Cookie Policy
Effective Date: March 1, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how CobaltDRC (cobaltdrc.com), operated by The Vanderbilt Portfolio AG, uses cookies and similar tracking technologies.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, provide analytics information, and enable advertising services.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core features such as page navigation and access to secure areas. The website cannot function properly without these cookies. These cookies do not collect personal information and cannot be disabled.
- Session management
- Security features
- Cookie consent preferences (stored in localStorage)
Analytics Cookies
With your consent, we use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with CobaltDRC. These cookies collect information anonymously, including:
- Number of visitors
- Pages visited and navigation paths
- Time spent on pages
- Referring websites
- Geographic location (country/city level)
Google Analytics cookies: _ga, _ga_*, _gid, _gat
Advertising Cookies
With your consent, Google AdSense places cookies to serve advertisements relevant to your interests. These cookies may track your browsing activity across websites to build a profile for personalized advertising.
AdSense-related cookies include those set by Google’s advertising network (__gads, __gpi, DSID, IDE, and others).
Managing Your Preferences
When you first visit CobaltDRC, a consent banner allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clearing your browser’s localStorage for this domain and refreshing the page.
You can also manage cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and Site Permissions
Opting Out of Google Services
- Google Analytics: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Google Ads Personalization: Visit Ad Settings to opt out
- General Opt-out: Visit Your Online Choices (EU) or NAI Consumer Opt-Out (US)
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party services that appear on our pages:
| Service | Purpose | Provider |
|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics | Website analytics | Google LLC |
| Google AdSense | Advertising | Google LLC |
| Cloudflare | Security & CDN | Cloudflare, Inc. |
Data Retention
Cookie retention periods vary:
- Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Analytics cookies: Up to 2 years
- Advertising cookies: Up to 13 months
- Consent preferences: Stored indefinitely in localStorage until cleared
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Contact
For questions about our use of cookies:
The Vanderbilt Portfolio AG Zug, Switzerland Email: editorial@cobaltdrc.com