Last updated: 15.01.2026
This Cookie Policy explains how SmartGroup AS ("we", "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on smartgroup.com (the "Website").
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help ensure website functionality, improve user experience, and provide information about website usage.
Cookies may be:
- Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser)
- Persistent cookies (stored for a defined period)
2. Who sets cookies?
- First-party cookies: Set by SmartGroup AS
- Third-party cookies: Set by external services (e.g. analytics, payments, embedded content)
3. Types of cookies we use
3.1 Strictly necessary cookies
These cookies are required for the Website to function properly and cannot be disabled.
Examples:
- Shopping cart functionality
- Checkout and payment processing
- Security and fraud prevention
Legal basis: GDPR Art. 6(1)(f) - legitimate interest
3.2 Functional cookies
These cookies improve usability and remember your preferences.
Examples:
- Language selection
- Region or currency settings
Legal basis: GDPR Art. 6(1)(a) - consent
3.3 Analytics / statistics cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use the Website so we can improve performance and content.
Examples:
- Page views and navigation patterns
- Error tracking
Tools may include:
- Google Analytics / Plausible / Matomo - specify
Legal basis: GDPR Art. 6(1)(a) - consent
3.4 Marketing cookies (if applicable)
These cookies are used to show relevant ads or measure marketing effectiveness across platforms.
Examples:
- Social media tracking pixels
- Ad performance measurement
Tools may include:
- Meta / Google Ads / LinkedIn - specify or remove section
Legal basis: GDPR Art. 6(1)(a) - consent
4. Cookie list
| Cookie type | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
| Necessary | SmartGroup AS | Core site functionality | Session |
| Analytics | Usage statistics | e.g. 13 months | |
| Marketing | Brevo | Advertising | e.g. 3 months |
5. Consent and cookie management
When you first visit our Website, you are asked to consent to non-essential cookies.
You can:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Adjust your preferences at any time via Cookie Settings
You may also delete cookies through your browser settings.
6. Third-country transfers
Some third-party providers may process data outside the EU/EEA. In such cases, appropriate safeguards (e.g. EU Standard Contractual Clauses) are applied.
7. Changes to this Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in technology or legal requirements.
The latest version is always available on the Website.
8. Contact us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact:
SmartGroup AS
Email: post@smartgroup.no
Address: Fornebuveien 46, 1366 Lysaker, Norway
