COOKIES POLICY

1. INTRODUCTION

This cookie policy applies to all users of the Internet page www.papira.ro — The information presented below aims to inform users of this website of the placement, Use, and administration of cookies by Papira ALE SRL in the context of browsing users on this website.

 

The Cookie is a small file consisting of letters and numbers, which will be stored on any terminal with Internet access, such as the computer, mobile terminal, or other equipment of a user on which the Internet is accessed. The Cookie is installed by requesting a Web-server to a browser (ex: Internet Explorer, Chrome).

It is important to note that a cookie is completely “passive” (it does not contain software, viruses, or spyware and cannot access the information on the user’s hard drive). Cookies do not require personal information and do not personally identify Internet-based utilizations.

Essentially, cookies represent a small amount of data that is transmitted between a sender and a recipient. A cookie is created and interpreted by the sender, while the recipient only retains it and sends it back if the sender requires it.

When you browse the Internet, the sender is the server that hosts a website, and the recipient is the Internet Navigator (the browser) of the user who visits that site. Their purpose is to identify the user, check his past activity on that site and provide specific content based on this data.

When a user visits a site for the first time, the server stores a particular cookie in its Internet browser. On all successive visits to this first visit, the server will ask for its cookie to read and upload a specific website configuration that is best suited to that user. You can see cookies as a label that servers apply to each user, and then read them to identify users.

This identification is extremely useful, especially on websites where the user’s real-time data are critical. For example, when you use an online store, you could not buy anything without the help of cookies. Stores wouldn’t be able to identify you and assign you a shopping cart without them because, every time you upload a new page, the store would look at you as a new user and create a new cart.

As such, cookies are widely used on the internet because they allow websites to be stronger, providing dynamic and useful content for each user. In some cases, websites cannot function without using cookies. They also allow websites to gather data about their users and the pages they visit. Like any other technology, however, they can also be used for less ethical purposes. That’s why it’s good for all those who surf the internet to know how they work and how they can be used.

For more information, we suggest http://www.allaboutcookies.org.

 

3. FOR WHAT PURPOSES ARE COOKIES USED THROUGH THIS SITE?

We use cookies essentially to monitor the activity performed on the site. Cookies are also useful for faster loading of content.

Our cookies do not retain personal data such as your name or bank details.

Based on the feedback submitted by cookies about how this website is used, Papira ALE SRL may adopt measures to make this website more efficient and accessible to users. Thus, the use of cookies allows memorizing certain settings/preferences set by users of this website, such as:

– The language in which an Internet page is viewed;

– Posting comments on the site;

 

4. WHAT IS THE LIFESPAN OF COOKIES?

The lifespan of cookies can vary significantly, depending on the purpose for which it is placed. There are the following categories of cookies that determine their lifespan:

-Session Cookies – a “session cookie” is a cookie that is automatically deleted when the user closes their browser.

-Persistent or Fixed cookies – a “persistent cookie” or “fix” is a cookie that remains stored in the user’s terminal until it reaches a certain expiration date (which may be within minutes, days, or a few years in the future) or until the By the user at any time via browser settings.

 

5. WHAT COOKIES ARE USED ON THIS SITE?

We use two types of cookies: per session and fixed. The first are temporary files that remain in the user’s terminal until the session is completed or the application is closed (Web browser). Fixed files remain on the user’s terminal for a period in the cookie parameters or until the user manual is deleted.

Google Analytics: This website uses the Google Analytics service provided by Google Inc. (“Google”). Google Analytics uses cookies to analyze how visitors use the website. All information about how you use the website, including the IP address of the computer, will be transmitted and saved by Google on the servers in the United States of America. Google will use this information to evaluate how you use the website and create reports about activity on Website, and other reports on Internet activity. Google has the right to send this data to third-party (external) processors when required by law or when external processors will use the information in the name “Google”. Google will not associate your IP address with other data obtained by them. You can refuse to use cookies using browser settings. To withdraw the consent to use cookies from Google Analytics, Google will provide the following link: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

Some forms and links on the website can redirect you to other websites that we do not respond to. Cookies used by other websites will not appear in the list above.

 

6. HOW ARE COOKIES USED BY THIS SITE?

A visit to this site may place cookies for purposes of:

·  Site Performance Cookies
·  Visitor Analytics Cookies
·  Cookies for these
·  Advertising Cookies
·  Advertising provider Cookies

 

7. DO COOKIES CONTAIN PERSONAL DATA?

Cookies themselves do not require the personal information to be used and, in most cases, do not personally identify Internet users. Personal data collected through the use of cookies can only be collected to facilitate certain functionalities for the user. This data is encrypted in a way that makes it impossible for unauthorized people to access them.

 

In general, an application used to access Web pages allows to saving of cookies on the terminal by default. These settings can be changed in such a way that the automatic administration of cookies is blocked by the Web browser or user to be informed every time cookies are sent to their terminal. Detailed information about the possibilities and modes of cookie management can be found in the Application Settings area (Web browser). Limiting the use of cookies may affect certain functionalities of the Web page.

However, you can decide not to allow the use of cookies, sessions, or persistent using the settings in your browser:

Google Chrome

-Click on the menu button (three horizontal dots) located at the top right of your browser window and select “Settings” then “Show advanced Settings”.

-Locate the title “Data Protection” and select “Content Settings”

-Now select “Allow local data to be set”

Safari on OX X

-Click on “Safari” at the top of the browser window and select the option “Preferences”

-Click on “Data Protection”

-Select “Allow from websites I visit”

Mozilla Firefox

-Click on the menu button (three horizontal bars) located at the top right of your browser window and select “Options”

-Then select the “Data protection” icon

-Click on “Cookies”, then select “Allow sites to set cookies”

Microsoft Edge

-Click on the “Settings” icon (which looks like a toothed wheel) located at the top right of the browser window and select “Internet Options”, then click on the “Data Protection” button

-Make sure that your data protection level is set to Medium or lower, which will allow cookies in your browser.

-Setting the above environmental protection will disable cookies.

 

9.DE WHAT ARE IMPORTANT INTERNET COOKIES?

Cookies represent the central point of efficient internet operation, helping to generate a friendly browsing experience and adapting to the preferences and interests of each user. Refusing or disabling cookies may make some sites impossible to use. Refusing or disabling cookies does not mean that you will no longer receive online advertising – only that it will no longer be able to take into account your preferences and interests, highlighted by your browsing behavior.

Examples of important cookies (which do not require user authentication via an account):

-Content and services tailored to user preferences – categories of products and services.

-Offers tailored to users ‘ interests – password retention.

-Retention of child protection filters on Internet content (family mode options, safe search functions).

-Limiting the frequency of ad broadcasting – limiting the number of hits of an ad for a specific 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 reaches a website (e.g. through search engines, directly, from other websites, etc.) ). The websites run these analyses of their use to improve the sites for the benefit of users.

 

10. SECURITY AND PRIVACY CONCERNS

Cookies are NOT viruses! They use plain text formats. There are made up of chunks of code so they can not be executed nor can self-run. Therefore, you cannot duplicate or replicate on other networks to run or replicate again. Because they cannot fulfill these functions, they cannot be considered viruses. Cookies can still be used for negative purposes. Because it stores information about users ‘ preferences and browsing history, both on a particular site and several other websites, 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 the procedures of deleting/scanning anti-virus/anti-spyware.

In General browsers have integrated privacy settings that provide different levels of acceptance of cookies, period of validity and automatic deletion after the user has visited a particular site.

Other security-related aspects of cookies:

Because identity protection is very valuable and represents the right of every Internet user, it is advisable to know what possible problems can create cookies. Because through them is constantly transmitted both ways information between the browser and the website, if an attacker or unauthorized person intervenes during the data transmission, the information contained in the cookie can be intercepted.

Although very rarely, 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 wrong cookie settings on servers. If a website does not require the browser to use only encrypted channels, attackers can use this vulnerability to trick browsers into sending information through unsecured channels. The attackers then use the information for purposes of unauthorized access to certain sites. It is very important to be careful in choosing the most appropriate method of protecting your personal information.

 

11. 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 the user access to the most prevalent and used sites including Youtube, Gmail, Yahoo, and others.

Here are some tips that can assure you that you are browsing without worrying, but with the help of cookies:

·  Customize your browser settings in terms of cookies to reflect a comfortable level of security of your cookie usage.

·  If you do not mind cookies and you are the only person who uses your computer, you can set long expiration deadlines for storing browsing history and personal access data.

·  If you share access to your computer, you can consider setting your browser to delete individual browsing data every time you close your browser. This is a variant to access sites that place cookies and delete any visitation information when closing the navigation session.

·  Install and constantly update your antispyware applications.

Many spyware detection and prevention applications include detecting attacks on sites. This prevents the browser from accessing websites that could exploit browser vulnerabilities or download malicious software.

Make sure your browser is always updated.

Many cookie-based attacks are achieved by exploiting the weaknesses of the old versions of browsers.

Cookies are everywhere and can not 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 surf with confidence on the Internet.

Disabling and refusing to receive cookies can make certain sites impracticable or difficult to visit and use. Also, refusing to accept cookies does not mean you will no longer receive/See online advertising.

It is possible to set the browser so that these cookies are no longer supported 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 the settings of cookies. These settings are usually found in the “options” or the “Preferences” menu of your browser.

To understand these settings, the following links may be useful, otherwise, you can use the browser’s “help” option for more details.

Cookie settings in Internet Explorer

Cookie settings in Firefox

Cookie settings in Chrome

Cookie settings in Safari

For third-party cookie settings, you can also consult the website:

http://www.youronlinechoices.com/ro/

 

12. USEFUL LINKS

If you want to learn more about cookies and what they are used for, we recommend the following links:

Microsoft Cookies Guide All About Cookies

http://www.youronlinechoices.com/ro/