Cookie Policy

Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how BoldCrest SH.P.K. (“BoldCrest”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit boldcrest.com and any related websites, services, or digital experiences operated by us.

This Policy should be read together with our Privacy Notice.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, improve user experience, remember preferences, analyze website performance, and support marketing activities.

Cookies may be stored for a limited period of time or until manually deleted.

Types of Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation and security of our website and cannot be disabled through our cookie preferences system.

They may be used to:

• Maintain website functionality
• Enable navigation
• Protect against fraud and abuse
• Manage security and authentication
• Remember privacy and cookie preferences

Without these cookies, certain parts of the website may not function correctly.

Analytics Cookies

Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website.

These cookies may collect information such as:

• Pages visited
• Time spent on pages
• Navigation paths
• Device and browser information
• Referral sources
• Website performance metrics

We use this information to improve our website, services, and user experience.

We currently use Google Analytics 4, provided by Google, for website analytics. It sets cookies such as “_ga” and “_ga_*”, typically stored for up to two years, and loads only after you accept analytics cookies. We also use Vercel Web Analytics, which measures aggregate traffic without using cookies.

Functional Cookies

Functional cookies allow the website to remember choices and preferences, such as:

• Language settings
• Region preferences
• Form information
• User interface preferences

These cookies help provide a more personalized experience.

Advertising and Marketing Cookies

Where applicable, we may use marketing technologies to understand the effectiveness of our advertising and to deliver more relevant content.

These technologies may be provided by advertising and social media platforms and may track interactions across websites and devices.

Where you accept marketing cookies, we use the Meta (Facebook) Pixel, provided by Meta Platforms, to measure the performance of our advertising and to show more relevant ads. It sets a cookie named “_fbp”, typically stored for about three months, and shares limited interaction data with Meta. No marketing cookies are set unless you accept them.

Cookies We Currently Use

The specific cookies and similar technologies we currently use are:

• boldcrest-cookie-consent (BoldCrest) — remembers your cookie choice. Strictly necessary; stored for about one year.
• _ga, _ga_* (Google Analytics 4, by Google) — measures website usage and performance. Analytics; stored for up to two years. Set only after you accept.
• _fbp (Meta / Facebook Pixel, by Meta Platforms) — measures advertising performance and supports retargeting. Marketing; stored for about three months. Set only after you accept.

We also use Vercel Web Analytics, which measures aggregate traffic without cookies. This list may change as our technology evolves; the categories above always describe how each technology is used.

Third-Party Technologies

We may use trusted third-party services that place cookies or similar technologies on our website, including services related to:

• Website analytics
• Hosting and infrastructure
• Advertising and marketing
• Social media integrations
• Performance monitoring
• Embedded content

The specific providers used by BoldCrest may change over time as our technology stack evolves.

Cookie Consent

Where required by applicable law, we will request your consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device.

You may withdraw or modify your consent at any time through our cookie settings tool, if available, or through your browser settings.

Strictly necessary cookies do not require consent because they are essential for the operation of the website.

Managing Cookies

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings.

You can generally:

• View stored cookies
• Delete cookies
• Block cookies
• Configure cookie preferences
• Receive notifications before cookies are stored

Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality and your browsing experience.

Helpful browser resources may be available from:

• Google Chrome
• Mozilla Firefox
• Safari
• Microsoft Edge

Refer to your browser provider's documentation for the most current instructions.

Similar Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies such as:

• Pixels
• Tags
• Local storage
• Session storage
• Web beacons

These technologies serve similar purposes, including functionality, analytics, security, and marketing.

International Visitors

Our website may be accessed from countries around the world.

Where required by applicable privacy laws, including the GDPR, UK GDPR, and Albanian data protection legislation, we will seek consent for non-essential cookies before they are used.

Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in law, technology, or our business practices.

Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

Contact Us

If you have questions regarding our use of cookies or similar technologies, please contact:

Email: info@boldcrest.com