Cookie Policy
Last updated: 28 April 2026
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how Study Path ("we", "us") uses them on our website (studypath.nl), and how you can control them. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy.
1What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners information about how their site is being used.
Session Cookies
Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser.
Persistent Cookies
Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them.
First-Party Cookies
Set by the website you're visiting (studypath.nl).
Third-Party Cookies
Set by external services we use (analytics, payments).
2Cookie Categories
Necessary Cookies
Essential for the website to function. Without these, core features like logging in and secure payments won't work. These cannot be disabled.
Functional Cookies
Enable enhanced functionality like Google Sign-In. The site can work without them, but some features may be unavailable.
Analytics Cookies
Help us understand how visitors use our website. We use Google Analytics (GA4) for traffic measurement and DataFast for privacy-friendly analytics.
Marketing Cookies
Used to measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns. We use Google Ads conversion tracking to understand which ads bring visitors to our site. These cookies are only set after you accept the cookie banner.
3Cookies We Use
Here is a detailed list of cookies used on studypath.nl:
sb-*-auth-tokenNecessaryProvider: Supabase
Duration: Session / 1 year
Authentication - keeps you logged in
sb-*-auth-token-code-verifierNecessaryProvider: Supabase
Duration: Session
Security - PKCE authentication flow
__stripe_midNecessaryProvider: Stripe
Duration: 1 year
Fraud prevention during payments
__stripe_sidNecessaryProvider: Stripe
Duration: Session
Fraud prevention during payments
g_stateFunctionalProvider: Google
Duration: Session
Google Sign-In state
g_csrf_tokenNecessaryProvider: Google
Duration: Session
Security for Google Sign-In
_gaAnalyticsProvider: Google Analytics
Duration: 2 years
Distinguishes unique users for traffic measurement
_ga_*AnalyticsProvider: Google Analytics
Duration: 2 years
Maintains session state for GA4
_df_*AnalyticsProvider: DataFast
Duration: 1 year
Anonymous website analytics
_gcl_auMarketingProvider: Google Ads
Duration: 90 days
Conversion linker - measures ad effectiveness
_gcl_awMarketingProvider: Google Ads
Duration: 90 days
Tracks ad clicks for conversion attribution
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| sb-*-auth-token | Supabase | Authentication - keeps you logged in | Session / 1 year | Necessary |
| sb-*-auth-token-code-verifier | Supabase | Security - PKCE authentication flow | Session | Necessary |
| __stripe_mid | Stripe | Fraud prevention during payments | 1 year | Necessary |
| __stripe_sid | Stripe | Fraud prevention during payments | Session | Necessary |
| g_state | Google Sign-In state | Session | Functional | |
| g_csrf_token | Security for Google Sign-In | Session | Necessary | |
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users for traffic measurement | 2 years | Analytics |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics | Maintains session state for GA4 | 2 years | Analytics |
| _df_* | DataFast | Anonymous website analytics | 1 year | Analytics |
| _gcl_au | Google Ads | Conversion linker - measures ad effectiveness | 90 days | Marketing |
| _gcl_aw | Google Ads | Tracks ad clicks for conversion attribution | 90 days | Marketing |
4How to Manage Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
Cookie Banner
When you first visit our site, a banner asks for your consent for analytics and marketing cookies. We use Google Consent Mode v2: until you accept, no analytics or marketing cookies are stored on your device. To change your choice later, clear the site data for studypath.nl in your browser — the banner will reappear on your next visit.
Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to refuse or accept cookies, delete existing cookies, and set preferences for certain websites. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:
Note: If you disable necessary cookies, some parts of our website may not function properly. You may not be able to log in or complete payments.
5Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies. Please refer to the respective privacy policies:
- Supabase Privacy Policy (Authentication)
- Stripe Privacy Policy (Payments)
- Google Privacy Policy (Sign-In, Analytics, Ads)
- DataFast Privacy Policy (Analytics)
6Do Not Track
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that lets you tell websites you don't want to be tracked. We respect DNT signals where technically feasible. Note that our analytics provider (DataFast) is designed to be privacy-friendly and does not track individual users across websites.
7Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
8Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Address: Study Path, Kratonkade 710, 3024EX Rotterdam, Netherlands