Cookies
Tinbergen Institute's websites uses cookies and similar technologies (hereinafter collectively referred to as "cookies"). On this page, we explain what cookies are and why we use them on our website. We also explain the options available for using cookies on our website.
You can change or withdraw your consent for the use of cookies at any time by making new choices in the menu for managing your cookie preferences. You can open the menu by clicking the button at the bottom right of the page (desktop/mobile).
What happens if I change or withdraw my consent?
Changing or withdrawing consent only has future effect; it does not invalidate or undo any processing that has already taken place based on the given consent. From the moment you withdraw your consent, we will stop processing data in the cookies for which consent was withdrawn or (if technically possible) we will delete the cookie.
You can also delete the cookies in your browser yourself at any time or use the "incognito" function in your browser. We recommend that you consult your browser's manual or settings for more specific information about how your browser handles cookies and to choose the settings that best suit your functionality and privacy needs.
What are cookies (and similar technologies) and why do they exist?
A cookie is a small text file that a website (or web server) sends to your browser with the intention of storing this information so that it can be retrieved later.
Cookies and data storage declaration
Functional cookies are necessary for the website to work properly and enable us to provide you with improved and easier operation. These cookies are provided by us or third-party service providers. Among other things, they are used in response to your interaction with the website, for example registering, logging into the website or submitting a form. Analytical cookies enable us to improve and optimise our website. You can set your browser to block these cookies or to receive a warning, but some parts of the website may not work properly. These cookies are not traceable to individual users, no personal data are stored.
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| Cookie | _gat_UA* | Anonymous ID to throttle request rate (limit the collection of data on high traffic sites) | 1 minute | Google » Google Analytics |
| Cookie | _cf_bm | Used to read and filter requests from bots. | 30 minutes | Cloudflare » Privacy Policy |
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Analytics
| Type | Identifier | Description | Expiry | Source |
| Cookie | _ga | Used to distinguish users; calculates visitor, session and campaign data and also keeps track of site usage for the site's analytics report. The cookie stores information anonymously and assigns a randomly generated number to recognize unique visitors. | 1 year 1 month 4 days | Google » Google Analytics |
| Cookie | _gid | Track user behavior during a single session. | Session | Google » Google Analytics |
This Cookie Statement was updated on May 28 2026.