Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how Tao Face Youth uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website at www.taofaceyouth.com (the “Site”).

This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy.

By continuing to use our Site, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Policy, unless you disable them via your cookie settings.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your computer, tablet, or mobile device when you visit a website.

They help websites function properly, improve user experience, remember preferences, and provide analytical insights.
Cookies may be:

First-party cookies – set directly by our website
Third-party cookies – set by external service providers
Cookies may also be:
Session cookies – deleted when you close your browser
Persistent cookies – stored for a defined period

2. Legal Basis (EU Compliance)

Under the EU ePrivacy Directive and GDPR:

Strictly necessary cookies do not require consent.
All non-essential cookies (analytics, marketing, functionality) require your prior consent.

We use a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept, reject, or customize cookie preferences.
You may withdraw consent at any time.

3. Categories of Cookies We Use

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the proper functioning of the Site.
They enable:

Secure login
Page navigation
Form submissions
Security protection

Without these cookies, the Site cannot function properly.

Legal basis: Legitimate interest (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR)

3.2 Analytical / Performance Cookies

These cookies collect anonymous data about how visitors use our Site, such as:

Pages visited
Time spent on pages
Traffic sources
Device and browser type

We use this information to improve website performance and user experience.

Examples may include:

Google Analytics

Used to understand website traffic and user behavior.

Google may process data outside the EU with appropriate safeguards (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses).

Legal basis: Consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR).

You can learn more about Google Analytics at:
https://policies.google.com/privacy

3.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies remember preferences such as:

Language
Region
Form input preferences

They enhance user experience but are not essential.
Legal basis: Consent

3.4 Targeting / Marketing Cookies

These cookies track browsing behavior to display relevant content or advertisements.
We may use tools such as:

Email marketing integrations
Embedded social media content

Legal basis: Consent

3.5 Security Cookies

We use cookies to protect our Site from malicious activity and spam.

Example:
Google reCAPTCHA

Used to distinguish between human users and automated bots.

May collect IP address and interaction data.

Legal basis: Legitimate interest (security protection)

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some pages may include embedded content from third parties, such as:

YouTube
Instagram
Facebook
Google services
Email marketing platforms (e.g., Flodesk)

When interacting with such content, third-party cookies may be installed.

We do not control third-party cookie practices. You should review their respective privacy and cookie policies.

Third-party providers may include:

Google / Alphabet Inc.
Flodesk Inc.
Social media platforms

These providers may process data outside the EU with appropriate safeguards.

5. How You Can Manage Cookies

A. Cookie Consent Tool

You can adjust your cookie preferences at any time via our cookie banner or cookie settings link on the Site.

B. Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to:

Delete existing cookies
Block specific cookies
Disable all cookies
Please note that blocking certain cookies may affect website functionality.

C. Withdrawing Consent

You may withdraw consent at any time. Withdrawal does not affect the lawfulness of processing prior to withdrawal.

6. Data Retention

Cookies are stored for different periods depending on their type:

Session cookies – deleted when browser closes
Persistent cookies – stored for a defined period (usually up to 24 months for analytics unless deleted earlier)

You may delete cookies at any time via browser settings.

7. International Data Transfers

Some third-party providers may transfer personal data outside the European Economic Area (EEA).
Where such transfers occur, appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) are implemented.

8. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy at any time.
Changes will be published on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.

9. Contact

For questions regarding this Cookie Policy or your data rights, please contact:
www.taofaceyouth.com
Email: tanja@taofaceyouth.com
Address: Prešernova cesta 14, 3320 Velenje