Last updated: 2025-11-16

This Cookie Policy explains how Orca Crew Services B.V. (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website. It should be read together with our Privacy Policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They help the website function, improve your experience, and provide analytics and advertising insights.

Cookies may be:

• Session cookies – deleted when you close the browser.
• Persistent cookies – stored until they expire or are manually deleted.
• First-party cookies – placed by our website.
• Third-party cookies – placed by external services we use (e.g., Google, Meta, LinkedIn).

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be disabled. They include:

• Security and authentication cookies
• Form submission and navigation cookies
• Basic session cookies

Examples:
PHPSESSID, wp-settings, security tokens, etc.

2.2 Performance & Analytics Cookies

Used to understand how visitors interact with our website and improve functionality.

These include Google Analytics cookies:

• ga, _ga, _gid, _gat
• Device data
• Behavior data (pages viewed, time on page, interactions)

Google may process this data outside of the EU. Data is anonymized where possible.

2.3 Marketing & Advertising Cookies

Used to deliver personalized advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness.

We use:

Meta Pixel (Facebook/Instagram)

Tracks:

• Page visits
• Conversions
• Actions (clicks, forms submitted)
  Meta may combine this data with your social media profile.

LinkedIn Insight Tag

Tracks:

• Conversions
• Page interactions
• Ad performance
• Audience demographics

These services may process data outside the EU using Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs).

2.4 Functionality Cookies

Optional cookies that improve user experience, such as remembering preferences or form data. If used, these are optional and can be disabled.

3. Cookies Used On Our Website

Our website may store cookies such as:

Exact cookie names may vary depending on your website configuration.

4. Legal Basis for Using Cookies

Under the GDPR:

• Necessary cookies → legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f))
• Analytics & marketing cookies → consent (Art. 6(1)(a))

We only load analytics and marketing cookies if you give consent via our cookie banner.

5. How to Manage Cookies

5.1 Cookie Banner

Upon your first visit, a banner will ask you to:

• Accept all cookies
• Reject non-essential cookies
• Customize cookie settings

You may change cookie preferences at any time.

5.2 Browser Settings

You can block or delete cookies through your browser:

• Chrome
• Firefox
• Safari
• Edge
• Opera

Blocking cookies may affect website functionality.

5.3 Third-Party Opt-Out Tools

You may also opt out using:

• Google Analytics Opt-Out: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
• Meta Ad Preferences: https://www.facebook.com/ads/preferences
• LinkedIn Privacy Settings: https://www.linkedin.com/psettings/advertising
• General EU opt-out: https://www.youronlinechoices.com

6. Third-Party Cookies

Our website may allow the following third parties to place cookies:

• Google LLC
• Meta Platforms, Inc.
• LinkedIn Corporation
• Hosting and security services
• Marketing and analytics partners

These parties may process data outside the EU and rely on GDPR-approved safeguards.

7. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on this page.

8. Contact

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or data protection, contact:

Orca Crew Services B.V.
Oostperkweg 25, 4332SB Middelburg
The Netherlands
Email: crewing@orca-crew.com