Cookies Policy
ArticleCentral.com
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how ArticleCentral.com (“Company”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website.
By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy, unless you disable them through your browser or cookie preferences.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, improve user experience, and provide analytical and marketing insights.
Cookies may be:
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Session Cookies – deleted when you close your browser
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Persistent Cookies – remain stored for a defined period
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First-Party Cookies – set by our website
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Third-Party Cookies – set by external service providers
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of the website. They enable:
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Secure login
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Checkout process
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Digital product delivery
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Fraud prevention
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Account authentication
Without these cookies, core functionalities cannot be provided.
Legal basis (EU/EEA):
Article 6(1)(f) GDPR – Legitimate interest.
3.2 Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous data such as:
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Pages visited
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Time spent
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Conversion behavior
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Traffic sources
We may use services such as:
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Google Analytics
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Google Tag Manager
Legal basis (EU/EEA):
Article 6(1)(a) GDPR – Consent.
3.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies allow us to remember:
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Language preferences
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Saved cart data
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Account settings
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Personalization features
Legal basis: Consent or legitimate interest depending on jurisdiction.
3.4 Marketing & Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to:
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Deliver relevant advertisements
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Measure campaign performance
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Retarget visitors
We may work with:
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Meta Platforms, Inc.
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Google Ads
These cookies are only activated with your explicit consent (EU/EEA).
Legal basis: Article 6(1)(a) GDPR – Consent.
4. Third-Party Services
Some cookies are placed by third-party services integrated into our platform, including:
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Payment processors
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Hosting providers
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Security services
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Analytics providers
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Email marketing platforms
These third parties may process data according to their own privacy policies.
5. How Long Do Cookies Stay?
Retention periods vary:
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Session cookies: deleted upon browser close
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Persistent cookies: stored between 30 days and 24 months, depending on purpose
You may delete cookies at any time via your browser settings.
6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can:
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Adjust cookie preferences through our Cookie Banner
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Block cookies in your browser settings
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Delete stored cookies at any time
Please note: disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality, including purchases and digital downloads.
7. Data Protection & Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect personal data processed via cookies.
Where required, we use:
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IP anonymization
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Data processing agreements
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Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) for international transfers
8. International Data Transfers
If you access our website from outside the country where our servers are located, your data may be transferred internationally.
Where required, we ensure compliance with:
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GDPR
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Applicable local data protection laws
9. Your Rights (EU/EEA Users)
Under the GDPR, you have the right to:
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Access your data
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Rectify inaccurate data
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Erase data
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Restrict processing
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Withdraw consent
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Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
To exercise your rights, contact:
[email protected]
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.
11. Contact
ArticleCentral.com
Florastrasse 20
5734 Reinach
Switzerland
