Cookie Policy

Last Updated: January 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how NaturalGlide uses cookies and similar technologies on this educational website.

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website operators.

How We Use Cookies

NaturalGlide uses only essential cookies that are strictly necessary for the basic functionality of this website. We take a minimalist approach to cookie usage in accordance with privacy-by-design principles.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as:

Cookie Purpose Type Duration Description
Cookie Consent localStorage Persistent Stores your cookie consent preference to prevent repeated display of the cookie banner.
Session Management Session Session duration Maintains technical functionality during your browsing session.

Legal Basis: These cookies are necessary for the legitimate interest of operating the website and do not require explicit consent under GDPR, as they are strictly necessary for basic functionality.

Cookies We Do NOT Use

To protect your privacy, we explicitly do not use the following types of cookies:

Analytics and Performance Cookies

We do not use cookies to:

  • Track visitor behavior or interactions
  • Collect analytics data about website usage
  • Monitor page views or user journeys
  • Generate usage statistics or reports

Advertising and Marketing Cookies

We do not use cookies to:

  • Display targeted advertisements
  • Track users across websites
  • Build advertising profiles
  • Serve personalized marketing content

Third-Party Cookies

We do not allow third-party services to set cookies on our website for:

  • Social media integration
  • External analytics platforms
  • Advertising networks
  • Any other third-party tracking purposes

Functionality Cookies (Non-Essential)

We do not use cookies to:

  • Remember your preferences (beyond cookie consent)
  • Store personalization settings
  • Provide enhanced features based on previous visits

Browser Storage

localStorage Usage

In addition to traditional cookies, we use browser localStorage for essential functionality:

  • Purpose: Store cookie consent preference
  • Data Stored: A simple flag indicating you have acknowledged the cookie notice
  • Duration: Persistent until manually cleared
  • Privacy Impact: Minimal - contains no personal or tracking data

Managing Cookies

Browser Controls

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:

  • View which cookies are stored
  • Delete individual or all cookies
  • Block cookies from specific sites
  • Block all third-party cookies
  • Clear all cookies when closing the browser

Browser-Specific Instructions

Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data

Mozilla Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data

Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data

Microsoft Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies and site permissions

Impact of Blocking Cookies

If you block or delete our essential cookies:

  • Basic website functionality will still operate normally
  • The cookie consent banner may reappear on subsequent visits
  • No significant impact on browsing experience

Because we only use essential cookies, blocking them will not prevent you from accessing educational content.

Google Consent Mode v2

This website implements Google Consent Mode v2 for privacy compliance. However, because we do not use analytics or advertising cookies:

  • No data is sent to Google Analytics
  • No advertising cookies are set
  • Consent mode serves as a privacy framework only
  • No tracking occurs regardless of consent status

International Compliance

GDPR Compliance (European Union)

Our cookie practices comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) by:

  • Using only strictly necessary cookies that do not require explicit consent
  • Providing clear information about cookie usage
  • Not processing personal data through cookies beyond essential functionality
  • Respecting privacy by design principles

ePrivacy Directive

We comply with the EU ePrivacy Directive (Cookie Law) by:

  • Limiting cookie usage to strictly necessary purposes
  • Providing transparent information about cookies
  • Not using cookies for tracking or profiling

Cookies from External Resources

CDN Resources

This website loads the following resources from Content Delivery Networks (CDNs):

  • Bootstrap CSS (stackpath.bootstrapcdn.com)
  • jQuery JavaScript (code.jquery.com)
  • Popper.js (cdnjs.cloudflare.com)
  • Google Fonts (fonts.googleapis.com)

These external resources may log technical information such as IP addresses for their operational purposes. We do not control and are not responsible for any cookies or tracking that may occur through these external services. These resources are loaded for essential website functionality and styling.

Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in:

  • Our cookie practices
  • Legal or regulatory requirements
  • Website technology or structure

The "Last Updated" date at the top indicates when this policy was last revised. Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

More Information

For additional information about cookies and online privacy, you may consult:

  • EU Cookie Directive: Information available from your national data protection authority
  • All About Cookies: allaboutcookies.org
  • Your Online Choices: youronlinechoices.eu

Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

NaturalGlide
Křižíkova 148/34
186 00 Praha 8-Karlín
Czechia
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +420 221 411 950