Cookies Policy

1. What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. Cookies allow the website to remember information about your visit, your settings, and preferences (e.g., preferred language, login details), which facilitates your next visit and increases user comfort.

2. Data Controller

The personal data controller is: Maple Bear Czechia School s.r.o. ID (IČO): 19272448 Registered office: Na Folimance 2155/15, Vinohrady, 120 00 Prague 2 E-mail: info@maplebear.cz (hereinafter referred to as the “Controller“)

3. Legal basis for using cookies

When processing cookies, we proceed in accordance with:

Act No. 127/2005 Coll., on Electronic Communications (specifically Section 89, Paragraph 3).
Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR).
Directive 2002/58/EC (ePrivacy).

According to current legislation, we distinguish between:

Necessary cookies: These are required for the transmission of a message or to provide a service you have requested. We do not require your consent to store these.
Other cookies (analytical, preference, marketing): We require your prior active consent for their storage and subsequent processing, which you grant via the cookie banner.

4. Types of cookies used and purposes of processing

Necessary (Technical) cookies

These are essential for ensuring the basic functions of the website (navigation, security, access to secure sections). Without them, the website could not function properly.

Retention period: Usually for the duration of the session or a maximum of 1 year.

Analytical and statistical cookies

These help us understand how visitors interact with the website (number of visits, time spent on the site). Data is collected in an aggregated and anonymized form.

Tool: Google Analytics (Google Ireland Ltd.).
Legal basis: User consent.

Marketing and advertising cookies

These are used to track visitors across websites. The goal is to display advertisements that are relevant and engaging for you.

Tools: Meta Pixel (Meta Platforms Ireland Ltd.), Google Ads (Google Ireland Ltd.).
Legal basis: User consent.

5. Third-party cookies

Some cookies are stored on your device by third-party services that we use (e.g., embedded videos, maps, or social networks). These parties may combine the collected data with other information you have provided to them. Links to the policies of selected partners:

6. Data transfer outside the EU

In connection with the use of tools from Google or Meta, data may be transferred to the USA. However, these companies are generally certified under the Data Privacy Framework (DPF), which ensures an adequate level of personal data protection approved by the European Commission.

7. Retention period

Session cookies: Deleted immediately after closing the browser.
Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period (e.g., 6 to 12 months) or until you manually delete them.

8. Managing settings and withdrawing consent

You can change your preferences at any time:

Cookie Banner: You can find a permanent link on our website (usually in the footer under “Cookie Settings”) where you can withdraw or change your consent.
Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. You can find the procedure in your browser’s help section:

9. Your rights

In connection with the processing of personal data (if cookies are an identifier of a natural person), you have the right to:

Access and rectification of data.
Erasure (the “right to be forgotten”).
Restriction of processing.
Withdrawal of consent (this does not affect the lawfulness of processing prior to its withdrawal).
File a complaint with the Office for Personal Data Protection (www.uoou.cz).

10. Contact

For any questions regarding this policy, please contact us: Maple Bear Czechia School s.r.o. Email: info@maplebear.cz Address: Na Folimance 2155/15, 120 00 Prague 2

This policy is effective as of January 1, 2026.

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