COOKIES POLICY
What is a Cookie?
A cookie is a small file stored by a server on the user’s device (computer, phone, etc.) and associated with a web domain (in most cases, this means all the pages of the same website).
Cookies have multiple uses: they can store the display language of a webpage, an identifier allowing your browsing activity to be tracked for statistical or advertising purposes, etc. Some of these uses are strictly necessary for functionalities expressly requested by the user or for establishing communication, and therefore are exempt from consent requirements. Others, which do not fall within these criteria, require the user’s consent before being read or placed.
The cookies used by our web servers are generally referred to as “session cookies,” which are automatically deleted from your hard drive at the end of the browser session. Other cookies remain stored in your system and enable us to recognize your device during your next visit (so-called “persistent cookies”).
Why and how are Cookies used?
The Company uses Cookies in order to:
- Ensure the operation and optimize the performance of the Site
- Adapt the Site to your preferences (for example, the Site adjusts to the display settings of your device, including the language used or screen resolution)
- Facilitate your browsing experience, in particular by avoiding the need to re-enter information each time you visit the Site
- Measure the Site’s audience anonymously
- Develop the interactivity of the Sites
- Provide personalized content and services based on your interests
- Allow you to share Site content on social networks
- Display relevant advertisements tailored to your browsing preferences, including on third-party websites.
You are also informed that the Company allows third parties to place Cookies via the Site. The Company draws your attention to the fact that these Cookies are used exclusively by such third parties.
What types of Cookies are used?
You can configure your browser settings to accept or delete cookies at any time.
In addition, a cookie banner appears the first time you visit the Site, allowing you to choose which categories of cookies you wish to authorize. You can modify these settings at any time.
If you decide not to use cookies, some or all of the functionalities of our web pages may not be accessible to you or may be restricted, including the cookie banner itself.
We may install Cookies or similar technologies for the following purposes:
- Strictly Necessary
These Cookies and similar technologies are essential for the operation of the Site and cannot be disabled. They are generally set in response to actions taken by you that amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling out forms. You can configure your browser to block or alert you about these Cookies and technologies, but some parts of the Site may not function properly.
- Performance / Statistics
These Cookies and similar technologies allow us to determine the number of visits and sources of traffic on the Site in order to measure and improve its performance. They also help us identify the most and least visited pages and understand how visitors navigate the Site.
- Functional
These Cookies and similar technologies enable us to enhance and personalize the Site’s functionalities. They may be placed either by our Company or by third parties providing services on our pages. If you do not accept these Cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly.
- Advertising / Targeting
These Cookies and similar technologies may be placed by our advertising partners. These companies use them to build a profile of your interests and to provide you with relevant advertisements on other websites. If you do not allow these Cookies and technologies, your advertising will be less targeted.
- Social Media
These Cookies and similar technologies are used in connection with social media services that we have added to the Site. They also allow tracking of your browsing activity on other websites and building a profile based on your interests. This may affect the content and messages displayed on other websites you visit. If you do not allow these Cookies, you may not be able to use or view these services.