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What Are Cookies?
In English, the term "cookie" refers to a small baked treat, but in the context of web browsing, a "cookie" is something entirely different. When you visit our website, a small amount of text, called a "cookie," is stored in your browser. This text contains various information about your browsing activity, preferences, content customizations, and more.
Other technologies work similarly to collect data about your browsing habits. For simplicity, we refer to all these technologies collectively as "cookies."
The specific uses of these technologies are described in this document.
Why Are Cookies Used on This Website?
Cookies are an essential part of how this website functions. Their primary purpose is to improve your browsing experience. For instance, they remember your preferences (language, region, etc.) during your visit and for future visits. The information collected by cookies also helps us improve the website, tailor it to your interests, and speed up your searches.
In certain cases, and with your informed consent, cookies may also be used for additional purposes, such as collecting information to display ads based on your browsing habits.
What Are Cookies NOT Used for on This Website?
The cookies we use do not store sensitive personal information, such as your name, address, or password.
Who Uses the Information Stored in Cookies?
The information stored in cookies on our website is used exclusively by us, except for those identified as "third-party cookies," which are used and managed by external entities providing services to enhance the user experience. For instance, statistics about visits or the most popular content are typically managed by Google Analytics.
Third-party cookies are also commonly used to process payments made through the website.
How Can You Avoid Cookies on This Website?
If you prefer to avoid cookies, you can choose to REJECT their use or CONFIGURE the ones you want to allow and those you want to block (this document provides detailed information about each type of cookie, its purpose, recipients, duration, etc.).
If you’ve already accepted cookies, we won’t ask again unless you delete them from your device. To revoke consent, you’ll need to delete the cookies and reconfigure your preferences.
How to Disable and Delete Cookies?
Our website provides information about its cookie policy through a banner accessible on every page. This banner includes essential information about data processing and allows users to:
- ACCEPT or REJECT the installation of cookies, or withdraw previously granted consent.
To restrict, block, or delete cookies from this website (and those used by third parties), you can do so at any time by adjusting your browser settings. Note that this configuration varies by browser.
Below are links to instructions on how to enable or disable cookies for the most common browsers:
- Firefox
- Google Chrome
- Internet Explorer
- Microsoft Edge
- Safari
Types of Cookies Used on This Website
Every website uses its own cookies. On our website, we use the following:
By Management Entity:
First-party Cookies:
Cookies sent to the user’s device from a domain managed by the website operator and used to provide the requested service.
Third-party Cookies:
Cookies sent to the user’s device from a domain not managed by the website operator but by another entity that processes data obtained through cookies.
If cookies are sent from a domain managed by the website operator but the information is processed by a third party, they are considered third-party cookies if used for purposes like advertising or analytics.
By Purpose:
Technical Cookies:
These are necessary for browsing and ensuring the proper functioning of the website. Examples include managing data traffic, identifying sessions, processing orders, managing payments, and using security elements during browsing.
Analytical Cookies:
These quantify the number of users to analyze and statistically measure their use of the website, helping improve the offerings and services provided.
Preference or Personalization Cookies:
These remember user information such as language or regional preferences, enhancing the user experience.
By Duration:
Session Cookies:
Designed to collect and store data while the user accesses the website. These are temporary and disappear after the session ends.
Persistent Cookies:
These store data on the user’s device for a defined period, which can range from a few minutes to several years. Persistent cookies are used to retain information for future sessions, but their duration should align with their purpose to minimize privacy risks.
This comprehensive guide outlines our use of cookies to ensure transparency and provide you with control over your browsing preferences.