Cookie Policy
This page describes how cookies are placed, used, and managed on the website www.classixfestival.ro to enhance user experience and provide services relevant to their interests.
Cookies offer valuable insights into how users navigate the site, contributing to its optimization in terms of efficiency and accessibility.
What is a cookie?
An “internet cookie” is a small file consisting of letters and numbers, stored on the user’s device when accessing a website. Cookies have two components:
- Name (identifies the type or purpose of the cookie)
- Value (stores corresponding data).
Additionally, they have a limited lifespan, which varies depending on their purpose.
From a technical standpoint, only the server that created the cookie can access it again when the user returns to the website associated with that server. Cookies do not collect personal data and, in most cases, do not identify individual users but rather the device used.
Types of Cookies
There are two main categories of cookies:
- Session cookies – created temporarily during the user’s visit to the site and automatically deleted when leaving the page.
- Persistent cookies – remain stored in the browser’s subfolder for a defined period, activating automatically upon each visit to the site.
Cookie Duration
The duration of a cookie can vary significantly depending on its purpose. For example:
- Session cookies – are automatically deleted when the user closes the browser.
- Persistent cookies – are stored for a specified period but can be manually deleted by the user at any time from browser settings.
What are third-party cookies?
In some sections of the website, certain content may be provided by third parties (e.g., embedded videos or social media widgets). These third parties may place their own cookies on the site, known as third-party cookies, serving purposes such as enhancing website functionality or collecting analytics data.
Third-party providers placing cookies on the site are required to comply with data protection regulations and the site’s privacy policies, in accordance with applicable legislation.
Types of Cookies Used on This Site
- YouTube Cookies – These cookies are activated on certain pages of the website where YouTube videos are embedded. They are installed only when the user plays the video.
- Google Analytics Cookies – These cookies collect anonymous and aggregated data on how users interact with the site. They help monitor visitor behavior, such as navigation patterns or user origins. This data is used to optimize the website’s content and structure, offering insights into the most preferred content types.
- Necessary Cookies – These cookies are essential for the proper display of the website pages and for session tracking.
Managing Cookie Settings
Modern browsers allow users to control cookie settings. Depending on their preferences, users can choose to: accept all cookies, be notified when a cookie is sent or reject specific types of cookies.
- For individual use of a computer – Users may choose to allow persistent cookies that store their settings and preferences for future sessions.
- For shared computer use – If the device is shared, it is recommended to configure the browser to delete browsing data upon closing to protect privacy.
It is important to note that disabling or rejecting cookies may affect the functionality of certain website sections, making navigation more difficult.