This Cookie Policy explains how Workant Oy ("Workant", "we", "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on its website and online services. It should be read together with our Privacy Policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the website function properly, improve user experience, analyze traffic, and support marketing activities.
Cookies may be:
- Session cookies – deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies – stored for a defined period
- First-party cookies – set by Workant
- Third-party cookies – set by external service providers
2. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- To ensure the website functions correctly
- To analyze website usage and improve performance
- To personalize content and user experience
- To measure and optimize marketing campaigns
- To deliver relevant advertisements
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies (Always Active)
These cookies are necessary for the website to operate and cannot be disabled. They enable core functionality such as:
- Page navigation
- Security and fraud prevention
- Load balancing
Legal basis: Legitimate interest / necessity for service delivery.
3.2 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website so we can improve usability and performance.
Tools may include:
- Google Analytics
- Hotjar
Data collected may include:
- Pages visited
- Time spent on site
- Clicks and navigation paths
- Device and browser type
Legal basis: Consent.
3.3 Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to track visitors across websites and show relevant advertisements.
Tools may include:
- Google Ads
- Meta (Facebook) Pixel
They may be used for:
- Conversion tracking
- Remarketing
- Audience building
- Ad performance measurement
Legal basis: Consent.
3.4 Functional Cookies
These cookies remember user preferences and settings, such as:
- Language selection
- Form autofill
- UI customization
Legal basis: Legitimate interest or consent depending on functionality.
4. Third-Party Cookies
We may allow the following third parties to place cookies on our website:
| Provider | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Analytics, advertising | |
| Meta (Facebook) | Advertising and conversion tracking |
| Hotjar | User behavior analytics |
| Vercel | Hosting and performance optimization |
| Stripe | Payment functionality |
These providers may process data outside the EU/EEA under EU Standard Contractual Clauses or other approved safeguards.
5. Cookie Consent and Control
When you first visit our website, you are presented with a cookie consent banner that allows you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize your preferences
You can change or withdraw your consent at any time via:
- The cookie settings link on our website
- Your browser settings
6. How to Manage Cookies in Your Browser
You can control cookies through your browser settings, including:
- Blocking all cookies
- Deleting existing cookies
- Setting rules for specific websites
Instructions are available in your browser's help section (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge, etc.).
7. Data Protection and Privacy
Any personal data collected via cookies is processed in accordance with:
- Our Privacy Policy
- The GDPR
- Applicable Finnish and EU data protection laws
8. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. The latest version is always available on our website and becomes effective upon publication.
9. Contact
For questions about our use of cookies or privacy practices, contact: