Cookies & trackers
Cookie policy
Version dated 20 November 2025. This policy explains how DATASHIELD Risk Consulting uses cookies and other tracking technologies on datashieldconsulting.com and how you can configure them.
This policy complements the Privacy policy, which describes more broadly how we process personal data.
01 / What is a cookie?
A cookie is a small text file stored on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. During its validity period, it allows the website to recognise the device and remember certain information about your browsing.
Similar technologies may also be used (tags, trackers, pixels, local storage, etc.). In this policy, “cookies” refers to all such mechanisms.
02 / Who sets cookies on this website?
Cookies can be set by several parties:
- DATASHIELD Risk Consulting: first-party cookies necessary for core operation and baseline features.
- Technical providers and partners (e.g. analytics, consent management, marketing platforms): third-party cookies.
The precise list of cookies and partners can evolve depending on tools used (analytics, campaigns, etc.). This policy is updated regularly.
03 / Cookie categories
Cookies used on this website can be grouped into categories:
a. Strictly necessary cookies
Required for the website to function (page rendering, security, sessions, language choice, cookie banner, etc.). These do not require your prior consent.
b. Analytics and performance cookies
Used to measure traffic and understand usage (pages, journeys, visit time, technical errors) to improve our content and UX.
c. Marketing / advertising cookies
Where campaigns are used (e.g. Google Ads, LinkedIn, Meta), third-party cookies may be set to measure effectiveness and attribution. These are always subject to your prior consent.
d. Preference cookies
Used to remember certain choices (language, interface preferences) to improve browsing comfort.
04 / Legal basis and consent management
In accordance with applicable regulations (GDPR and ePrivacy rules), non-essential cookies rely on your prior consent.
On your first visit, a banner informs you and allows you to:
- accept all non-essential cookies,
- refuse them (except strictly necessary cookies),
- or customise your choices by category.
You can change your choice at any time using the cookie settings link/button available on the website.
05 / Browser settings
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Depending on the browser, you can block cookies, delete existing cookies, or configure site-by-site permissions.
Note: blocking strictly necessary cookies may degrade the user experience and prevent access to some features.
06 / Retention
Cookie lifespan varies depending on their purpose and category. We aim to limit retention and respect applicable recommendations.