Cookie Policy Effective Date: February, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies and similar technologies (“cookies”) are, how expatlivingnorway.com (“Website”, “we”, “us”, “our”) uses them on the Website and related services (“Services”), and your choices regarding them.
We are Expat Living Norway, (Maria Markes, Org nr 919 998 083, adress Fredensborgveien 13 A, 0177 Oslo). This Policy forms part of our Privacy Policy, which explains how we process personal data under the GDPR and Norwegian Personal Data Act.
Table of Contents
- What are cookies?
- Types of cookies we use
- Web beacons / tracking pixels
- Your choices and consent
- Changes to this Policy
- Contact us
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, phone, etc.) by websites you visit. They help sites remember your actions/preferences (e.g., language, login) over time.
- Session cookies expire when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies remain until their expiry date or you delete them.
Cookies can be first-party (set by us) or third-party (set by partners like analytics or ad providers).
2. Types of cookies we use
We use the following categories. For a detailed, up-to-date list (including names, providers, purposes, durations), see our Cookie Declaration/List or your consent settings.
- Strictly Necessary Cookies — Essential for Website operation (e.g., security, navigation, load balancing). These do not require consent and cannot be disabled without breaking core functionality. Legal basis: legitimate interest / necessity for service delivery.
- Functionality Cookies — Remember choices (e.g., language, preferences) for better experience.
- Analytics / Performance Cookies — Collect anonymized/aggregated data on usage (e.g., pages visited, time spent) to improve the site. Often via tools like Google Analytics.
- Marketing / Advertising Cookies — Track interests to show relevant ads, measure campaign performance. Used by third-party ad networks.
We do not build individual profiles across unrelated third-party sites, but may use aggregated insights for targeted content/ads.
3. Do we use web beacons or tracking pixels?
Yes, in some marketing emails to measure opens/clicks (helps improve content). These are tiny invisible images. You can avoid them by reading emails in plain text or disabling images. Pixels are removed when you delete the email.
4. Your choices and consent
We only set non-essential cookies (functionality, analytics, marketing) after you give explicit consent via our cookie banner/management tool. Strictly necessary cookies load immediately.
Consent must be freely given, specific, informed, and unambiguous (GDPR Art. 4(11) / Norwegian E-Com Act).
- You can accept all, reject all non-essential, or customize preferences per category.
- Refusing non-essential cookies does not prevent access to the Website.
- You can withdraw or change consent anytime — as easily as giving it — via the “Cookie Settings” link in the footer or banner.
- You can also manage cookies via browser settings (e.g., block/delete), but this may affect site functionality. Learn more at your browser’s help or sites like youronlinechoices.com or aboutcookies.org.
We store proof of consent (date, choice, IP if relevant) as required by law.
5. Changes and amendments
We may update this Policy. Changes are posted here with a new effective date. Significant changes may be notified via email or banner notice. Continued use after changes implies acceptance — but we always respect withdrawal of cookie consent.
6. Contacting us
Questions? Contact us at maria@expatlivingnorway.com.
For data rights requests, see our Privacy Policy.