1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy (“Policy”) explains in detail how the Website Operator (“we,” “our,” “us”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you access or use our websites, mobile applications, and any related services (collectively, the “Services”).
This Policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. By continuing to use our Services after being presented with a cookie banner or notice, you acknowledge and consent to our use of cookies as described in this Policy, unless you have adjusted your browser or device settings to disable cookies.
We recognize the importance of transparency and compliance with applicable data protection legislation, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the EU ePrivacy Directive.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They typically contain information such as the name of the domain that set the cookie, the lifetime of the cookie, and a randomly generated unique identifier.
Cookies serve multiple purposes:
- Enabling core website functionality.
- Remembering user preferences and settings.
- Enhancing performance and measuring usage.
- Providing personalized content and targeted advertising.
Cookies may be classified according to duration, origin, or purpose.
3. Types of Cookies
3.1 By Duration
- Session Cookies: temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser.
- Persistent Cookies: remain on your device for a defined period or until manually deleted.
3.2 By Origin
- First-Party Cookies: placed directly by us.
- Third-Party Cookies: placed by third-party service providers (e.g., analytics, advertisers).
3.3 By Purpose
- Strictly Necessary Cookies
- Essential for operation of the Services.
- Enable functions such as login, authentication, and security.
- Cannot be disabled via cookie banner.
- Functional Cookies
- Remember user settings and preferences (e.g., language, region).
- Enhance usability and personalization.
- Performance and Analytics Cookies
- Collect data on how users interact with our Services.
- Provide insights to improve speed, design, and performance.
- Often provided by third-party analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics).
- Targeting and Advertising Cookies
- Track browsing habits across websites.
- Deliver advertisements tailored to your interests.
- Set only with explicit consent.
4. Examples of Third-Party Cookies
- Google Analytics: to understand usage trends, page performance, and visitor behavior.
- Meta (Facebook) Pixel: for campaign tracking and targeted advertising.
- YouTube / Vimeo: if videos are embedded in our site, these services may set cookies.
- Payment Providers: to facilitate secure transactions and prevent fraud.
Each third-party provider maintains its own privacy and cookie policies, which we encourage you to review directly.
5. Legal Basis for Processing
- Strictly necessary cookies: Legitimate interest in providing secure, functional Services.
- Functional, analytics, and marketing cookies: Your consent, obtained via a cookie banner or preference center.
6. How We Obtain Consent
- Informs you of our use of cookies.
- Provides a link to this Policy.
- Offers the ability to accept all, reject all (except strictly necessary), or customize preferences.
Your consent is recorded and may be refreshed periodically to remain valid under GDPR.
7. Managing and Disabling Cookies
You have the right to manage your cookie preferences at any time:
- Through our cookie banner or preference center.
- By adjusting your browser settings to block or delete cookies.
Instructions for popular browsers:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and site data.
- Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data.
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies.
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions.
Please note: disabling cookies may affect functionality and limit your ability to use certain features.
8. Data Collected Through Cookies
- Device identifiers and IP address.
- Browser type and version.
- Operating system and platform.
- Pages visited, time spent, and actions taken.
- Referring website (if applicable).
- Interactions with advertisements or content.
We do not use cookies to collect sensitive personal data such as health, financial information, or political views.
9. Data Retention
- Session cookies: deleted automatically after each session.
- Persistent cookies: retained for set periods (from 1 day to 24 months) unless deleted earlier by you.
- Third-party cookies: subject to the retention policies of the third party (e.g., Google, Meta).
We review our use of cookies regularly and ensure retention periods remain no longer than necessary.
10. International Data Transfers
Some cookies set by third parties may involve transferring data outside the European Economic Area (EEA). Where such transfers occur, we ensure appropriate safeguards, such as EU Standard Contractual Clauses, are implemented.
11. Children’s Privacy
Our Services are intended exclusively for individuals aged 18+. We do not knowingly use cookies to collect data from minors. If we become aware that such data has been collected, we will take immediate steps to delete it.
12. Liability Disclaimer
- We do not control the practices of third-party providers.
- We disclaim responsibility for third-party cookies outside our control.
- Users interact with third-party content at their own risk.
13. Updates to This Policy
We may revise this Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our business practices. The latest version will always be accessible through our Services.
14. Contact
If you have questions about this Policy or our use of cookies, please contact:
📧 support@[yourdomain].com
Operator Details (for GDPR compliance only, discreet)
UAB “Refiksas”
Company code: 30320169
I. Simonaitytės g. 5, 95128 Klaipėda, Lithuania
Email: refiksas@gmail.com | Tel: +37067866703