Cookies are IT data—specifically text files—stored on the User’s end device and intended for use with websites. Such files typically contain the name of the website they originate from, their storage duration on the end device, and a unique number.
The entity placing cookies on the User’s end device and accessing them is the website owner or entities cooperating with them.
Cookies are used for the following purposes:
- faster page loading upon subsequent visits;
- generating statistics that help understand how Users interact with the website, enabling improvements to its structure and content;
- defining a user profile to display tailored content within advertising networks, particularly the Google network.
Two main types of cookies are used on the website: “session” cookies and “persistent” cookies:
- “session” cookies are temporary files stored on the User’s end device until the User logs out, leaves the website, or closes the software (web browser);
- “persistent” cookies are stored on the User’s end device for the duration specified in the cookie parameters or until deleted by the User.
Web browsing software (web browser) typically allows the storage of cookies on the User’s end device by default. Website Users can modify these settings. Web browsers allow for the deletion of cookies. Automatic blocking of cookies is also possible. Detailed information on this subject can be found in the help section or documentation of your web browser.
Restricting the use of cookies may affect certain functionalities available on the website. Cookies placed on the user’s device may also be used by advertisers and partners collaborating with the website owner.
We recommend reading the privacy policies of these companies to understand the rules regarding the use of cookies for statistical purposes: Google Analytics Privacy Policy.
Cookies may be used by advertising networks—specifically the Google network—to display advertisements tailored to the user’s activity on the website. Thoes cookies may store information regarding the user’s navigation path or the time spent on a specific page.
Regarding information on user preferences collected by the Google advertising network, users can view and edit information derived from cookies using the Google Ads Preferences tool.