Cookie Policy

COOKIE POLICY (updated 20th July 2023)

Cookies are small text files sent by the site to the Data Subject’s terminal (usually the browser), where they are stored and then transmitted back to the site the next time the same User visits. A cookie cannot retrieve any other data from the User’s hard drive or transmit computer viruses or acquire e-mail addresses. Each cookie is unique to the User’s web browser. Some of the functions of cookies may be delegated to other technologies. In this document, the term ‘cookies’ refers to both cookies and similar technologies. By means of cookies, information related to preferences, such as pages browsed or file downloads from the site or other similar actions performed while browsing the site, can be recorded.

FIRST- OR THIRD-PARTY COOKIES

Cookies can be first-party or third-party cookies:

– “First Party” refers to cookies developed by the Site Owner itself,

– “Third Party” refers to cookies developed by Third Parties other than the Site Owner.

NATURE OF COOKIES

There are different types of cookies based on their nature:

Technical cookies:

Technical cookies are used solely for the purpose of “carrying out the transmission of a communication over an electronic communications network or to the extent strictly necessary for the provider of an information society service explicitly requested by the subscriber or user to provide such service” (see Article 122(1) of the Code). They are not used for any further purposes and are usually installed directly by the website owner or operator.

They can be categorized as:

Navigation or session cookies: These ensure the normal navigation and use of the website (for example, making a purchase or authenticating to access restricted areas). They are necessary for the proper functioning of the site.

Analytics cookies: These are similar to technical cookies and are used by the site operator to collect aggregated information about the number of users and their browsing behavior to improve site performance.

Functionality cookies: These allow the User to navigate based on selected criteria (e.g., selected products for purchase, language) to enhance the user experience. Prior consent is not required for the installation of such cookies.

Profiling cookies:

Profiling cookies are used to create profiles related to the User and are used to send advertising messages in line with the User’s preferences expressed during web browsing. Consent from the Data Subject is required for the use of profiling cookies. According to Order No. 229 of May 8, 2014, Users must have the ability to authorize or deny consent for the installation of profiling cookies if they are present.

In the case of third-party cookies, the site does not have direct control over individual cookies and cannot control them (neither install them directly nor delete them). However, Users can manage these cookies through browser settings or the sites indicated in the “Cookie Management” section. Users are

encouraged to review the relevant cookie policies on the Third-Party sites. The updated list of cookies used on the platform can be accessed by following the provided process.

COOKIE DURATION

Cookies have a lifetime determined by the expiration date or a specific action such as closing the browser when they are installed. Cookies can be:

Temporary or session cookies: These are used to store temporary information, link actions performed during a specific session, and are removed from the computer when the browser is closed.

Permanent cookies: These are used to store information such as login credentials, so the User doesn’t have to enter them again on each visit to a specific site. They remain stored on the computer even after closing the browser.

COOKIE MANAGEMENT

Users can disable cookies on websites by using special software or activating “anonymous browsing” mode. Alternatively, they can disable/delete cookies through the browser’s configuration panel.

ACCEPTANCE AND WAIVER OF COOKIES

By continuing to browse the site, closing the information wrapper, clicking anywhere on the page, or scrolling down to view further content, Users agree to the Cookie Policy, and cookies will be set and collected. If Users do not accept cookies by quitting browsing, any cookies already registered locally in the browser will remain but will no longer be read or used by us until the policy is later accepted. Users will always have the option to remove such cookies at any time.

Please note that this Cookie Policy is effective as of the updated date mentioned above and may be subject to change. Users are advised to periodically review the policy for any updates. Should you have any questions or require further clarification, please contact us at [email protected]