At COLUNA, we believe clarity should exist across every layer of our work, including the digital experience we offer.
This Cookie Policy explains what these files are, how we use them on our website and how you can manage your preferences. This policy complements our Privacy Policy.
1. What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that a website places on your computer or mobile device when you visit it through your internet browser.
The use of cookies helps the website recognise your device on a subsequent visit, allowing for more efficient and personalised browsing. Cookies only retain information related to your preferences and technical browsing data, and do not reveal direct personal data, such as your name or address, unless you provide it voluntarily.
2. Why do we use Cookies?
We use cookies for two main purposes:
- Technical: To ensure that the COLUNA website functions correctly, including the WordPress platform.
- Analytical: To understand how visitors interact with our content, allowing us to improve the structure and information of the website through Google Analytics.
3. Types of Cookies we use
A. Strictly Necessary Cookies (Essential)
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. Without them, certain features of the platform, including WordPress, may not respond adequately. They do not store any personally identifiable information.
Source: First-party cookies (WordPress system).
Function: Session management, form security and display preferences.
B. Analytical Cookies (Statistics)
We use Google Analytics to collect anonymous information about how the website is used. This data allows us to measure the impact of our content and services, for example by identifying which “Services” pages are most visited or the average reading time. Source: Third-party cookies (Google LLC).
Source: Third-party cookies (Google LLC).
Function: Distinguishing unique users, counting visits and identifying traffic sources.
Privacy Note: COLUNA has configured these tools to protect your privacy as much as possible, for example through IP anonymisation. You may, however, choose to disable these cookies without affecting the core functioning of the website.
4. How can you manage Cookies?
When you access our website for the first time, you are given the option to accept or reject non-essential cookies.
In addition, all browsers allow users to accept, refuse or delete cookies through their advanced settings. You can manage cookies in the “options” or “preferences” menu of your browser:
- Google Chrome
- Mozilla Firefox
- Apple Safari
- Microsoft Edge
To specifically disable Google Analytics tracking across all websites you visit, you may install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
5. Questions?
If you have any questions about how we manage cookies or data, please contact us at geral@coluna.eu.