Cookies are very small files that are temporarily stored on the hard drive of your computer, tablet, phone, or other device you use to access our site when you visit a website, and that allow us to recognize you when you return to the site. The website www.radboudumc.nl and all subsites that use the same server use cookies.
What cookies are used and why?
Functional cookies
Functional cookies are set by default. These cookies are technically necessary to remember your preferences, such as language or font size. Your consent is not required for these cookies and you cannot disable them.
We use Matomo to collect and analyze data about visits to our website, such as the number of users, click behavior, and time of visit. We use this data to improve our websites and tailor them to user preferences. Radboudumc has configured Matomo to minimize any infringement on privacy. Among other settings, the system is configured so that full IP addresses are not transmitted. Given the purpose and the privacy friendly settings, a separate consent is not required for the use of Matomo.
Media cookies
These cookies are only set after the user has given consent. Some pages contain content from third parties that becomes visible once media cookies are accepted. Examples include Google Maps, interactive images from Genially, or live streams via Vimeo.
Personal data protection
When placing cookies, Radboudumc complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (in Dutch: Algemene Verordening Gegevensbescherming) and Telecommunications Act and treats the data collected through cookies as confidential. A cookie is a small file that is stored on a computer or mobile device. This allows us to recognize the computer or mobile device during a subsequent visit. We do not see your direct personal information (such as your name). The data is not used for any purpose other than to ensure the proper functioning of the site or to better tailor the website to visitors. The data is not made available to third parties.
Changing cookie settings
You can delete cookies that have already been placed and refuse to allow new cookies at any time through your computer’s browser settings. The procedure varies by browser; if necessary, consult your browser’s help function. You can also choose to have your browser notify you when a cookie is placed.
It is also possible to adjust previously set cookie preferences. Click here to open the cookie settings.
Finally
We may need to update this information from time to time, for example, if our website or the rules regarding cookies change. We reserve the right to change the content of this information at any time and without prior notice. Please visit this webpage for the latest version.
This cookie information was most recently revised on 10 July 2026.