Cookie Policy

How we use cookies and analytics


What Are Cookies

This Cookie Policy explains how the Lie-Størmer Center website uses cookies and similar technologies to collect information when you visit our website.

Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help websites function properly and provide information to website operators.

Analytics

We use Matomo, a self-hosted analytics platform, to understand how visitors use our website. This helps us improve our content and user experience.

What data is collected:

  • Pages visited and time spent on pages
  • Referral source (how you arrived at our site)
  • Browser type and operating system
  • Screen resolution and device type
  • Approximate geographic location (country/region level)

Important privacy features:

  • Matomo is self-hosted on Lie-Størmer Center infrastructure - no data is shared with third parties
  • IP addresses are anonymized
  • Data is retained for 12 months
  • We do not track individual users across sessions

You can opt out of analytics tracking by enabling "Do Not Track" in your browser settings.

Essential Cookies

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

Session cookies:

  • Maintain your session while browsing
  • Deleted when you close your browser

Security cookies:

  • Protect against cross-site request forgery
  • Ensure secure form submissions

These cookies do not store any personal information and are exempt from consent requirements under Norwegian law.

How to Manage Cookies

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Here are links to instructions for common browsers:

Note: Disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality. Analytics cookies can be blocked without affecting your browsing experience.

To opt out of Matomo analytics specifically, enable "Do Not Track" in your browser settings.

Questions

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

For more information about how we handle personal data, see our Privacy Policy.

Last updated: 2025-11-30