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IDENTIFICATION DETAILS
PARADYNAMIC SOLUTIONS S.R.L.
Address: Johann Sebastian Bach Street, No. 13, Timișoara, Romania
Tax ID (CUI): 52238120
Trade Registry No.: J2025056582009
Email: contact@carpatagritech.com
What Are Cookies?
A cookie is a small file made up of letters and numbers that is stored on the user’s computer, mobile device, or other equipment used to access the internet. The cookie is installed by a request sent by a web server to a browser (e.g., Internet Explorer, Chrome) and is completely passive (it does not contain software programs, viruses, or spyware and cannot access information on the user’s hard drive).
What Are Cookies Used For?
These files allow the recognition of the user’s device and the presentation of content in a relevant manner, tailored to the user’s preferences. Cookies ensure a pleasant browsing experience for users and support our efforts to provide comfortable services.
What Types of Cookies Do We Use?
We use two types of cookies: session cookies and persistent cookies. Session cookies are temporary files that remain on the user’s device until the session ends or the browser is closed. Persistent cookies remain on the user’s device for the duration set by the cookie parameters or until manually deleted by the user.
Examples of cookies used by www.hotel-atena.ro
| COOKIE | PROVIDER | GENERAL PURPOSE | COOKIE DURATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| _gat_gtag_UA_ | Google Analytics | This cookie collects information about how users interact with the website. | 1 minute |
| _ga | Google Analytics | This cookie is used to distinguish users. It is updated each time data is sent to Google Analytics. | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | This cookie is used to distinguish users. It is updated each time data is sent to Google Analytics. | 24 hours |
For complete information about cookies, you can visit www.allaboutcookies.org.
What are cookies used for on our websites?
Cookies are used to provide users of our websites with a better browsing experience and services tailored to the needs and interests of each individual user, such as:
- Personalizing certain settings such as the language in which the website is displayed, the currency in which prices and fees are shown, and retaining preferences for various products/services in the shopping cart or forms.
- Improving the usability of the websites, including by identifying certain errors that may occur during users’ visits or interactions.
- Providing anonymous statistics regarding how the pages are used by visitors, which helps hotel-atena.ro as the website owner to improve functionality and content.
- Anticipating future products or services that may be offered through the website based on user behavior and preferences.
How are cookies used by our websites?
By using or visiting our websites, the following types of cookies may be placed:
- Necessary cookies or website performance cookies
- Analytics / statistics cookies
- Geotargeting cookies
- Registration cookies
- Marketing / advertising cookies
Necessary cookies or website performance cookies
These cookies remember user preferences on the website so that they do not need to be set again on each visit.
Analytics / Statistics Cookies
These cookies tell us whether a user has visited our website before. They are used solely for statistical purposes.
If you have previously registered, we may know details you have provided, such as your email address or username – this information is subject to confidentiality and the terms outlined in our Privacy Policy, as well as applicable data protection laws.
Geotargeting Cookies
These are used by software that determines the user’s country of origin. The same advertisements will be shown regardless of the selected language.
Registration Cookies
When you register on our websites, we generate a cookie that lets us know if you are already registered or not. Our servers use these cookies to identify the account you are signed in with and whether you have permission to access a specific service.
They also allow us to associate any comments you post on our websites with your username.
If you did not select “Keep me logged in,” this cookie will be automatically deleted when you close your browser or device.
Marketing / Advertising Cookies
These cookies allow us to know whether you have seen an online advertisement, what type it was, and how much time has passed since you last saw the ad.
Therefore, cookies are also used for targeting online advertising. We may also use third-party cookies to improve the targeting of advertisements.
These cookies are anonymous; they do not store user information but rather information about the content that was viewed.
Do Cookies Contain Personal Data?
Cookies themselves do not require personal information to be used, and in most cases, they do not personally identify internet users. Personal data collected through the use of cookies may only be used to enable certain user functionalities. Such data are encrypted in a way that prevents unauthorized access.
Deleting Cookies
By default, applications used to access web pages allow cookies to be saved on the user’s device. These settings can be changed so that the automatic management of cookies is blocked by the web browser, or the user is informed each time a cookie is sent to their device. Detailed information on how to manage cookies can be found in your browser’s settings area. Limiting the use of cookies may affect certain website functionalities.
All modern browsers offer options to manage cookies. These can usually be found in the “Options” or “Preferences” menu of your browser:
Since the installation of cookies and other tracking systems operated by third-party services cannot be technically controlled by the website owner, any specific reference to such third-party cookies or tracking systems is for informational purposes only.
Why Are Cookies Important for the Internet?
Cookies are at the core of the efficient functioning of the Internet, helping to deliver a friendly and personalized browsing experience based on users’ preferences and interests. Refusing or disabling cookies may render certain websites unusable. Rejecting or disabling cookies does not mean you will no longer receive online advertising, but that the ads you see will no longer be tailored to your browsing behavior and preferences.
Security and Privacy Issues
Cookies are NOT viruses! They use plain text formats and are not composed of code fragments, meaning they cannot be executed or auto-run. Consequently, they cannot duplicate or replicate themselves on other networks to run or replicate again, and thus they cannot be considered viruses.
However, cookies can be used for negative purposes. Because they store information about users’ preferences and browsing history—both on a specific website and across multiple websites—cookies can be used as a form of spyware. Many anti-spyware products are aware of this and routinely flag cookies for deletion during antivirus/antispyware scans.
Most modern browsers offer privacy settings that provide various levels of cookie acceptance, expiration periods, and automatic deletion after visiting a particular site.
Other Security Aspects Related to Cookies:
Because identity protection is a fundamental right of every Internet user, it is essential to understand the potential risks cookies may pose. Since cookies transmit information back and forth between the browser and the website, if an attacker or unauthorized party intercepts this data transmission, the information contained in cookies can be exploited.
Although rare, this can happen if the browser connects to the server over an unencrypted network (e.g., an unsecured WiFi connection). Other cookie-based attacks may result from misconfigured cookies on the server. If a website does not require the browser to use encrypted connections only, attackers can exploit this vulnerability and trick the browser into sending data over unsecure channels. The attacker can then use this information to gain unauthorized access to certain websites.
It is therefore highly recommended to choose the most appropriate method for protecting your personal information.
Tips for Safe and Responsible Cookie-Based Browsing
Due to their flexibility and because most of the most visited and widely used websites rely on cookies, they have become almost unavoidable. Disabling cookies may prevent users from accessing popular websites such as YouTube, Gmail, Yahoo, and others.
Here are a few tips to help you browse safely and confidently while benefiting from cookies:
- Customize your browser’s cookie settings to reflect a level of cookie security that is comfortable for you.
- If you are not bothered by cookies and you are the only person using the computer, you can set long expiration periods for storing your browsing history and access credentials.
- If you share access to your computer, consider setting your browser to automatically delete individual browsing data every time you close the browser. This is a good way to access websites that use cookies while erasing all visit-related data at the end of your browsing session.
Install and regularly update antispyware applications.
Many antispyware tools include features that detect website attacks. These tools can prevent your browser from accessing websites that may exploit browser vulnerabilities or attempt to download dangerous software. Make sure your browser is always up to date. Many cookie-based attacks exploit the weaknesses of outdated browser versions.
Cookies are everywhere and cannot be avoided if you want to enjoy access to the most popular and functional local or international websites. With a clear understanding of how cookies work and the benefits they bring, you can take the necessary security measures to browse the Internet confidently.
Disabling or refusing to accept cookies may make certain websites impractical or difficult to use. Additionally, refusing to accept cookies does not mean you will no longer receive or see online ads.
You can configure your browser to block cookies entirely or to accept cookies only from specific websites. However, for example, if you are not logged in using cookies, you may not be able to post comments or interact with certain site features.
All modern browsers allow you to change cookie settings. These settings are typically found under the “Options” or “Preferences” menu of your browser. For more details, you can refer to your browser’s Help section, or consult the links below.
Useful Links
If you want to learn more about cookies and how they are used, we recommend the following resources:
For any additional questions regarding the use of cookies on our website, please contact us at: contact@hotel-atena.ro