the website, and some services may not work properly.

• Google Chrome: Google Chrome Cookie Settings

• Mozilla Firefox: Mozilla Firefox Cookie Settings

• Safari: Safari Cookie Settings

Additionally, we offer you the option to manage your consent for cookies through our cookie banner on your first visit to our website.

Your Consent

When you first visit our website, we ask for your consent to use cookies. You can withdraw your consent at any time by changing your cookie settings. If you withdraw your consent, no new non-essential cookies will be set. You can also manage cookies through your browser settings at any time.

Third-Party Cookies

We work with various third-party providers who may also set cookies on our website. These include:

• Google Analytics: For collecting statistics on website usage.

• Google Ads: For serving targeted advertisements.

• Social Media Platforms: We use cookies from social media platforms such as Facebook and Instagram to share content and provide targeted advertising.

We have no control over the cookies set by these third parties, so we recommend you review their privacy and cookie policies to learn more about how they use cookies.

• Google Analytics Privacy Policy: Google Analytics

• Facebook Privacy Policy: Facebook Privacy Policy

Your Rights

You have the right to manage or withdraw the cookies we place at any time. This can be done in the following ways:

• Managing Cookie Settings: You can manage the cookies stored on your device through your browser settings (see the links above).

• Withdrawing Consent: You can withdraw your consent to the use of cookies at any time via the cookie settings on our website.

Additionally, you have the right to object to the processing of your data for marketing purposes.

Changes to this Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to comply with legal requirements or to reflect changes in our business practices. We recommend that you review this policy regularly to stay informed about the latest changes.

Last updated: 15-5-2025

Contact

If you have any questions regarding this Cookie Policy or would like more information on the use of cookies on our website, you can contact us using the following contact details:

• Email: [email protected]

• Phone: +49 176 34374931

• Address: Bergstraße 25, 52511 Geilenkirchen, Germany