Cookie Policy
Last updated: October 19, 2025
1. What are cookies?
This website, operated by Hanne Van Cappellen (hereinafter “we”, “us”, or “our”), uses cookies and similar technologies to improve the functioning of the website and provide you with an optimal user experience. We process personal data in accordance with applicable legislation, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Belgian privacy law.
Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your browser when you visit a website. They allow the site to function properly, remember your preferences, and provide insight into how the site is used.
2. Types of cookies we use
- Necessary cookies – essential for basic functions such as security, session management, the shopping cart, and checkout. These cookies do not require consent.
- Functional cookies – improve ease of use by remembering your preferences (such as language or display settings). Consent required.
- Analytical cookies – collect anonymized information about the use of the site in order to improve performance. Consent required.
- Marketing/Tracking cookies – track browsing behavior for personalized advertising. We do not use these cookies (no Google Analytics or Facebook Pixel).
Our site runs on WordPress with WooCommerce. We do not use Google Analytics and no Facebook/Meta Pixel.
3. Overview of cookies
The list below contains the cookies that are generally required for WordPress/WooCommerce and our cookie banner. Depending on the theme or additional plugins, extra functional cookies may be present (for example for security or forms).
| Cookie name | Source | Purpose | Type | Retention period |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| woocommerce_cart_hash | WooCommerce | Remembers the contents of the shopping cart | Necessary | Session |
| woocommerce_items_in_cart | WooCommerce | Keeps track of the number of items in the shopping cart | Necessary | Session |
| wp_woocommerce_session_* | WooCommerce | Unique session ID to link the shopping cart and order | Functional | 2 days |
| wordpress_logged_in_* | WordPress | Recognizes logged-in users | Functional | Session |
| wp-settings-* | WordPress | Saves user preferences | Functional | Up to 1 year |
| cookieyes-consent (or equivalent) | Cookie banner plugin | Remembers cookie choices (opt-in/opt-out) | Functional | 6 months |
4. Consent and cookie settings
On your first visit, we display a cookie banner with information and choices. You can give or refuse your consent, or set your preferences by category. You can change your choice at any time via the “Cookie Settings” link at the bottom of the website.
You can also delete or block cookies through your browser settings. Please note that some parts of the website may not function properly without certain cookies.
5. Third parties and data sharing
We do not share cookie data with third parties and do not use external advertising networks or tracking services.
6. Retention periods
Session cookies are deleted as soon as you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain until their stated expiration date or until you manually delete them. We do not retain cookies longer than necessary for their purpose.
7. Your privacy rights
In accordance with the GDPR, you have the right to withdraw your consent, access your data, request rectification, and request erasure where applicable. For such requests, please contact us using the details below.
8. Contact
Controller:
Hanne Van Cappellen
E-mail: info@hannevancappellen.be
9. Changes to this policy
We may update this cookie policy from time to time, for example when functionalities change. In the case of substantial changes, we may ask you to confirm your cookie choices again.