INTRODUCTION

With the present Cookie Policy, CRITEC, LDA, a limited liability company, registered in the Commercial Registry Office under corporate entity number 507.596.641 with headquarters at Travessa da Gândara - Vale do Senhor, 3750 – 727 Recardães, union of parishes of Recardães and Espinhel, hereinafter referred to as “CRITEC”, aims to inform Customers/Users about the company's policies and procedures regarding its cookie policy and their usage through the website it operates – https://www.critec.pt/.

CRITEC uses cookies to improve the performance and browsing experience of the natural visitors of its website and the users of the services provided here, increasing the speed and efficiency of navigation response and also eliminating the need for data owners to repeatedly enter the same information.

CRITEC respects the privacy of its Customers/Users and is committed to protecting the information it collects from them, as well as complying with the legal regulations in force as defined by the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Access and use of the website, as well as the subscription of the services and products it offers, imply the user's agreement, acceptance, and binding to this cookie policy.

1. WHAT ARE COOKIES?

The term "Cookies" refers to small software tags that are stored on access devices through the browser, retaining only information related to the User's/Customer's preferences and excluding personal data.

2. WHAT ARE COOKIES USED FOR?

Cookies are used to help determine the utility, interest, and number of uses of websites, allowing for faster and more efficient navigation, eliminating the need to repeatedly enter the same information. Cookies help websites store and retrieve information about the User's browsing habits, in order to personalize the browsing experience according to their preferences. Placing cookies will help the website recognize your device the next time you visit the site.
The term cookies used in this policy refers to all files that collect information as described.
Refusing the use of cookies on the website may result in the inability to access some of its areas or to receive personalized information.

3. WHAT TYPES OF COOKIES EXIST?

There are two groups of cookies that can be used:

• Permanent cookies - cookies that are stored at the browser level on access devices (computer, phone, and tablet) and are used whenever you make a new visit to the website www.critec.pt. They are generally used to direct navigation according to the user's interests, allowing for a more personalized service.
• Session cookies - temporary cookies that remain in the browser's cookie file while you visit the website. The information obtained by these cookies is used to analyze web traffic patterns, allowing for the identification of issues and providing a better browsing experience.

4. WHAT DO WE USE COOKIES FOR?

• Strictly necessary cookies - Allow navigation on the website and use of applications, as well as access to secure areas of the website through login. Without these cookies, services that require them cannot be provided.
• Analytical cookies - Used anonymously to create and analyze statistics, aiming to improve the website's functioning.
• Functionality cookies - Store the user's preferences regarding the use of the website, so it is not necessary to configure the website each time it is visited.
• Third-party cookies - Measure the success of applications and the effectiveness of third-party advertising. They can also be used to personalize a widget with user data.
• Advertising cookies - Direct advertising based on the interests of each user, in order to target advertising campaigns according to users' preferences, limiting the number of times an ad is seen and helping to measure the effectiveness of advertising and the success of website organization.

5. HOW CAN YOU MANAGE COOKIES?

All browsers allow the user to accept, refuse, or delete cookies, and also inform the user whenever a cookie is received, namely through selecting the appropriate settings in the respective browser.

The Customer/User can configure cookies in the "options" or "preferences" menu of their browser.

6. DISABLING COOKIES:

The user can allow, block, or delete cookies installed on their device by configuring the browser's settings installed on their computer.

Carefully read the help section of your browser for more information on how to enable "private mode" or block certain Cookies.

- Microsoft Edge: Settings-> Cookies and site permissions -> Manage and delete cookies and site data. For more information, you can check Microsoft's support or the browser's Help.

- Firefox: Settings -> Privacy & Security -> Cookies and site data -> Manage data. For more information, you can check Mozilla Firefox support or the browser's Help.

- Chrome: Settings -> Privacy & Security -> Third-party cookies. For more information, you can check Google's help center or the browser's Help.

- Safari: Settings -> Privacy -> Manage website data. For more information, you can check Apple's support or the browser's Help.

7. USER RIGHTS:

To learn how to exercise your rights in terms of personal data protection, as well as for more information about CRITEC's data processing terms, the user should consult our Privacy Policy.

If you need any clarification, you can also contact the Data Protection Officer at the email dpo@critec.pt

Last updated on 08/19/2024.
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