Cookie Policy
GIGA
COOKIE POLICY
THE GIGA COMPANY
Last updated: 18/05/2026
Article 1: Introduction
THE GIGA COMPANY is committed to transparency about how it collects and uses data. This Cookie Policy explains how GIGA ("GIGA", "we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on its website www.thegigacompany.com, operated from Belgium. This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy available on the Site.
Article 2: What is a cookie?
Cookies are small text files sent by our site to your computer or mobile device. They allow you to activate certain features and remember your preferences.
There are two main types:
Session cookies: Automatically deleted when you close your browser.
Persistent cookies: kept until they expire or until you delete them manually.
We also use similar technologies such as tracking pixels and local storage where applicable.
Article 3: Types of cookies used
The table below lists the categories of cookies used on our site.
|
Category |
Purpose |
Examples |
Retention period |
Consent required? |
|
Strictly necessary |
Site Operation (Shopping Cart, Session, Privacy Preferences) |
Shopify session cookie, GDPR cookie |
Duration of the session / a few days |
No (exempt) |
|
Performance & Analytics |
Audience measurement, analysis of visited pages |
Google Analytics, Shopify Analytics |
12 months |
Yes |
|
Functional |
Remembering user preferences |
Language, region, currency |
12 months |
Yes |
|
Marketing & Targeting |
Ad tracking, remarketing |
Meta P, Google Ads |
12 months |
Yes |
3.1. Strictly necessary cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of the site. They cannot be turned off. They are activated in response to your actions (login, shopping cart, privacy preferences). They do not store any personally identifiable information.
3.2. Performance and analytics cookies
These cookies allow us to measure the number of visitors to and performance of our site. They help us identify the most visited pages and improve the user experience.
3.3. Functional cookies
These cookies are used to improve the functionality and personalisation of the site, for example by remembering your language or display preferences.
3.4. Marketing and targeting cookies
These cookies may be placed by our advertising partners in order to measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns and to show you relevant advertisements on other sites. They do not directly store personal information, but rely on the unique identification of your browser and device.
Article 4: Legal basis (GDPR)
In accordance with the GDPR and the applicable ePrivacy legislation in Belgium, France and the Netherlands, we rely on the following legal bases:
Strictly necessary cookies: exempt from consent under Article 5(3) of the ePrivacy Directive, as they are technically necessary for the requested service.
Performance, functional and marketing cookies: we rely on your consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR). These cookies are only activated after your consent via our cookie banner.
You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time, without this affecting the lawfulness of the processing carried out before such withdrawal.
Article 5: Management of your preferences
You can manage or withdraw your consent at any time via:
The cookie management banner available on our site.
Your browser settings (under "Help", "Tools" or "Settings").
Disabling certain cookies may affect the proper functioning of the site. Deleting a cookie does not erase the data collected before this action, but stops any further collection.
Article 7: Changes to the Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in technology, legislation or our business practices. The "Last Updated" date will be adjusted accordingly. In the event of a substantial change, we will display a notice of renewal of consent via our cookie banner.
Article 8: Contact
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, you can contact us:
By email: contact@thegigacompany.com
By mail: THE GIGA COMPANY, Avenue Louise 231, 1050 Ixelles, Belgium
By phone: +32 476 36 69 20