Introduction
This Cookie Policy (“Policy”) supplements our Online Privacy Policy and explains how Friends of the Lutheran Church in Norway and Iceland (“FOLCNI,” “we,” “us,” and “our”) use cookies and similar technologies to recognize individuals who access our website and sub-domains (“users” or “you”) when they visit our website and interact with the content and ads that are posted on the website. This Policy outlines the types of cookies and other similar technologies used on our website, why we use them, and what your rights are to control the use of them. For a comprehensive understanding of the types of information that we collect, how we use the information that we collect, and why we collect certain types of information, please read our Online Privacy Policy, which is incorporated herein by reference. Capitalized terms not defined in this Policy have the meanings set forth in our Online Privacy Policy.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small data files which are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website or use an online service. Cookies are widely used by website owners in order to make their websites work, or to work more efficiently, as well as to provide reporting information. For example, cookies enable us to identify you and remember your preferences so we can enhance your experience on our website. They also help us serve you ads relevant to your professional interests. Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, FOLCNI) are called “first-party cookies.” Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called “third-party cookies.” Third-party cookies enable third-party features or functionality to be provided on or through the website (e.g., like advertising, interactive content and analytics). The parties that set these third-party cookies can recognize your computer both when it visits the website in question and when it visits certain other websites.
Why Do We Use Cookies?
We use first- and third-party cookies for several reasons. Some cookies are required for technical reasons in order for our website to operate, and we refer to these as “essential” or “strictly necessary” cookies. Other cookies also enable us to track and target the interests of our users to enhance the experience of users. Third parties may serve cookies through our website for analytics and other purposes. This is described in more detail below. The specific types of first- and third-party cookies served through our website and the purposes they perform are described below.
What Personal Information Do Cookies Collect?
The type of Personal Information collected through our use of cookies depends on the type of cookie utilized. Collectively, FOLCNI may use cookies which collect Personal Information including but not limited to your name, home address, email address, or telephone number, preferences, information about the webpages you visit, IP address, and your geographic location.
What Types of Cookies Are Used?
We use the following cookies:
· Strictly Necessary Cookies
These are cookies that are required for the operation of the website. They include, for example, cookies that enable you to log into secure areas of the website, use a shopping cart or make use of e-billing services.
· Analytical/Performance Cookies
These cookies may allow us to recognize and count the number of visitors and to see how visitors move around our website when they are using it. This helps us to improve the way the website works, for example, by ensuring that users are finding what they are looking for easily.
· Anonymized Cookies
These cookies ensure that anonymous data about your surfing behaviour is collected every time you visit the website. This way we can see how visitors use the website and improve on that basis. We may use anonymized analytical cookies for tracking the number of visitors to our web pages, tracking the amount of time each visitor spends on our web pages, keeping track of the order in which a visitor visits the different pages of our website, assessing which parts of our site need updating, measuring and optimizing the performance of our marketing campaigns, redirecting traffic from different channels.
· Functionality Cookies
These cookies may be used to recognize you when you return to the website. This enables us to personalize our content for you, greet you by name and remember your preferences (for example, your choice of language or region).
Individual Cookies
You can find more information about the individual cookies we use and the purposes for which we use them in the table below:
| Cookie | Name | Type of Cookie | Purpose | More information |
| [COOKIE TITLE] | [COOKIE NAME] | [DESCRIPTION OF THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH USED]
This cookie [is essential for our site to][enables us to]: [Estimate our audience size and usage pattern.]
|
[WHERE APPROPRIATE, INSERT LINK TO EXTERNAL INFORMATION] |
Please note that third parties (including, for example, providers of external services) may also use cookies, over which we have no control. These cookies are likely to be analytical/performance cookies cookies. You may block cookies by activating the setting on your browser that allows you to refuse the setting of all or some cookies. However, if you use your browser settings to block all cookies (including essential cookies) you may not be able to access all or parts of the website. Except for Strictly Necessary Cookies, all cookies will expire after [INSERT EXPIRY PERIOD ].
How to Manage Preferences and Provide or Withdraw Consent
You have the ability to manage cookie-related preferences and to provide and withdraw consent to the use of those cookies on your devices through options provided by our website, such as through the banner cookie notification we provide . You can manage preferences related to cookies from directly within your own device settings, for example, by preventing the use or storage of cookies. It is also possible, via relevant browser or device features, to delete previously stored cookies, including those used to remember your initial consent. Other cookies in the browser’s local memory may be cleared by deleting the browsing history. Additionally, you can manage many cookies used for online advertising via the consumer choice tools created under self-regulation programs in many countries, such as the US-based YourAdChoices, the Canada-based AdChoices or the EU-based Your Online Choices. With regard to any third-party cookies, you can manage your preferences and withdraw your consent via the related opt-out link (where provided), by using the means indicated in the third-party’s privacy policy, or by contacting the third party.
Consequences of Denying Consent
Users are free to decide whether or not to grant consent. However, please note that cookies help us to provide a better experience and advanced functionalities to you (in line with the purposes outlined in this document). Therefore, in the absence of your consent, we may be unable to provide related features.
EU Cookie Law
The EU Privacy Directive (so called “EU Cookie Law”), which became effective in May 2011, concerns the processing of personal data and the protection of privacy in the electronic communications sector. Under the EU Privacy Directive, users should be provided with clear and comprehensive information when engaging in any activity which could result in such storage or gaining of access. The methods of providing information and offering the right to refuse should be as user-friendly as possible. Exceptions to the obligation to provide information and offer the right to refuse should be limited to those situations where the technical storage or access is strictly necessary for the legitimate purpose of enabling the use of a specific service explicitly requested by the subscriber or user. Where it is technically possible and effective, in accordance with the relevant provisions of Directive 95/46/EC, the user’s consent to processing may be expressed by using the appropriate settings of a browser or other application. The enforcement of these requirements should be made more effective by way of enhanced powers granted to the relevant national authorities.
Cookie Banner and Settings
Proposed Cookie Notice Banner
Cookie Notice: We Value Your Privacy
We may use cookies on our website to enhance your user experience, analyze site usage, and provide personalized content. By clicking “Accept All Cookies,” you agree to the storing of first- and third-party cookies on your device, in accordance with our Cookie Policy. You can manage your preferences or learn more about the cookies we use by clicking “Cookie Settings” at any time.
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Please note that “Cookie Policy” and “Cookie Settings” should be linked to the respective pages on the FOLCNI website. The cookie notification should be easily visible and accessible to users upon entering FOLCNI site, and it should remain visible until they make their choice. Users should be able to change their preferences at any time.
Proposed Cookie Settings Window
Cookie Settings
We value your privacy and want you to have control over the cookies used on our website. Below is a list of different types of cookies we use, along with a brief description and a switch to enable or disable each type. Please note that disabling certain types of cookies may impact the functionality of our website.
- Strictly Necessary Cookies [ON] [OFF] These cookies are essential for the proper functioning of our website. They enable core features such as security, network management, and accessibility. Disabling these cookies may result in a degraded user experience and reduced website performance.
- Analytical/Performance Cookies [ON] [OFF] These cookies collect anonymous data to help us understand how visitors use our website. This information is used to improve site performance, user experience, and to identify any potential issues. Turning off these cookies will not affect your experience on the site, but it may limit our ability to enhance and optimize the website for future visits.
- Anonymized Cookies [ON] [OFF] Anonymized cookies gather data in a way that does not directly identify anyone. These cookies are used to generate aggregated statistics that help us understand user behavior and tailor content accordingly. Disabling these cookies will not impact your browsing experience but may reduce the relevancy of content and recommendations on our site.
- Functionality Cookies [ON] [OFF] Functionality cookies remember your preferences and personal settings, such as language or region, to provide a customized experience. Disabling these cookies may result in a less personalized browsing experience and you may need to manually adjust your settings each time you visit the site.
Please note that your preferences will be saved for future visits, but you can update your cookie settings at any time by revisiting this page.
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