What are cookies?
In English, the term “cookie” refers to a sweet snack, but in the context of web browsing, a “cookie” is something entirely different.
When you access our website, a small piece of text is stored in your device’s browser, known as a “cookie.” This text contains various information about your browsing activity, preferences, content customization, etc.
There are other technologies that work similarly and are also used to collect data about your browsing behavior. We will refer to all these technologies collectively as “cookies.”
The specific uses of these technologies are described in this document.
What are cookies used for on this website?
Cookies are an essential part of how our website functions. The main purpose of our cookies is to improve your browsing experience. For example, they help remember your preferences (language, country, etc.) during navigation and future visits. The information collected through cookies also helps us improve the website, tailor it to your interests, speed up your searches, and more.
In certain cases, if we have obtained your prior informed consent, we may use cookies for additional purposes, such as displaying advertising based on your browsing habits.
What are cookies NOT used for on this website?
The cookies we use do not store sensitive personal identification data such as your name, address, password, etc.
Who uses the information stored in cookies?
The information stored in the 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 that enhance the user experience. For example, statistics on visit counts or most popular content are typically managed by GOOGLE ANALYTICS.
Third-party cookies are also commonly used to facilitate payment operations made through the website.
How can I avoid the use of cookies on this website?
If you prefer to avoid the use of cookies, you can REJECT their use or CONFIGURE which ones you want to block and which ones you allow (this document provides detailed information about each type of cookie, its purpose, recipient, duration, etc.).
If you have accepted cookies, we will not ask again unless you delete them from your device as explained below.
If you want to withdraw your consent, you will need to delete the cookies and reconfigure your preferences.
How do I disable and delete cookies?
You can restrict, block, or delete cookies from this website (including third-party cookies) at any time by modifying your browser settings. Please note that this configuration differs depending on the browser, but it is usually found in the “Preferences,” “Tools,” or “Options” menu, under sections like “Privacy and Security” or “Clear browsing data,” etc.
For more details on cookie settings in each browser, consult the browser’s “Help” menu.
What types of cookies are used on this website?
Each website uses its own cookies. On our website, we use the following types:
ACCORDING TO THE ENTITY THAT MANAGES THEM
- First-party cookies: These are sent to the user’s terminal from a device or domain managed by the website’s owner and from which the requested service is provided.
- Third-party cookies: These are sent to the user’s terminal from a device or domain not managed by the website owner, but by another entity that processes data collected through cookies.
If cookies are served from a device or domain managed by the website owner but the information is handled by a third party for their own purposes (such as service improvement or advertising), they are not considered first-party cookies.
ACCORDING TO THEIR PURPOSE
- Technical cookies: Necessary for browsing and the proper functioning of our website. For example, they are used to control traffic and data communication, identify sessions, access restricted areas, remember cart items, complete purchase processes, manage payments, prevent fraud, register for events, count visits for licensing purposes, use security elements, store content for media playback, enable dynamic content (e.g., animated text or images), or share content on social media.
- Analytics cookies: Allow us to count users and perform statistical analysis of how users interact with our services. This helps us improve the products or services we offer.
- Preference or personalization cookies: Allow information to be remembered so users can access the service with features that differentiate their experience, such as language, number of search results, or layout depending on the browser or region used.
- Behavioral advertising cookies: These, managed by us or third parties, allow us to analyze your browsing habits in order to display advertising related to your browsing profile.
ACCORDING TO THEIR DURATION
- Session cookies: Designed to collect and store data while the user accesses a website.
- Persistent cookies: Data remains stored in the user’s device and can be accessed and processed for a defined period by the cookie manager.