Cookie Policy

At CheckYourSTD.com, we use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, improve the performance of our website, and ensure that our services are secure and user-friendly. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how and why we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.

By continuing to browse our website or using our services, you agree to the placement of cookies as described in this policy, unless you choose to disable them.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website. These files contain information that can be retrieved by the website to recognize your browser, remember your preferences, and provide relevant functionality or content.

Cookies are widely used across the internet and play an essential role in delivering a smooth, personalized user experience.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

At CheckYourSTD.com, we use several types of cookies, each serving different purposes. These include:

a) Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of our website and the functionality of core services, such as placing orders and accessing secure areas. Without these cookies, some services cannot be provided.

Examples include:

  • Remembering items in your cart

  • Keeping you logged in during your session

  • Enabling secure payment processing

b) Performance & Analytics Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often, how users navigate through the site, and if they experience any errors. This helps us improve the structure and content of our website for a better user experience.

We use tools such as Google Analytics, and all data collected is anonymized—we do not store IP addresses or personally identifiable information.

Examples include:

  • Understanding bounce rates and page visit durations

  • Monitoring website performance

  • Identifying broken links or slow-loading pages

c) Functional Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make, such as language preferences or region selection. They enhance the usability of the site and help deliver more tailored services.

Examples include:

  • Remembering your preferred language (e.g., Dutch, English)

  • Saving form input across sessions

  • Showing content relevant to your location

d) Marketing & Third-Party Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and track the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns. They may be set by us or by third-party platforms such as Google Ads or Facebook.

We do not sell or share your personal data, but these cookies may be used by external platforms to track your interaction across websites.

Examples include:

  • Retargeting ads for users who have visited our site

  • Measuring campaign effectiveness (e.g., ad clicks and conversions)

3. Cookies Used by Embedded Content

Some pages on our website may include content from third-party platforms (e.g., YouTube, Google Maps, or embedded social media feeds). These third parties may set their own cookies, which are beyond our control.

We recommend reviewing the privacy and cookie policies of those external providers for more information.

4. How Long Are Cookies Stored?

The lifespan of a cookie depends on its type:

  • Session cookies are temporary and are deleted once you close your browser.

  • Persistent cookies remain on your device until they expire or you delete them manually.

We set most cookies for a maximum duration of 12 months, after which you will be prompted again to review your preferences.

5. How to Manage or Disable Cookies

You have full control over your cookie preferences.

When you first visit CheckYourSTD.com, a cookie banner will appear asking for your consent. You can choose to accept all cookies, decline non-essential ones, or customize your preferences.

You can also change your cookie settings at any time via:

  • Our cookie settings panel (available in the footer of our site)

  • Your browser settings, where you can block or delete existing cookies

Below are links to manage cookies in popular browsers:

Please note: Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website and limit your ability to use some features.

6. Your Rights Under GDPR

As a user based in the European Union, you have the right to:

  • Be informed about how cookies are used

  • Provide or withdraw consent for non-essential cookies

  • Access or request deletion of data associated with cookies

  • Object to profiling or tracking through cookies

For more information or to exercise any of your rights, please contact us at support@checkmystd.com.

7. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the law, our services, or technologies we use. Any updates will be published on this page with the new effective date listed below.

Last updated: 01-10-2024