Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 11, 2026

Aquascapedia uses cookies and similar technologies to ensure the website functions properly and to analyze how visitors interact with the site, in accordance with applicable EU cookie and data protection regulations.

1. What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. Cookies help ensure basic functionality, improve user experience, and provide insights into website usage.

2. Types of cookies we use

Essential cookies

Essential cookies are necessary for the website to function correctly. They enable core features such as security, accessibility, and consent management.

These cookies do not require consent.

Analytics cookies

Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors use the website, including:

  • Which pages are visited
  • How users navigate the site
  • Interaction patterns and overall website performance

Analytics cookies are only set after you have given consent.

The analytics services used may include:

  • Google Analytics 4 (GA4)
  • Microsoft Clarity
  • Hotjar/Contentsquare

These tools collect aggregated and pseudonymized data for statistical purposes and do not use directly identifiable personal information.

3. Third-party cookies and data transfers

Some analytics cookies are placed by third-party providers. These providers may process data outside the European Union, including in the United States.

Where applicable, such transfers are safeguarded using Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission.

Cookies may be stored for different periods depending on their purpose:

  • Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent cookies remain on your device for a defined period or until you delete them

Specific retention periods are determined by the third-party services used.

You can give, withdraw, or change your cookie consent at any time via the cookie consent banner or cookie settings on this website.

You can also manage or delete cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.