What are cookies and why are they used?

A cookie is a file that is downloaded to the user’s device when accessing certain websites in order to store and retrieve information about the user’s browsing activity.

Cookies allow this website, among other things, to store and retrieve information about users’ decisions and habits. Some of the cookies used on this website are necessary for it to function properly.

It’s important to note that the use of cookies does not provide personal data about the user.

This website uses both first-party and third-party cookies, as detailed below. Please note that the installation of some of the cookies listed is necessary for the operation of the website and does not require user consent.

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What types of cookies exist?

Cookies can be classified by duration as follows:

• Session cookies: These store data while the user navigates the website and are deleted when the browser is closed. They are typically used to store information needed to provide the service requested by the user at a specific time.

• Persistent cookies: These store data on the user’s device for a specified period, allowing preferences to be remembered without having to reset them each time the user visits the site.

Cookies can also be classified by the entity managing them:

• First-party cookies: These are sent to the user’s device from a domain or device managed by the website owner to provide the requested service.

• Third-party cookies: These are sent to the user’s device from a domain or device not managed by the website owner, but by another entity that processes the data obtained through the cookies.

According to their purpose, cookies can be:

• Technical cookies: Used to control data traffic and communication.

• Personalization cookies: Allow users to access the service with certain predefined features (e.g., language, browser).

• Analytics cookies: Enable the tracking and analysis of user behavior on websites and help create usage profiles.

• Advertising cookies: Collect data for managing website advertising spaces.

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Which cookies are used on this website?

Users can consult and configure the cookie usage of the website in the Settings section.

Please note that some cookies are essential for the proper functioning of the site and do not require user consent or management.

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Cookie Table (Examples)

(This is a simplified sample of the full cookie table. Let me know if you’d like the full table in a downloadable or embeddable format.)

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How can you disable cookies in your browser?

Cookie settings are managed through your browser. You can allow, block, or delete cookies by configuring your browser’s settings. Please refer to your browser’s help section to learn how to activate “private mode” or manage cookie settings.

Keep in mind that using certain browser features (e.g., Google Translate) may install third-party cookies not managed by this website, and we are not responsible for them.

Here are links to cookie settings for major browsers:

• Internet Explorer

• Mozilla Firefox

• Opera

• Google Chrome

• Safari

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Additional Information

For more information on how cookies work and how to block them, visit:

• www.allaboutcookies.org

• www.youronlinechoices.eu

If you have any questions or comments about our use of cookies, feel free to contact us at:
📧 info@eurecat.org – as the website owner and service manager.