What are Cookies?
Cookies are small files that are installed on your computer or other device when you visit a website. They are used for the operation of the website you visit as well as to provide additional functionality (such as user identification, remembering preferences).
- Under what conditions are cookies allowed?
In order to place cookies on a terminal device, the user's consent is required, following appropriate notification, regardless of whether personal data processing is ultimately carried out through them. In the absence of any choice expression (neither acceptance nor rejection), no unnecessary cookies should be used.
- Are there cookies exempted from the requirement of consent?
Cookies exempted from the requirement of consent are those considered technically necessary for the connection to the website or for providing the Internet service requested by the user. Therefore, the cases of cookies exempted are essentially those considered technically necessary for the connection to the website or for providing the Internet service. For example, cookies that "remember" the user's choices regarding the presentation of the website fall within the aforementioned exception (e.g. language choice).
Why are cookies used on this website?
The website places cookies exclusively for the following functions:
- basic functionalities like:
- website display and user preferences storage (e.g. choice of language/colours, presentation of search results)
- visitor security (e.g. cookies that detect repeated failed attempts to log into a user's account),
- load balancing,
- sharing content via social networks (social media).
- Statistics (Google Analytics).
The cookies we use in this website are as follows:
| Cookie name | Description | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga_* | Google Analytics sets this cookie to store and count page views. | 1 year 1 month 4 days |
| _ga | Google Analytics sets this cookie to calculate visitor, session and campaign data and track site usage for the site's analytics report. The cookie stores information anonymously and assigns a randomly generated number to recognise unique visitors. | 1 year 1 month 4 days |
| _GRECAPTCHA | Google Recaptcha service sets this cookie to identify bots to protect the website against malicious spam attacks. | 5 months 27 days |
What are the necessary cookies listed on this page?
They are cookies that exist for the functionality of a website. Without the necessary cookies, websites cannot function properly. For this particular category of cookies, we do not ask for your specific consent. For all other cookies, you can apply your consent on the pop-up window, when entering the website.
Who processes cookies?
Cookies are processed by the user's browser (google chrome, firefox, etc.) and the server hosting the website.
When is permission given by the user for the operation of each cookie?
When the user enters the website for the first time, they are given the option of accepting the cookies that they would like to be used during his navigation. The acceptance process is done through the pop-up window, at the bottom of the website.
When is permission given by the user for the operation of each cookie?
When the user enters the website for the first time, they are given the option of accepting the cookies that they would like to be used during his navigation. The acceptance process is done through the pop-up window, at the bottom of the website.
How long do cookies last?
The duration of cookies may vary depending on their type.
Session cookies are temporary cookies that are stored in the user's browser memory only during their visit to a website. Once the user closes their browser, the session cookies are deleted.
Persistent cookies have an expiration date and remain on the user's device even after the user closes their browser. The lifetime of a persistent cookie can vary, from a few days to several years, depending on the expiration date set by the site that created the cookie. For this website, the maximum duration of operation is 365 days.
Some cookies are also set to expire after a certain period of time since the user's last visit to the website. These are called "inactivity" or "session timeout" cookies and are designed to protect user accounts and data by automatically logging the user out if they are inactive for a certain period.
It is important to note that how long cookies last may also be affected by the user's browser settings, as many browsers allow users to control how cookies are stored and how long they are kept.
Who are the recipients of the cookies?
The user's browser (google chrome, firefox, etc.), the website, and the server hosting the website.
How can I manage cookies?
All web browsers allow you to manage cookies in order to either delete cookies once you have completed your visit to the website or set your preferences regarding the use of cookies before you start browsing the website. Please note that deleting or rejecting cookies may negatively affect the experience of using the website (eg some features may not be fully available). You can find more information about your browser at the links below:
- Google Chrome
- Microsoft Edge
- Microsoft Internet Explorer
- Mozilla Firefox
- Apple Safari (Mac OS)
- Apple Safari (iPhone, iPad)
- Opera
Where can I learn more about cookies?
Detailed information on the use of cookies, as well as how to block or limit them, can be found on the websites:
- https://cookiepedia.co.uk/all-about-cookies
- http://www.allaboutcookies.org/
- https://www.aboutcookies.org/
Can this policy be changed?
This policy may be amended at any time and the most recent amendment is always considered valid. We recommend that you regularly refer to this page.
Note
Alfa Quality Foods bears no responsibility for the references from this policy to external websites, for their content and services, which it does not control or adopt, and for any damage resulting from their use, as the visitor has access to them with his own responsibility.
