The controller responsible for the processing described in this Cookie Policy is Tim Freuler, operating speakinghumans.com as a sole proprietorship under Swiss law, registered at Langgruetstr. 88A, 8047 Zurich, Switzerland ("speakinghumans.com", "we", "our", or "the Platform"). We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience on speakinghumans.com. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, which types we use, and how you can manage them.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your browser. They help websites remember your preferences, improve functionality, and analyze usage.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Essential Cookies
- Necessary for the Platform to function properly
- Enable features such as account login, lesson booking, and payments
- May be used without consent where permitted by applicable law because they are necessary for core Platform functionality
2.2 Analytics Cookies
- Help us understand how users interact with the Platform
- Track aggregated or pseudonymized data, such as pages visited and actions performed
- Used to improve performance and user experience
- Used only where the required consent has been obtained
2.3 Marketing Cookies (Optional)
- May be used for marketing or promotional measurement where such cookies are enabled
- Used only where the required consent has been obtained
3. Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party services for analytics or other functions, including:
- Google Analytics
- Email marketing platforms (e.g., for newsletters if you opt in)
These third parties may store cookies on your device. We do not control these cookies, and their use is subject to the third party's privacy policies.
Third-party providers may process data collected through their cookies in accordance with their own notices and may act independently for certain processing activities.
4. Managing Cookies
You can manage or delete cookies at any time:
- You can accept, reject, or manage optional cookies through the Platform's cookie consent tool, where available.
- Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies via settings/preferences
- Disabling essential cookies may prevent the Platform from functioning properly
- Analytics and marketing cookies can be disabled without affecting lesson bookings
5. Consent
- Upon visiting the Platform, you may be asked to accept, reject, or manage non-essential cookies through the applicable consent mechanism.
- Non-essential cookies are used only where the required consent has been obtained.
- Consent preferences may be changed later through the available cookie settings or browser controls.
- You may withdraw your consent at any time with effect for the future.
6. Data Retention
- Cookies may be session-based or persistent, depending on their purpose and configuration.
- Session cookies are typically deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies remain on your device until they expire or are deleted.
- Actual retention periods vary depending on the cookie type and, where applicable, the relevant third-party provider.
7. Changes to This Cookie Policy
- We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in cookies used or regulations.
- Updates will be posted on the Platform with a "Last updated" date.
- Where required by applicable law, we will provide additional notice or obtain consent for material changes before they take effect.
8. Contact
speakinghumans.com
Operated by Tim Freuler
Sole proprietorship under Swiss law
Registered address:
Langgruetstr. 88A
8047 Zurich
Switzerland
Email: speaking-humans@proton.me
