1. What are Cookies and Why We Use Them
Cookies are small text files downloaded and stored on your device (computer, mobile, or tablet) when you visit our website. They allow the website to remember information about your session and preferences, thereby enhancing your user experience.
We use cookies for three main purposes:
- Functionality: to ensure the correct technical operation and security of the website.
- Analytics: to measure site traffic and analyze user behavior to improve our performance and services.
- Marketing: to personalize content and show relevant advertisements.
2. Types and Duration of Cookies We Use
Our website utilizes different categories of cookies based on their function.
Technical or Essential Cookies:
these cookies are strictly necessary for the core functionality of the website, such as managing your session, allowing you to navigate secure areas, or remembering your cookie consent status. They do not require your consent, as their use is based on our legitimate interest to provide the service.
Examples: cookies that identify your session (e.g., PHPSESSID) or cookies that store your consent choices (cookie_settings). These are owned by Betweengs SL and typically last for the duration of the session or up to one year.
Analytical Cookies:
these cookies allow us to collect aggregated, statistical data on how visitors use our website. We use this information to count visits, track user interaction, and improve the site structure. The legal basis for using these cookies is your explicit consent.
Examples: we use Google Analytics. The _ga cookie distinguishes users and typically lasts for 2 years, while the _gid cookie is used for session tracking and lasts for 24 hours. Data is transferred to Google LLC in the United States.
Advertising and Marketing Cookies:
these cookies store information about your browsing habits to develop an interest profile and subsequently show you relevant advertising on third-party sites. The legal basis for using these cookies is your explicit consent.
Example: we may use the _fbp cookie from Meta (Facebook) for retargeting, which typically lasts for 3 months.
Personalization Cookies:
these cookies allow us to remember information that customizes your experience, such as your chosen language or the region from which you access our services. The legal basis for using these cookies is your explicit consent.
3. Management, Acceptance, and Withdrawal of Consent (GDPR Compliant)
Upon your first visit, a consent banner will be displayed to allow you to manage your choices. We only install non-essential cookies (Analytical, Marketing, and Personalization) if you actively consent to them.
- Acceptance: By clicking "Accept All" on the banner, you explicitly consent to the installation of all cookie types.
- Rejection: By clicking "Reject All" or closing the banner without action, only the essential cookies will be installed.
- Configuration (Granular Choice): You can manage your preferences by clicking "Manage Preferences" to choose precisely which categories of non-essential cookies you wish to accept or reject.
- Withdrawal of Consent: You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time. To modify or revoke your cookie choices simply and easily, please click on the cookie settings link, which is permanently available in the footer of our website.
4. How to Disable or Delete Cookies via Browser Settings
You can modify your browser settings to universally block, restrict, or delete cookies. Please be aware that blocking essential (technical) cookies may impair the functionality and availability of some services on our website.
For instructions on how to manage cookies in the main browsers, please consult the links below:
5. Policy Modifications and Privacy
We reserve the right to modify this Cookie Policy at any time to adapt it to legislative, regulatory, or business changes. We recommend you review this section periodically.
For detailed information on how we process your personal data, including data retention periods, the rights you hold, and the security measures we apply to international data transfers (like Google Analytics), please consult our Privacy Policy.