Cookie Policy for ro-univerit.live

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This Cookie Policy explains how ro-univerit.live ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website. It describes what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control their use.

By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. If you do not agree, please disable cookies as outlined below or refrain from using the site.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, improve user experience, and provide information to site owners. Cookies can be "session cookies" (temporary and deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (remain on your device for a set period or until deleted).

We also use similar technologies such as web beacons, pixel tags, and local storage for the same purposes. For simplicity, we refer to all of these as "cookies" in this policy.

Types of Cookies We Use

We categorize cookies as follows:

  • Strictly Necessary Cookies: These are essential for the basic functionality of our website. Without them, features like navigation, login, and access to secure areas would not work. Examples include cookies that remember your session ID or maintain security settings.
  • Performance Cookies: These collect anonymous information about how visitors use our site (e.g., pages visited, load times, error messages). They help us improve performance and user experience. These cookies do not identify you personally.
  • Functionality Cookies: These remember choices you make (e.g., language, region, font size) to provide enhanced, personalized features. They may also be used to remember changes you have made to text size or other preferences.
  • Targeting/Advertising Cookies: These are used to deliver relevant ads to you based on your browsing history, limit ad frequency, and measure campaign effectiveness. They are often placed by third-party ad networks with our permission.

Specific Cookies We Use

Below is a list of cookies that may be set on our website. Note that this list is subject to change as we update our services. Where applicable, we indicate the cookie name, type, purpose, and retention period.

  • session_id: Strictly necessary, session cookie. Used to maintain your session while navigating the site. Deleted when browser is closed.
  • csrf_token: Strictly necessary, session cookie. Prevents cross-site request forgery attacks. Deleted after 24 hours.
  • lang_pref: Functionality, persistent cookie (1 year). Stores your language preference to display the site in your chosen language.
  • _ga: Performance, persistent cookie (2 years). Google Analytics cookie used to distinguish unique users and generate statistical data about site usage.
  • _gid: Performance, persistent cookie (24 hours). Google Analytics cookie used to track user interactions.
  • _fbp: Targeting, persistent cookie (3 months). Facebook pixel cookie used to deliver targeted ads on Facebook.
  • ads_prefs: Targeting, persistent cookie (30 days). Stores your ad preferences and opt-out status for personalized advertising.

We may also use other cookies from third-party services such as social media plugins, analytics providers, or content delivery networks. These are subject to the respective third-party privacy policies.

How Do We Use Cookies?

We use cookies for the following purposes:

  • To ensure our website functions correctly and securely.
  • To analyze site traffic and usage patterns to improve performance and content.
  • To remember your preferences and settings.
  • To provide personalized content and advertisements (where you have consented).
  • To enable social media sharing and integration.
  • To detect and prevent fraudulent activity.

Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our site. For example, we use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. These third parties may use cookies to collect data about your online activities over time and across different websites. We do not control these cookies, and they are subject to the privacy policies of the respective third parties.

Notable third-party cookies we use include:

  • Google Analytics: For aggregated usage statistics. See Google's Privacy Policy at policies.google.com.
  • Facebook Pixel: For ad targeting and conversion tracking. See Facebook's Data Policy at facebook.com/policy.
  • YouTube: When you embed videos, YouTube may set cookies for analytics and personalization. See Google's Privacy Policy.

Your Consent and Choices

When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie banner that asks for your consent to use non-essential cookies. You can choose to accept all, reject all, or customize your preferences. This choice will be stored using a cookie. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of our site.

You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies, but this may affect site functionality. Here are links to instructions for common browsers:

  • Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data.
  • Mozilla Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data.
  • Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data.
  • Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions.

Please note that disabling strictly necessary cookies may prevent our site from working properly.

How Long Do Cookies Stay?

Cookie duration varies. Session cookies expire when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a specified period (e.g., days, months, or years) unless manually deleted by you. We aim to retain cookies only as long as necessary for the purpose they were collected.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our data practices. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Your Rights (Under General Data Protection Regulation - GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or Romania, you have certain rights regarding personal data collected via cookies:

  • Right to access: You can request a copy of the data we hold about you.
  • Right to rectification: You can ask us to correct inaccurate data.
  • Right to erasure: You can ask us to delete your data, subject to legal retention requirements.
  • Right to restrict processing: You can limit how we use your data.
  • Right to object: You can object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing.
  • Right to data portability: You can request a machine-readable copy of your data.
  • Right to withdraw consent: Withdraw consent at any time without affecting lawfulness of prior processing.

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below. We will respond within one month.

Contact Information

For questions about this Cookie Policy or to exercise your data rights, please contact us:

Email: [Your Email Address]

Postal Address: [Your Physical Address, if applicable]

Data Protection Officer (if applicable): [DPO Email]

Governing Law

This Cookie Policy is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Romania, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising under this policy shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Romania.

Additional Information for Romanian Residents

Romanian Law No. 506/2004 on the processing of personal data and the protection of privacy in the electronic communications sector, as well as Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR), apply to our use of cookies. We comply with the principle of data minimization and ensure that cookies are only set after informed consent for non-essential cookies. For more information, please refer to the Romanian National Supervisory Authority for Personal Data Processing (ANSPDCP).

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed at children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly use cookies to collect data from children without parental consent. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us, and we will delete it.

International Data Transfers

If you access our site from outside Romania, your data may be transferred to and processed in countries that may not have the same data protection laws. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses, to protect your data.

Automated Decision-Making

We do not use cookies for automated decision-making that significantly affects you, except for targeted advertising. You have the right to opt out of such processing.

Complaints

If you believe we have violated your data protection rights, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the National Supervisory Authority for Personal Data Processing (ANSPDCP) in Romania, or your local data protection authority.

Thank you for taking the time to understand our Cookie Policy. We are committed to protecting your privacy and providing a transparent experience.