Cookie Policy

This policy explains how the Student Society uses cookies and similar technologies to provide a better experience on our GradTrip website.

1. What are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your preferences, keep you logged in (if applicable), and help us understand how students are interacting with our trip information.

2. The Cookies We Use

We keep things simple. We only use cookies that are strictly necessary for the site to function or that help us improve the user experience.

3. Third-Party Cookies

Because we use Microsoft Forms for registration and embed social media feeds like Instagram or TikTok, these platforms may set their own cookies on your device. We do not control these third-party cookies, and we recommend checking the respective privacy policies of Microsoft or the social media platforms for more details.

4. Your Choices

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject optional cookies.

• Browser Settings: You can set or amend your web browser controls to accept or refuse cookies.
• Consent Banner: Upon your first visit, you can choose to “Accept All” or “Decline Optional Cookies” via our site banner.

5. Data Retention

Consistent with our privacy policy for the GradTrip 2026, any data captured via cookies that could be linked to your personal identity will be treated as sensitive information. We reiterate our commitment to erase sensitive personal data within 14 days of the trip’s conclusion.

6. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact a member of the GradTrip 2026 Organizing Committee or directly constanza.quintana@ehl.ch.