Cookie Policy
Last updated: 2025
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how New Horizon Recruitment Europe B.V. (“NHRE”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. We use cookies to improve website performance, analyse visitor behaviour, and deliver relevant content. All non-essential cookies are activated only with your consent, in accordance with the GDPR and the EU ePrivacy Directive.
You can manage or withdraw your cookie preferences at any time through the cookie banner or settings displayed on our website.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function, improve user experience, and collect analytical or behavioural information.
We also use related technologies, such as:
- Pixels (e.g., LinkedIn Insight Tag)
- Tags via Google Tag Manager
- Local storage/session storage
3. Types of Cookies We Use
We classify cookies into four categories, aligned with EU regulatory standards:
A. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function. They cannot be disabled. They enable:
- Basic site navigation
- Security and session stability
- Cookie preference storage
Examples:
- Cookie consent manager cookies
- Security tokens
No personal data is processed beyond what is required for functionality.
B. Performance & Analytics Cookies (Requires Consent)
Used to understand how visitors use our website and to improve performance.
We currently use:
1. Google Analytics 4 (GA4)
GA4 collects:
- Page views
- Device/browser information
- Geography (approximate, anonymised)
- Website interactions
GA4 is configured with:
- IP anonymisation enabled
- No advertising features enabled by default
- EU data retention settings
2. Google Tag Manager
Used to deploy analytics tags in a GDPR-compliant manner. Google Tag Manager itself does not collect personal data.
C. Functional Cookies (Requires Consent)
These cookies enhance your browsing experience. Examples include:
- Remembering user preferences
- Improving content or layout
- Supporting embedded third-party content (e.g., videos)
D. Advertising & Social Media Cookies (Requires Consent)
Used for remarketing, campaign measurement, and understanding visitor behaviour across platforms.
We currently use:
1. LinkedIn Insight Tag
This tag allows us to measure:
- Website conversions from LinkedIn campaigns
- Audience insights for marketing optimisation
- Anonymous demographic trends (industry, job function, seniority)
Data is pseudonymised and aggregated. LinkedIn members can control their ad preferences independently via LinkedIn settings.
4. What Data Do Cookies Collect?
Depending on your consent, cookies may collect:
- IP address (anonymised for analytics)
- Device and browser information
- Pages visited
- Time spent on the site
- Referral sources (e.g., LinkedIn, Google)
- Interactions with pages or forms
We do not use cookies to collect:
- Names
- Email addresses
- CV information
- Sensitive personal data
5. Legal Basis for Using Cookies
Under GDPR:
- Strictly necessary cookies → processed under legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f))
- Analytics, functional, and advertising cookies → processed only with consent (Art. 6(1)(a))
You may withdraw consent at any time.
6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can control and update your cookie settings using:
- The cookie banner displayed when you first visit the website
- The “Manage Cookies” link (persistent on the website)
- Your browser settings (block, delete, restrict cookies)
If you disable cookies, some website features may not function properly.
7. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by external providers whose services we use, such as:
- Google LLC (Google Analytics, Tag Manager)
- LinkedIn Corporation (Insight Tag)
These providers may process data outside the EEA. In such cases, we ensure the use of:
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs), or
- Adequacy decisions
in compliance with GDPR requirements.
We do not allow third parties to collect data for their own independent purposes without your consent.
8. Data Retention
Cookie retention varies depending on each provider and purpose.
Typical retention periods:
- Strictly necessary cookies: session–12 months
- Analytics cookies: 12–26 months
- Advertising cookies: 3–24 months
- LinkedIn Insight Tag: typically 6 months
Exact retention periods are available in the cookie banner or browser developer tools.
9. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or website functionality. The latest version will always be published on this page.
10. Contact Information
For questions about this Cookie Policy:
New Horizon Recruitment Europe B.V.
Email: contact@newhorizon-recruitment.eu
Amsterdam, the Netherlands