Cookies

Article I
USE OF COOKIES

1. These websites use cookies that distinguish their visitor (hereinafter referred to as “you” in the appropriate grammatical form) from other users. This allows us to improve our website and provide a better browsing experience for individual visitors.
2. These cookie policies describe:

• the processing of data collected using cookies and similar technologies, and
• the purposes for which we use these cookies.

3. Further important information on how personal data obtained through these websites is processed can be found in the section referred to as Terms of Use.
   
   

Article II
WHAT ARE COOKIES

1. Cookies are small files downloaded to a device (computer, tablet, mobile phone, etc.) containing a certain amount of information that allows a website to recognize you as a user during your use of the website. The operator uses cookies to analyze the effectiveness of the website. Cookies generally do not contain information that identifies individuals but are instead used to identify a browser on a specific device.

In this document, the term “cookies” also refers to other files that collect information in a similar way (e.g., pixels, beacons, etc.).

Based on these files, the website can recognize you:

• through so-called “session cookies” – during your visit to the website. These temporary cookies are automatically deleted when you close your browser. You can set your browser to notify you about the use of cookies. This ensures transparency of cookie usage. Important: if you completely disable cookies, you may not be able to use certain features of our website.
• through so-called “persistent cookies” – for repeated visits to the website. These cookies may be checked each time you visit the website.

The information we collect through the website includes: browser type, referring URL, device operating system, and device IP address.

For displaying more relevant ads, some cookies are set by third-party advertising systems such as Google Analytics. This can be disabled in your Google account. Your device can also be set to reject cookies, although some website functions may not work properly.

2. “Our cookies” are cookies placed on this website by our company.
3. “Third-party cookies” are cookies placed on your device by another company when you use our website. Third-party cookies may be placed by providers who supply services to us (e.g., Google Analytics).
4. Third parties do not have access to data in our cookies, and we cannot access third-party cookies.

5. Implementation of Google Consent Mode V2 and phase-out of third-party cookies in Chrome as of 6 March 2024

Version 1.0:
Google Consent Mode 1.0 was introduced as a feature enabling websites to collect and use data in accordance with user consent preferences.

Main parameters:

• ad_storage – relates to consent for storing cookies for advertising purposes. If denied, data for ad personalization cannot be collected.
• analytics_storage – determines whether cookies can be stored for analytics purposes. If denied, tools like Google Analytics cannot collect detailed user behavior data.

Version 2.0:
Adds new parameters:

• ad_user_data – whether identifiable user data (e.g., email, phone) can be used for advertising
• ad_personalization – controls ad personalization
• personalization_storage – storage for personalization
• functionality_storage – storage for functionality
• security_storage – storage for security purposes

Article III
SCOPE AND PURPOSE OF COOKIE USE

We use the following categories of cookies on www.schweisserteam.sk:

1. Essential cookies
2. Functional cookies
3. Analytical/Statistical cookies
4. Marketing/Advertising cookies:
   
   • ad_user_data
   • ad_personalization
   • personalization_storage
   • functionality_storage
   • security_storage

Purpose:

• Essential cookies: necessary for website functionality; cannot be disabled
• Functional cookies: recognize returning users and store preferences
• Analytical cookies: track usage and improve performance
• Marketing cookies: enable personalized advertising

Rejecting marketing cookies will not stop ads, but they may be less relevant.

Social media cookies:
Collect data for profiling (without directly identifying users).

2. These cookies may also be set by advertising partners to build a profile of your interests.
3. These policies provide information about the specific cookies used.

Article IV
COOKIE SETTINGS

1. On first visit, only essential cookies are stored.
2. A cookie banner appears informing you about cookie use.
3. By clicking, you consent to essential cookies; others require explicit consent.
4. Consent also applies to third parties.
5. You may withdraw consent at any time via the cookie icon.
6. Withdrawal also means withdrawal of consent for personal data processing.

Article V
PROCESSING OF INFORMATION

1. This section explains how personal data from cookies is used.
2. Essential cookies may be used for contractual obligations.
3. Also for legal obligations (e.g., storing cookie preferences).
4. Also based on legitimate interest (website operation).
5. With consent, data may be used for:
   
   • analytics
   • tracking visits
   • email interaction tracking
   • service improvement
   • usage evaluation
   • system performance monitoring
   • advertising profiling
   • fraud prevention

Article VI
CONTROL AND DELETION OF COOKIES

1. You can manage cookies via the cookie settings icon.
2. Cookies can also be deleted via browser settings.
3. Settings apply per browser and device.
4. More info is available in browser help.
5. Google Analytics opt-out: http://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
6. Info site: http://www.allaboutcookies.org/
7. Disabling essential cookies may break functionality.
8. Rejecting optional cookies may affect some features.

Article VII
MAIN AND THIRD-PARTY COOKIES

1. Details are available via the cookie banner.
2. We work with third-party providers whose cookies we do not control.
3. These include:
   
   • essential
   • performance
   • functional
   • marketing cookies

Article VIII
EMAIL TRACKING

1. Emails may include tracking pixels to measure engagement.
2. Deleting the email removes the pixel.
3. You may unsubscribe via email contact.

Article IX
CHANGES AND CONTACT

1. These policies may be updated at any time.
2. Changes take effect after 7 days.
3. For questions, contact us via details in the Terms of Use.