COOKIE INFORMATION
Due to the entry into force of the amendment to the “Law on Information Society Services” (LSSICE), established by Royal Decree 13/2012, it is mandatory to obtain the express consent of users of all websites that use non-essential cookies before they begin browsing.
“Cookies” allow Internet-related service providers to store and retrieve data about users stored on their devices.
When Internet service providers use cookies, they must obtain users’ consent after clearly and comprehensively informing them about their use and purpose, particularly regarding data processing purposes, in accordance with Organic Law 15/1999 of December 13 on the Protection of Personal Data and Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR).
Whenever technically possible and effective, user consent for data processing may be provided through the configuration of the web browser (or other application) being used.
The above shall not prevent the storage or technical access strictly necessary for transmitting a communication over an electronic communications network or for providing an information society service expressly requested by the user. For example: authentication cookies used to identify registered users, or shopping cart cookies used to store selected items prior to checkout.
WHAT ARE COOKIES?
Cookies are tools used on websites to ensure proper functioning and to store and retrieve information about visitors.
Through the use of cookies, the web server may remember certain information about the user, such as display preferences, usernames, passwords, products of interest, shopping carts, and more.
CLASSIFICATION AND TYPES OF COOKIES
1. According to the entity managing the domain
First-party cookies:
These are sent to the user’s device from a server or domain managed directly by the website owner. They are used to facilitate navigation or ensure correct website functionality and are essential for improving user experience, storing preferences, enabling personalized features, and collecting analytical data, always in compliance with applicable data protection regulations.
Third-party cookies:
Some websites may install third-party cookies to manage and improve services offered, such as statistical services provided by Google Analytics or Comscore.
2. According to duration
Session cookies:
These expire when the browser is closed.
Persistent cookies:
These remain active for a defined period or until manually deleted by the user.
3. According to purpose
Technical cookies:
Enable navigation and use of website features such as session identification, restricted access areas, order processing, event registration, security elements, and multimedia content storage.
Analytical cookies:
Allow tracking and analysis of user behavior to improve services based on usage data.
Personalization cookies:
Allow access to services with predefined characteristics such as language, browser type, layout preferences, geolocation, and regional settings.
Social cookies:
Necessary to link the website with social networks.
Advertising and preference cookies:
Manage advertising spaces efficiently and display relevant ads while avoiding repetition.
Affiliate cookies:
Track the origin of website visits.
COOKIES SUBJECT TO REGULATION AND EXEMPT COOKIES
According to EU regulations, cookies that require informed and express user consent are analytical, advertising, and affiliate cookies.
Technical cookies necessary for website operation or services expressly requested by users are exempt.
HOW TO MANAGE AND DELETE COOKIES IN YOUR BROWSER
Users may allow, block, or delete cookies through their browser settings.
Browsers can be configured to notify users when a cookie is received and allow them to block its installation. Users may revoke previously granted consent at any time and delete cookies according to their preferences.
Each browser offers specific options to manage cookies individually or globally. Below are links to instructions for the most commonly used browsers:
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Google Chrome:
https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647?hl=en -
Mozilla Firefox:
https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/cookies-information-websites-store -
Internet Explorer:
https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/17442/windows-internet-explorer-delete-manage-cookies
Google Analytics offers a browser add-on to disable analytical cookies:
https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Google Privacy Policy:
http://www.google.com/policies/privacy/
Google Cookies Policy:
http://www.google.com/policies/technologies/cookies/
Google Cookie Types:
http://www.google.com/policies/technologies/types/
Blocking cookies may limit some website functionalities or negatively affect browsing experience.
COOKIES USED
| Name | Description | Provider | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| APISID | Maintains Google account session | Third-party | 2 years | |
| CONSENT | Stores consent for Google services | Third-party | Persistent | |
| HSID | Maintains Google account session | Third-party | 2 years | |
| NID | Stores user preferences | Third-party | 6 months | |
| OGP | Provides services and anonymous data | Third-party | 1 month | |
| SID | Maintains Google account session | Third-party | 2 years | |
| SIDCC | Provides services and anonymous data | Third-party | 3 months | |
| SSID | Maintains Google account session | Third-party | 2 years | |
| OTZ | Ad personalization | Third-party | Session | |
| SAPISID | Stores preferences for Google Maps | Third-party | 2 years | |
| _ga | Distinguishes users | Third-party | 2 years | |
| _gid | Distinguishes users | Third-party | 24 hours | |
| _gat | Limits request rate | Third-party | 1 minute | |
| bku, loc, mus, uid, uvc | Content sharing & analytics | AddThis | Third-party | Various |
| fr, datr, xs, c_user | Facebook advertising & social plugins | Third-party | Various | |
| cc_cookie_accept | Cookie acceptance check | Own | First-party | — |
| cc_cookie_decline | Cookie rejection check | Own | First-party | — |
Cookies used on this website may change according to provider policies. Users are encouraged to consult:
Google:
Type: Third-party analytics
https://www.google.com/policies/technologies/types/
Facebook:
Type: Third-party analytics
https://www.facebook.com/policies/cookies/