Cookies policy

Information about our use of cookies and tracking technologies

Last updated: August 25, 2025

Introduction

This Cookies Policy explains how Ark Fiduciaire SA uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website. It provides information about what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding their use.

By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy and our Privacy Policy.

What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognize your device and store information about your preferences or past actions.

Cookies typically contain:

  • The name of the server that placed the cookie
  • An identifier in the form of a unique number
  • An expiration date (some cookies only last for the duration of your session)

Types of cookies we use

1. Essential cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled.

Purpose:

  • Website navigation and basic functionality
  • Security and authentication
  • Language and accessibility preferences
  • Form submission and session management

2. Analytics cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.

Purpose:

  • Website traffic analysis
  • Page performance monitoring
  • User behavior patterns
  • Website optimization and improvement

Providers: Google Analytics, internal analytics tools

3. Functional cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization features.

Purpose:

  • Remembering language and theme preferences
  • Saving form data and progress
  • Customizing content and layout
  • Providing live chat functionality

4. Marketing cookies

These cookies track visitors across websites to display relevant and engaging advertisements.

Purpose:

  • Targeted advertising
  • Measuring ad effectiveness
  • Retargeting campaigns
  • Social media integration

Providers: Google Ads, LinkedIn, Facebook

Third-party cookies

Our website may include content or services from third parties that set their own cookies. These include:

ProviderPurposePrivacy Policy
Google AnalyticsWebsite analytics and performanceGoogle Privacy Policy
Google MapsLocation services and mapsGoogle Privacy Policy
LinkedInProfessional networking and advertisingLinkedIn Privacy Policy

Cookie duration

Cookies are classified by duration as follows:

  • Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted

Typical cookie lifespans:

  • Essential cookies: Session duration or up to 1 year
  • Analytics cookies: 2 years maximum
  • Functional cookies: 1 year maximum
  • Marketing cookies: 30 days to 2 years

Managing cookies

Cookie consent banner

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner with two options:

  • "All" - Accept all cookies including analytics, advertising, and personalization
  • "Essential" - Accept only essential functional cookies, declining analytics and advertising

You can change your preferences at any time using the cookie settings button that appears on the website.

Browser settings

You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

  • View and delete cookies
  • Block cookies from specific websites
  • Block third-party cookies
  • Clear all cookies when you close the browser

Impact of disabling cookies

Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect your experience on our website:

  • Essential cookies: Website may not function properly
  • Analytics cookies: We cannot improve our website based on usage data
  • Functional cookies: Personalization features will be disabled
  • Marketing cookies: You may see less relevant advertisements

Data retention

We retain cookie data for a limited period necessary for the purposes described in this policy.

Updates to this policy

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our practices. When we make significant changes, we will:

  • Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
  • Notify users through our website banner or email (for significant changes)
  • Request renewed consent where required by law

Do not track signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature that lets you tell websites you do not want to be tracked. Currently, there is no accepted standard for how websites should respond to Do Not Track signals.

We respect your privacy choices and are monitoring developments in this area to implement appropriate responses to Do Not Track signals when industry standards are established.

Contact us

If you have any questions about this Cookies Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:

Ark Fiduciaire SA

26 Boulevard Georges-Favon, 1204 Geneva

info@ark-fid.ch

+41 22 512 50 50