This cookie policy explains what cookies are and how we use them. You should read this policy to understand what cookies are, how we use them, the types of cookies we use (i.e., the information we collect with cookies) and how to control your cookie preferences.
Your consent applies to the following domains: www.independent-energyproject.eu. You can at any time change or withdraw your consent as explained below.
For further information on how we use, store and process your personal data securely and what rights you have, please see our privacy policy.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are used to store small pieces of information. The cookies are stored on your device when the website is loaded into your browser. The number and structure of cookies may depend on which type of device you are using (mobile device or computer).
How do we use cookies?
The INDEPENDENT website uses both first-party cookies and third-party cookies for a number of purposes.
First-party cookies are set and controlled by us (INDEPENDENT website) and they can only be viewed by us. Third-party cookies set by the third-party software that we use on our website.
Three categories of cookies are used: functional and marketing/tracking.
Functional cookies
Functional cookies necessary for operating the core functions of INDEPENDENT website and are placed by us (first-party cookies). They help improve your experience on the site and make it easier for you to use. These cookies are always active and do not require consent as they are solely used for 1) data transmission over an electronic communication network and 2) for services explicitly requested by the user (you).
Marketing/Tracking cookies
These cookies are used for marketing and/or tracking purposes and are solely set by third-party software that we use on our website. These cookies require your consent and will allow for an improved and enhanced user experience of our website, e.g., access to project videos hosted by YouTube or links to our social media platforms.
Social Media
Our website links to INDEPENDENT accounts on different social media platforms (third-party websites). These links will only work if 1) you have accepted all cookies on the INDEPENDENT website, or 2) you have previously accepted the cookies directly on the third-party website in question.
How can I control my cookie consent?
The cookie consent form opens when you access our web site the first time. Here you can set your settings according to your preferences: Accept, Customise, or Reject.
Any software that requires your consent will not start until you have approved it. You can change these settings or revoke your consent at any time by clicking on the “Consent Preferences” tab in the left bottom of your screen.
In addition to this, different browsers provide different methods to block and delete cookies used by websites. You can change the settings of your browser to block/delete the cookies. To find out more out more on how to manage and delete cookies, visit wikipedia.org, www.allaboutcookies.org.
