Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2025
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Jibril Consulting uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy and our Privacy Policy.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners. Cookies contain information that is transferred to your device's hard drive.
3. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for several purposes to enhance your experience and improve our services:
- Essential functionality and security
- Understanding how you use our website
- Remembering your preferences and settings
- Improving website performance and user experience
- Analytics and measurement
4. Types of Cookies We Use
4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
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.
- Purpose: Authentication, security, GDPR compliance
- Duration: Session or up to 1 year
- Legal basis: Legitimate interest (GDPR Article 6(1)(f))
4.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often and if error messages are received. This helps us improve website performance and user experience.
- Purpose: Website analytics, performance monitoring
- Examples: Google Analytics, Vercel Analytics
- Duration: Up to 26 months
- Legal basis: Consent (GDPR Article 6(1)(a))
4.3 Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as language preference) and provide enhanced, personalized features.
- Purpose: Language selection, user preferences
- Duration: Up to 1 year
- Legal basis: Legitimate interest or consent
5. Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party service providers who also set cookies on our website. These third parties may include:
- Google Analytics: For website traffic analysis (analytics cookies)
- Vercel: For hosting and performance monitoring
- Content Delivery Networks: For faster content delivery
These third parties have their own privacy policies and may use cookies in accordance with their own terms. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies.
6. Cookie Consent and Management
6.1 Your Consent
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to accept or reject non-essential cookies. Strictly necessary cookies will be used regardless of your choice, as they are required for the website to function.
6.2 Managing Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences through:
- Browser Settings: Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or delete certain cookies.
- Third-Party Opt-Out: You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Please note that if you disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly.
6.3 Browser-Specific Cookie Management
Instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers:
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
7. Data Retention
Cookies are retained for different periods depending on their type and purpose:
- Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period (up to 26 months) or until you delete them
8. GDPR Rights
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have the following rights regarding cookies and tracking:
- Right to Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw your consent to non-essential cookies at any time
- Right to Access: Request information about the data collected through cookies
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of data collected through cookies
- Right to Lodge a Complaint: File a complaint with your local data protection authority
To exercise these rights, please contact us at gabriel@jibril.ro.
9. Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use similar tracking technologies such as:
- Web Beacons: Small graphic images used to track page views and email opens
- Local Storage: Browser storage for preferences and settings
- Session Storage: Temporary storage cleared when the browser session ends
These technologies are subject to the same controls and rights as cookies.
10. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Jibril Consulting
Email: gabriel@jibril.ro
Location: European Union
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