Cookie Policy for romaniarossreal.live

Last Updated: October 26, 2023

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them on the website romaniarossreal.live, and the choices you have regarding their use. By accessing and using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy, which is an integral part of our broader Privacy Policy.

This policy is written in English and is intended for users in Romania (RO) and internationally. We comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU) 2016/679 and other applicable data protection laws.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, improve user experience, and provide information to the website owners.

Cookies can be:

• Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that remain on your device until you close your browser.
• Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them.
• First-party Cookies: Set by the website you are visiting.
• Third-party Cookies: Set by a domain other than the one you are visiting, often by external service providers.

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for various purposes, which are categorized as follows:

2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms. You can set your browser to block these cookies, but some parts of the site may not work.

2.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources to measure and improve site performance. They help us understand which pages are popular and how visitors move around the site. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and anonymous.

2.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your language preference or region. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.

2.4 Targeting and Advertising Cookies

These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites. They work by uniquely identifying your browser and device.

3. Detailed List of Cookies Used

The table below provides more detailed information about the specific cookies we use on romaniarossreal.live.

Cookie Name	Provider	Purpose	Type & Duration
session_id	romaniarossreal.live	Maintains your session state and security while navigating the site.	First-party, Session
cookie_consent	romaniarossreal.live	Remembers your cookie consent preferences.	First-party, Persistent (1 year)
_ga	Google Analytics	Used to distinguish unique users and generate statistical data.	Third-party, Persistent (2 years)
_gid	Google Analytics	Used to distinguish users for analytics.	Third-party, Persistent (24 hours)
_gat	Google Analytics	Used to throttle request rate to Google Analytics.	Third-party, Persistent (1 minute)
NID	Google	Used for Google Maps functionality and preferences.	Third-party, Persistent (6 months)
fr	Facebook	Used for Facebook advertising, tracking, and analytics.	Third-party, Persistent (3 months)
lang	romaniarossreal.live	Remembers your preferred language setting.	First-party, Persistent (1 year)

This list is not exhaustive and may be updated periodically as services change.

4. Your Consent and How to Manage Cookies

When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner where you can accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize your preferences.

4.1 Browser Controls

You can manage or delete cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

• See what cookies are stored and delete them individually.
• Block third-party cookies.
• Block cookies from specific sites.
• Block all cookies.
• Delete all cookies when you close your browser.

To learn more about managing cookies in popular browsers, visit the following links:

• Google Chrome
• Mozilla Firefox
• Microsoft Edge
• Apple Safari

Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may impact your user experience and some features of the website may not function properly.

4.2 Third-Party Opt-Outs

For analytics and advertising cookies set by specific third parties, you can often opt-out directly via their platforms:

• Google Analytics: You can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
• Online Advertising: You can visit Your Online Choices (EU) or the Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) to opt-out of interest-based advertising from many participating companies.

5. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

Under the GDPR, our use of cookies is based on the following legal grounds:

• Strictly Necessary Cookies: Processing is necessary for the performance of a contract (using our website) or for our legitimate interests in ensuring site security and basic functionality.
• Performance, Functionality, and Targeting Cookies: We rely on your consent, which you provide via our cookie banner. You can withdraw your consent at any time by managing your cookie settings as described above.

6. Data Transfers and Third-Party Processors

Some third-party cookies may involve the transfer of your data (such as IP address, browser information) to countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA), including the United States. We ensure that such transfers are governed by appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission, or the recipient's participation in the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework, to ensure an adequate level of data protection.

7. Data Retention

Cookie data is retained for different periods as indicated in the table above. Persistent cookies will remain on your device until their expiry date or until you manually delete them. Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser. Aggregated analytics data is retained for up to 26 months.

8. Your Data Protection Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the EEA or Romania, you have certain rights regarding your personal data collected via cookies:

• Right of Access: You can request information about the personal data we hold about you.
• Right to Rectification: You can request correction of inaccurate data.
• Right to Erasure ("Right to be Forgotten"): You can request deletion of your personal data.
• Right to Restrict Processing: You can request limitation of how we use your data.
• Right to Data Portability: You can request a copy of your data in a structured format.
• Right to Object: You can object to processing based on legitimate interests.
• Right to Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw your cookie consent at any time.

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details in Section 10. We may need to verify your identity before responding.

9. Policy Updates

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our services. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page will be revised accordingly. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Significant changes will be communicated via a notice on our website or by other means.

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