🍪 Cookie Policy
Last Updated: 31 July 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how Green Boat Engines uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website greenboatengines.nl. We are committed to being transparent about the data we collect and giving you control over your privacy preferences.
Table of Contents
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, tablet, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the website owners.
Cookies can be "session cookies" or "persistent cookies":
- Session cookies are temporary and are deleted from your device when you close your browser. They help our website remember what you chose on the previous page, avoiding the need to re-enter information.
- Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period specified in the cookie, or until you manually delete them. They help us recognise you as a returning visitor and remember your preferences.
In addition to cookies, we may use other similar tracking technologies such as web beacons (also known as pixel tags or clear GIFs), local storage, and session storage. These technologies serve similar purposes to cookies and are subject to the same privacy considerations.
2. How We Use Cookies
At Green Boat Engines, we use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:
- Essential website functionality: To enable core features such as shopping cart operation, secure checkout, user authentication, and session management. Without these cookies, the website cannot function properly.
- Performance and analytics: To understand how visitors interact with our website, which pages are most popular, and how we can improve the user experience. This helps us identify technical issues and optimise our site.
- Functionality and preferences: To remember your choices and settings (such as language, currency, and recently viewed products) so you do not have to re-enter them each time you visit.
- Marketing and advertising: To deliver relevant advertisements, measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns, and show you products that may interest you based on your browsing behaviour.
- Security and fraud prevention: To protect our website and our customers from malicious activity, unauthorised access, and fraudulent transactions.
We do not use cookies to collect personally identifiable information unless you voluntarily provide it (for example, by creating an account or placing an order). Where we do collect personal data through cookies, we handle it in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
We classify the cookies on our website into four categories, based on the guidelines of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and the EU ePrivacy Directive:
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies (Essential)
These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually set only in response to actions made by you, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms. You can set your browser to block or alert you about these cookies, but some parts of the site will not work if you do so.
- Shopping cart functionality
- Secure checkout and payment processing
- User authentication and account login
- Session management
- CSRF (Cross-Site Request Forgery) protection
- Load balancing and server routing
3.2 Functional Cookies (Preference)
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. If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly.
- Language and region selection
- Currency preference
- Remembering your login details (if you choose to stay logged in)
- Recently viewed products
- Font size and accessibility settings
- Live chat preferences
3.3 Analytics Cookies (Performance)
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site. All information collected by these cookies is aggregated and therefore anonymous. If you do not allow these cookies, we will not know when you have visited our site.
- Google Analytics (page views, session duration, bounce rate)
- Hotjar (user behaviour, heatmaps, scroll tracking)
- Page load speed monitoring
- Error tracking and reporting
- A/B testing and conversion tracking
3.4 Marketing Cookies (Targeting / Advertising)
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. They do not store directly personal information, but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising.
- Google Ads (conversion tracking, remarketing)
- Meta (Facebook) Pixel (audience building, retargeting)
- Microsoft Advertising (Bing Ads)
- Affiliate tracking
- Social media sharing and engagement
4. Detailed Cookie List
The following table provides detailed information about the cookies and similar technologies used on our website. This list is reviewed and updated regularly, but the specific cookies in use may change as we improve our services.
4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Green Boat Engines | Maintains user session state across page requests | Session |
| woocommerce_cart_hash | Green Boat Engines (WooCommerce) | Stores an encrypted representation of the shopping cart contents | Session |
| woocommerce_items_in_cart | Green Boat Engines (WooCommerce) | Records whether there are items in the shopping cart | Session |
| wp_woocommerce_session_ | Green Boat Engines (WooCommerce) | Contains a unique code for each customer to find cart data in the database | 2 days |
| cookie_consent | Green Boat Engines | Records your cookie consent preferences so the banner does not reappear | 1 year |
| csrf_token | Green Boat Engines | Security token to prevent cross-site request forgery attacks | Session |
| __cfduid / __cf_bm | Cloudflare | Identifies trusted web traffic and protects against malicious bots | 30 days |
4.2 Functional Cookies
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| language | Green Boat Engines | Remembers your selected language (English / Dutch / German) | 1 year |
| currency | Green Boat Engines | Remembers your preferred currency (EUR / GBP / USD) | 1 year |
| recently_viewed | Green Boat Engines | Stores product IDs of recently viewed items for quick access | 30 days |
| wishlist_items | Green Boat Engines | Stores product IDs in your wishlist | 1 year |
| chat_status | Green Boat Engines (Live Chat) | Remembers whether you have minimised or closed the live chat widget | Session |
4.3 Analytics Cookies
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Registers a unique ID to generate statistical data on how visitors use the website | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Registers a unique ID to generate statistical data on how visitors use the website | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Used by Google Analytics to throttle request rate | 1 minute |
| _gcl_au | Google Ads | Stores and tracks conversions for Google Ads campaigns | 3 months |
| _hjid | Hotjar | Sets a unique ID for the session to obtain data on visitor behaviour | 1 year |
| _hjIncludedInSample | Hotjar | Determines whether the user's navigation should be registered for statistical analysis | Session |
| _hjRecordingLastActivity | Hotjar | Sets a unique ID for the session to obtain data on visitor behaviour | Session |
4.4 Marketing Cookies
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Meta (Facebook) | Used by Facebook to deliver a series of advertisement products such as real-time bidding from third-party advertisers | 3 months |
| fr | Meta (Facebook) | Used by Facebook to deliver, measure, and improve the relevancy of ads | 3 months |
| tr | Meta (Facebook) | Used by Facebook to track page visits for remarketing and conversion tracking | Session |
| _gcl_aw | Google Ads | Stores information about ad clicks to attribute conversions to Google Ads campaigns | 3 months |
| _gcl_dc | Google Ads | Used for conversion tracking and remarketing in Google Display Network | 3 months |
| IDE | Google DoubleClick | Used by Google DoubleClick to register and report the website user's actions after viewing or clicking an advertiser's ad | 1 year |
| NID | Registers a unique ID to identify a returning user's device for ad personalisation | 6 months | |
| MUID | Microsoft (Bing) | Used by Microsoft as a unique user identifier for Bing Ads | 1 year |
| MUIDB | Microsoft (Bing) | Used by Microsoft to synchronise the MUID across Microsoft domains | 1 year |
Note: This is not an exhaustive list. The specific cookies in use may change as we update our website, add new features, or integrate new third-party services. We review this list quarterly and update it accordingly. If you have questions about a specific cookie not listed here, please contact us.
5. Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, we work with a number of trusted third-party service providers who may also set cookies on your device when you visit our website. These third-party cookies are used for analytics, advertising, payment processing, and social media integration.
5.1 Google (Analytics, Ads, DoubleClick, YouTube)
Google provides us with analytics tools (Google Analytics), advertising services (Google Ads), and display advertising (Google DoubleClick). Google may collect data about your online activities over time and across different websites. For more information about how Google uses your data, please visit:
- Google Privacy Policy
- Google Cookies Information
- Google Ad Settings (to manage personalised ads)
5.2 Meta (Facebook, Instagram)
Meta provides us with advertising and audience measurement services through the Facebook Pixel and Instagram integration. Meta may use cookies to show you relevant ads on Facebook, Instagram, and partner websites. For more information:
- Meta Privacy Policy
- Facebook Ad Preferences (to manage your ad settings)
5.3 Microsoft (Bing Ads)
Microsoft provides advertising services through Bing Ads. Microsoft may use cookies to track conversions and serve targeted ads. For more information:
5.4 Hotjar
Hotjar provides us with user behaviour analytics, including heatmaps, session recordings, and feedback polls. Hotjar cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website. For more information:
5.5 Cloudflare
Cloudflare provides us with content delivery network (CDN) services, DDoS protection, and security features. Cloudflare cookies help identify trusted traffic and protect against malicious bots. For more information:
5.6 Payment Processors (Mollie, Stripe, PayPal)
When you make a payment on our website, our payment processors may set cookies to process your transaction securely and prevent fraud. These cookies are essential for the payment process. For more information:
6. How to Manage Your Cookie Preferences
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to choose which categories of cookies you accept. You have the following options:
- Accept All Cookies: Enables all cookie categories (Necessary, Functional, Analytics, and Marketing).
- Reject Non-Essential Cookies: Enables only Strictly Necessary cookies. Functional, Analytics, and Marketing cookies will be disabled.
- Customise Preferences: Choose which specific categories you want to enable or disable.
Your preferences are stored in a cookie (ironically) so that the banner does not reappear on every visit. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of our website.
Impact of Disabling Cookies
Disabling certain categories of cookies will affect your experience on our website:
| Cookie Category | If Disabled |
|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | The website will not function. You will not be able to log in, add items to your cart, or complete a purchase. |
| Functional | Your preferences (language, currency, recently viewed) will not be remembered. You will need to re-select these on every visit. |
| Analytics | We will not be able to track your visit or analyse how you use our website. This does not affect your browsing experience directly. |
| Marketing | You will see less relevant advertisements. You will still see ads, but they will not be tailored to your interests. |
7. Browser-Specific Instructions
In addition to using our cookie consent banner, you can manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View the cookies that are stored on your device
- Delete individual cookies or all cookies
- Block cookies from specific websites or all websites
- Set preferences for when cookies expire
- Enable "Do Not Track" signals
Please note that if you disable cookies in your browser, you may not be able to use all the features of our website, and some pages may not display correctly.
How to Manage Cookies in Popular Browsers
| Browser | Instructions |
|---|---|
| Google Chrome | Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data. Here you can block all cookies, allow all cookies, or set exceptions for specific sites. |
| Mozilla Firefox | Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data. Choose from "Standard," "Strict," or "Custom" tracking protection. You can also clear cookies and manage exceptions. |
| Apple Safari | Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data. Choose to block all cookies or allow from websites you visit. On iOS: Settings → Safari → Block All Cookies. |
| Microsoft Edge | Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies. Choose your preferred level of tracking prevention (Basic, Balanced, or Strict). |
| Opera | Settings → Privacy & security → Cookies. Choose to block all cookies, allow all cookies, or manage exceptions. |
| Brave | Settings → Shields → Cookies. Choose to block all cookies, block cross-site cookies, or allow all cookies. |
Mobile Devices
On mobile devices, you can manage cookies through your device settings:
- iOS (iPhone/iPad): Settings → Safari → Block All Cookies (toggle on/off). For third-party browsers, check the browser's own settings.
- Android: Settings → Apps → [Browser Name] → Storage → Clear cache / Clear data. For Chrome: Chrome → Settings → Privacy → Clear browsing data → Cookies and site data.
Third-Party Opt-Out Tools
You can also opt out of targeted advertising from specific providers:
- Google Ads Settings — Manage personalised ads from Google
- Facebook Ad Preferences — Manage ads from Meta
- Your Online Choices (US) — Opt out of interest-based advertising from participating companies
- Your Online Choices (EU) — Manage your preferences for online behavioural advertising in Europe
- Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on — Prevent Google Analytics from tracking your visits
- Hotjar Opt-Out — Disable Hotjar tracking on all websites
8. Cookie Consent & Withdrawal
Under the EU ePrivacy Directive and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we are required to obtain your consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device. When you first visit our website, we present you with a cookie consent banner that explains the cookies we use and allows you to make an informed choice.
How We Record Consent
When you interact with the cookie banner, your choice is recorded in a consent cookie (named cookie_consent or similar) that stores:
- The categories of cookies you have accepted or rejected
- The date and time of your consent
- A unique identifier for your consent record (to demonstrate compliance if requested by a regulator)
This consent record is retained for 12 months (or until you clear your cookies). After 12 months, or if you clear your cookies, the banner will reappear and ask for your consent again.
Withdrawing Consent
You have the right to withdraw your consent to non-essential cookies at any time. To do this:
- Click the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of any page on our website
- Adjust your preferences by toggling off the categories you no longer wish to accept
- Click "Save Preferences"
Alternatively, you can delete all cookies from your browser (see Section 7 for instructions), which will reset your preferences and cause the consent banner to reappear on your next visit.
Withdrawing consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing that occurred before you withdrew consent. It also does not affect Strictly Necessary cookies, which are required for the website to function and are not dependent on consent.
9. Data Retention
The retention period for cookies varies depending on the type of cookie and its purpose:
| Cookie Category | Typical Retention Period | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Session cookies | Until browser is closed | Required for temporary session state (cart, login, form data) |
| Consent cookies | 12 months | To demonstrate compliance with ePrivacy and GDPR consent requirements |
| Functional cookies | 30 days to 1 year | To remember your preferences across visits |
| Analytics cookies | 24 hours to 26 months | To generate statistical reports. Data is aggregated and anonymised after 26 months. |
| Marketing cookies | 30 days to 1 year | To track ad performance and deliver relevant advertisements |
After the retention period expires, cookies are automatically deleted by your browser. You can also delete cookies manually at any time through your browser settings.
10. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use, changes in technology or regulation, or changes in our business practices. When we make significant changes, we will:
- Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
- Post a notice on our website or send an email to registered customers if the changes are material
- Update the cookie consent banner to reflect any new cookie categories
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically. Your continued use of our website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, the cookies we use, or how we handle your data, please contact us:
Attn: Data Protection / Cookie Enquiries
3631 NP Nieuwersluis
The Netherlands
Email: help@greenboatengines.nl
Phone: +31 97005030370
Website: https://greenboatengines.nl
VAT / BTW: NL001565913B83
Please include "Cookie Policy" in your subject line for priority routing.
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