Cookie Usage Policy
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What are Cookies?
A cookie is a small file, consisting of letters and numbers, that will be stored on the computer, mobile terminal, or other equipment of a user from which the internet is accessed. The cookie is installed through the request issued by a web server to a browser (e.g., Internet Explorer, Chrome) and is completely “passive” (it does not contain software programs, viruses, or spyware and cannot access information on the user’s hard drive).
What are Cookies used for?
These files make it possible to recognize the user’s terminal and present content in a relevant way, adapted to the user’s preferences. Cookies provide users with a pleasant browsing experience and support Dante International’s efforts to offer comfortable services to users: e.g., – preferences regarding online privacy, the shopping cart, or relevant advertising. They are also used in the preparation of anonymous aggregate statistics that help us understand how a user benefits from our web pages, allowing us to improve their structure and content, excluding the personal identification of the user.
What Cookies do we use?
We use two types of Cookies: per session and fixed. The latter are temporary files that remain in the user’s terminal until the end of the session or the closing of the application (web browser). Fixed files remain on the user’s terminal for a period within the Cookie’s parameters or until manually deleted by the user.
How are cookies used by this site?
A visit to this site may place cookies for the purposes of:
Site performance cookies
Visitor analysis cookies
Geotargeting cookies
Registration cookies
Advertising cookies
Advertising provider cookies
Do Cookies contain personal data?
Cookies themselves do not request personal information to be used, and in most cases, do not personally identify internet users. Personal data collected through the use of Cookies can be collected only to facilitate certain functionalities for the user. Such data is encrypted in a way that makes it impossible for unauthorized persons to access it.
Deleting Cookies
In general, an application used to access web pages allows saving Cookies on the terminal by default. These settings can be changed so that the automatic administration of Cookies is blocked by the web browser or the user is informed every time Cookies are sent to the terminal. Detailed information about the possibilities and ways of managing Cookies can be found in the settings area of the application (web browser). Limiting the use of Cookies may affect certain functionalities of the web page.
Why are cookies important for the Internet?
Cookies are central to the efficient functioning of the Internet, helping to generate a friendly browsing experience that is adapted to each user’s preferences and interests. Refusing or disabling cookies can make some sites impossible to use.
Refusing or disabling cookies does not mean you will no longer receive online advertising – it just means that it will no longer take into account your preferences and interests, as evidenced by your browsing behavior.
Examples of important uses of cookies (which do not require authentication of a user through an account):
Content and services tailored to the user’s preferences – categories of products and services.
Offers tailored to users’ interests – remembering passwords.
Retention of child protection filters regarding Internet content (family mode options, safe search functions).
Limiting the frequency of ad displays – limiting the number of times an ad is shown to a particular user on a site.
Providing more relevant advertising to the user.
Measurement, optimization, and analytics features – such as confirming a certain level of traffic on a website, what type of content is viewed, and how a user arrives at a website (e.g., through search engines, directly, from other websites, etc.). Websites conduct these analyses to improve their sites for the benefit of users.
Security and privacy issues
Cookies are NOT viruses! They use plain text formats. They are not made up of pieces of code, so they cannot be executed, nor can they self-run. Consequently, they cannot duplicate or replicate on other networks to run or replicate again. Since they cannot perform these functions, they cannot be considered viruses.
However, cookies can be used for negative purposes. Because they store information about users’ preferences and browsing history, both on a particular site and across multiple other sites, cookies can be used as a form of spyware. Many anti-spyware products are aware of this fact and consistently mark cookies to be deleted in anti-virus/anti-spyware deletion/scanning procedures.
In general, browsers have integrated privacy settings that provide different levels of cookie acceptance, validity period, and automatic deletion after the user has visited a particular site.
Other security issues related to cookies:
Because identity protection is very valuable and represents the right of every internet user, it is advisable to be aware of what problems cookies can create. Because they transmit information constantly in both directions between the browser and the website, if an attacker or unauthorized person intervenes during data transmission, the information contained in the cookie can be intercepted.
Although very rare, this can happen if the browser connects to the server using an unencrypted network (e.g., an unsecured WiFi network).
Other cookie-based attacks involve incorrect cookie settings on servers. If a website does not require the browser to use only encrypted channels, attackers can exploit this vulnerability to trick browsers into sending information through unsecured channels. Attackers then use the information to gain unauthorized access to certain sites. It is very important to be careful in choosing the most appropriate method of protecting personal information.
Tips for safe and responsible browsing, based on cookies
Due to their flexibility and the fact that most of the most visited sites and the largest use cookies, they are almost inevitable. Disabling cookies will not allow user access to the most widespread and used sites, including Youtube, Gmail, Yahoo, and others.
Here are some tips that can ensure you navigate worry-free but with the help of cookies:
Customize your browser settings for cookies to reflect a comfortable level of security for you when using cookies.
If you don’t mind cookies and you are the only person using the computer, you can set long expiration periods for storing your browsing history and personal access data.
If you share access to the computer, you may consider setting the browser to delete individual browsing data each time you close the browser. This is a way to access sites that place cookies and delete any visit information at the end of the browsing session.
Constantly install and update anti-spyware applications.
Many spyware detection and prevention applications include detecting attacks on sites. Thus, they prevent the browser from accessing websites that could exploit the browser’s vulnerabilities or download dangerous software.
Make sure your browser is always updated.
Many cookie-based attacks are carried out by exploiting the weaknesses of old browser versions.
Cookies are everywhere and cannot be avoided if you want to enjoy access to the best and largest sites on the Internet – local or international. With a clear understanding of how they operate and the benefits they bring, you can take the necessary security measures so that you can confidently browse the internet.
Disabling and refusing to receive cookies can make certain sites impractical or difficult to visit and use. Also, refusing to accept cookies does not mean that you will no longer receive/see online advertising.
It is possible to set your browser so that these cookies are no longer accepted, or you can set the browser to accept cookies from a specific site. But, for example, if you are not registered using cookies, you will not be able to leave comments.
All modern browsers offer the possibility to change cookie settings. These settings are usually found in the “options” or “preferences” menu of your browser.
To understand these settings, the following links may be useful, otherwise, you can use the “help” option of your browser for more details.
Cookie settings in Microsoft Edge
Cookie settings in Firefox
Cookie settings in Chrome
Cookie settings in Opera
For third-party generated cookie settings, you can also consult the site:
https://www.youronlinechoices.com/ro/
Useful links
If you want to find out more information about cookies and what they are used for, we recommend the following links:
Microsoft Cookies guide
All About Cookies