Cookies Policy
Last Updated: January 15, 2024
1. Introduction
This Cookies Policy explains how Wluzarintholmare ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website at wluzarintholmare.world (the "Website"). This policy provides detailed information about the types of cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can control them.
By using our Website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookies Policy. If you do not agree to our use of cookies, you should adjust your browser settings accordingly or refrain from using our Website.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners. Cookies allow websites to recognize your device and store information about your preferences or past actions.
Cookies can be "persistent" or "session" cookies:
- Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. They allow websites to link your actions during a browsing session.
- Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They help websites remember your preferences and actions across multiple visits.
Cookies can also be "first-party" or "third-party":
- First-Party Cookies: Set by the website you are visiting.
- Third-Party Cookies: Set by a domain other than the website you are visiting, typically used for advertising and analytics.
3. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies for several important reasons:
- To enable essential website functionality and security
- To remember your preferences and settings
- To understand how you use our Website and improve user experience
- To analyze website traffic and performance
- To personalize content and advertisements
- To measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns
- To prevent fraud and enhance security
4. Types of Cookies We Use
4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
Purpose: These cookies are essential for the Website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. Without these cookies, services you have requested cannot be provided.
Legal Basis: These cookies are necessary for the performance of our contract with you or to comply with legal obligations. They do not require your consent.
Examples:
- Authentication cookies to identify you when you log in
- Security cookies to protect against fraudulent activity
- Session cookies to remember your actions during a browsing session
- Cookie consent cookies to remember your cookie preferences
- Load balancing cookies to distribute traffic efficiently
Retention Period: Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent necessary cookies typically last from a few hours to 12 months.
Can be disabled: No. Disabling these cookies will prevent the Website from functioning properly.
4.2 Analytics Cookies
Purpose: These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve the Website's functionality and user experience.
Legal Basis: Your consent, which you can withdraw at any time.
Examples:
- Google Analytics cookies to track page views, session duration, and bounce rates
- Cookies to measure which pages are most popular
- Cookies to identify technical issues and errors
- Cookies to understand user navigation patterns
- Cookies to track conversion rates and goal completions
Information Collected:
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- How you arrived at our Website (referral source)
- Device type, browser, and operating system
- Geographic location (country/city level)
- IP address (anonymized)
- Click and scroll behavior
Retention Period: Typically 24 months, after which data is anonymized or deleted.
Can be disabled: Yes. You can disable analytics cookies through our cookie consent banner or browser settings.
4.3 Marketing Cookies
Purpose: These cookies are used to track visitors across websites to display relevant and engaging advertisements. They may be set by us or by third-party advertising partners.
Legal Basis: Your consent, which you can withdraw at any time.
Examples:
- Cookies to deliver targeted advertisements based on your interests
- Cookies to limit the number of times you see an advertisement
- Cookies to measure advertising campaign effectiveness
- Retargeting cookies to show you relevant ads on other websites
- Social media cookies to enable content sharing
Information Collected:
- Browsing history and interests
- Interaction with advertisements
- Products viewed or added to cart
- Demographic information
- Social media profile information (if you interact with social plugins)
Third-Party Partners: We may work with advertising networks such as Google Ads, Facebook Pixel, and other platforms that use cookies to deliver personalized advertising.
Retention Period: Typically 12-24 months, depending on the specific cookie and advertising platform.
Can be disabled: Yes. You can disable marketing cookies through our cookie consent banner or browser settings.
4.4 Functional Cookies
Purpose: These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences, language settings, and region.
Legal Basis: Your consent or our legitimate interest in providing you with an improved user experience.
Examples:
- Cookies to remember your language preference
- Cookies to remember your region or location
- Cookies to remember your font size or display preferences
- Cookies to remember items in your shopping cart
- Cookies to enable video playback and interactive features
Retention Period: Typically 12 months.
Can be disabled: Yes, but disabling these cookies may affect Website functionality and your user experience.
5. Specific Cookies Used on Our Website
Below is a detailed list of cookies that may be set when you visit our Website:
First-Party Cookies
| Cookie Name |
Purpose |
Type |
Duration |
| cookie_consent |
Stores your cookie preferences |
Strictly Necessary |
12 months |
| session_id |
Maintains your session state |
Strictly Necessary |
Session |
| csrf_token |
Security protection against cross-site request forgery |
Strictly Necessary |
Session |
| user_preferences |
Remembers your site preferences |
Functional |
12 months |
| cart_items |
Stores items in your shopping cart |
Functional |
7 days |
Third-Party Cookies
6. Other Tracking Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use other tracking technologies:
6.1 Web Beacons (Pixels)
Small graphic images embedded in web pages or emails that allow us to track page views, email opens, and user behavior. These are often used in conjunction with cookies.
6.2 Local Storage
HTML5 local storage allows websites to store data locally in your browser. We may use local storage to save preferences and improve performance.
6.3 Session Storage
Similar to local storage but data is cleared when the browser tab is closed. Used for temporary data storage during your browsing session.
6.4 Device Fingerprinting
We may collect information about your device configuration (browser type, screen resolution, installed fonts, etc.) to help identify and prevent fraudulent activity.
7. How to Control Cookies
You have several options to control or limit how cookies are used:
7.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our Website, you will see a cookie consent banner allowing you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize your cookie preferences by category
You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the cookie settings link in our footer.
7.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- View and delete cookies
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies
- Clear cookies when you close your browser
- Receive notifications when cookies are set
Browser-Specific Instructions:
- Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
- Opera: Settings > Privacy & security > Cookies
Please note that blocking all cookies may prevent you from using certain features of our Website.
7.3 Third-Party Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of targeted advertising from participating companies through:
7.4 Mobile Device Settings
On mobile devices, you can control advertising tracking through:
- iOS: Settings > Privacy > Tracking > Allow Apps to Request to Track (disable)
- Android: Settings > Google > Ads > Opt out of Ads Personalization
7.5 Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers support "Do Not Track" (DNT) signals. Currently, there is no universal standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. We do not currently respond to DNT signals, but you can control cookies through the methods described above.
8. Consequences of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, certain features of our Website may not function properly:
- You may not be able to log in or maintain your session
- Your preferences and settings will not be saved
- Shopping cart functionality may be impaired
- Some interactive features may not work
- You may see less relevant content and advertisements
- We will not be able to recognize your device on return visits
Strictly necessary cookies cannot be disabled as they are essential for the Website to function.
9. Updates to This Cookies Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, our business practices, or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. When we make significant changes, we will:
- Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
- Notify you through a prominent notice on our Website
- Request your consent again if required by law
We encourage you to review this Cookies Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies or this Cookies Policy, please contact us:
Email: assist@wluzarintholmare.world
Phone: +358 9 5420 500
Postal Address: Wluzarintholmare, Äyritie 20, 01510 Vantaa, Finland
For more information about how we handle your personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
11. Your Rights
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws, you have rights regarding the personal data collected through cookies:
- Right to access your data
- Right to rectification of inaccurate data
- Right to erasure (right to be forgotten)
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to object to processing
- Right to withdraw consent
- Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided above or refer to our Privacy Policy for detailed information.