Cookie policy

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are and how the Samotics group of companies ("Samotics", "we", "us" or "our") use them. You should read this policy to understand what cookies are, how we use them, the types of cookies we use, the information we collect using cookies and how that information is used, and how to control your cookie preferences. For further information on how we use, store and keep your personal data secure, see our Privacy Notice above.

You can at any time change or withdraw your consent from the cookie declaration on our website. Learn more about who we are, how you can contact us and how we process personal data in our Privacy Notice. Your consent applies to the following domain: samotics.com.

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 on your browser. These cookies help us make the website function properly, make the website more secure, provide a better user experience, and understand how the website performs and where it needs improvement.

Categories of cookies we use

A. Strictly necessary cookies

These are required for the functioning and security of our website and cannot be switched off. Examples include security and bot detection, load balancing, cookie consent storage and session management.

B. Preference cookies

These remember your preferences (e.g. region, language).

C. Analytics cookies

These help us understand how visitors interact with our website. Data collected may include IP address, device and browser information, pages visited and session behaviour.

D. Marketing cookies

These are used to track visitors across websites and display relevant advertisements. These cookies may build a profile of your interests, track you across websites, measure ad performance and enable retargeting.

We only place non-essential cookies (preferences, analytics and marketing cookies) with your prior consent.

Legal basis for using cookies

Under data protection laws, storing and accessing information on your device requires prior consent, unless the cookie is strictly necessary for the functioning of the website.

We use strictly necessary cookies based on our legitimate interest in operating a secure and functional website. We use preference, analytics and marketing cookies only with your prior consent.

You may withdraw your consent at any time as explained below.

How can you control your cookie preferences?

Different browsers provide different methods to block and delete cookies used by websites. You can change the settings of your browser to block or delete cookies. To find out more about how to manage and delete cookies on popular browsers, visit:

• Google Chrome
• Microsoft Edge
• Mozilla Firefox
• Opera
• Safari

To find information relating to other browsers, you should visit the browser developer's website.

Please note that any preferences you have set will be lost if you delete all cookies, including your preference to opt out of cookies, as this itself requires an opt-out cookie to have been set. For more information on how to modify your browser settings to block or filter cookies, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.

Third-party providers and international transfers

Some cookies are placed by third-party providers (such as analytics or advertising partners). These providers may process personal data outside the European Economic Area or the United Kingdom.

Where personal data is transferred internationally, appropriate safeguards are implemented in accordance with applicable laws. Further details can be found in our Privacy Notice.

Updates to this Cookie Policy

Samotics may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation or our data practices. The latest version will always be published on our website with an updated revision date.

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Request to delete your data

We respect your privacy and want to make sure you have control over your personal information. If you would like us to delete any personal data we have about you, please follow the instructions below:

1. Contact us
   Reach out to legal@samotics.com with the subject line "Data deletion request". Clicking the email address above will automatically create a template email for you.
2. Include details
   In the email, please provide any personal data that you think we may have so we can locate this data.
3. Confirmation
   Once we receive your request, we will confirm that your data has been deleted.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and will process your request as quickly as possible. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out via our website chat or contact page.