Cookie Policy
The website https://welkins.eu/ uses cookies.
In this section, we provide more information about what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage them both on our website and on other websites for a better online experience.
Cookies: what they are and how they work
Below you will find information intended to inform users about the placement, use, and management of cookies used by https://welkins.eu/.
Please read the following information carefully:
This website uses both its own cookies and third-party cookies to provide visitors with a better browsing experience and services tailored to each user’s needs and interests.
The modern web (“web 2.0”) uses cookies that play an important role in facilitating access to and delivery of multiple services that users enjoy on the Internet, such as:
- Customizing settings such as language, date and time, saving preferences and previous selections
- Providing website owners with valuable feedback on how users interact with the site, helping improve efficiency and accessibility
- Enabling multimedia or other applications from external sites to be embedded for a richer browsing experience
What is a cookie?
An Internet Cookie (also known as a browser cookie or HTTP cookie) is a small file made up of letters and numbers that is stored on a user’s computer, mobile device, or other equipment used to access a website.
A cookie is sent via a request issued by the web server hosting the site to the user’s browser (e.g., Firefox, Internet Explorer, Chrome). It is completely passive—it does not contain software programs, viruses, or spyware and cannot access information on the user’s hard drive.
A cookie consists of two parts: its name and its content/value. It is uniquely associated with the domain that issued it (e.g., https://welkins.eu/). Its lifetime is determined by the web server, and only that server can access it again when the user returns to the site.
Cookies do not request personal information and cannot personally identify internet users.
Types of cookies
There are two main categories:
- Session cookies – temporarily stored and deleted when the user leaves the site or closes the browser
- Persistent cookies – stored on the device for a longer period and remain even after leaving the site
Persistent cookies may include third-party cookies, placed by a different website than the one visited, used anonymously to deliver relevant advertising.
Benefits of cookies
Cookies connect a browser (user) to a specific web server. If the browser revisits the server, it can read stored information and respond accordingly.
They ensure a pleasant browsing experience and support services such as:
- privacy preferences
- language settings
- relevant advertising
Cookie lifespan
Cookie lifespan varies depending on purpose. Some are used only during a session, while others are reused each time the user returns.
Users can delete cookies at any time via browser settings.
Third-party cookies
Some content sections may be provided by third parties (e.g., videos, ads). These may place their own cookies (“third-party cookies”). These providers must comply with applicable laws and privacy policies.
How this site uses cookies
Visiting this site may place cookies for:
- Site performance
- Visitor analytics
- Registration/authentication
- Third-party services
Performance cookies
Store user preferences so they don’t need to be reset on each visit.
Analytics cookies
Track whether a user has visited before and how often. Used only for statistical purposes, not for identifying individuals.
Authentication cookies
Used when logging in to identify accounts and permissions. Deleted when the browser is closed unless “remember me” is selected.
Third-party cookies
Used for tracking ad performance or customizing applications. The site cannot access these cookies.
Online advertising
Third parties may use anonymous cookies to analyze ad performance and display targeted ads based on browsing behavior.
Information stored by cookies
Cookies store small amounts of data that allow a site to recognize a browser and improve experience (e.g., language settings, login status, security preferences).
Importance of cookies
Cookies are essential for efficient internet operation, enabling personalized and user-friendly browsing.
Disabling cookies may make some websites unusable. It will not stop ads entirely but will make them less relevant.
Examples of cookie usage
- Personalized content (news, weather, maps, entertainment, travel)
- Saved preferences (language, passwords)
- Parental controls
- Limiting ad frequency
- Delivering relevant ads
- Analytics and traffic measurement
Remarketing policy
This website uses Google AdWords remarketing tags and conversion codes to collect cookies identifying browsers (not individuals).
These cookies allow ads to be shown to users who previously visited the site across Google Display Network and Google Search.
Users can disable Google cookies via the Ads Preferences Manager.
Security and privacy
Cookies are plain text files and cannot execute code or act as viruses.
However, they may store browsing preferences and history, which could be used in tracking. Anti-spyware tools often detect and remove cookies.
Browsers provide privacy settings to control cookie behavior.
Security considerations
If data transmission is intercepted (e.g., on unsecured Wi-Fi), cookie data could be exposed, though this is rare.
Misconfigured servers may also create vulnerabilities. Always use secure, encrypted connections when possible.
Safe browsing tips
- Customize browser cookie settings
- Use longer expiration only on personal devices
- Clear browsing data on shared devices
- Install and update anti-spyware software
- Keep browsers updated
Cookies are essential for accessing major websites like YouTube, Gmail, Yahoo, and Google.
Disabling cookies
Disabling cookies may make some websites difficult or impossible to use.
You can configure your browser to block cookies entirely or only accept them from specific sites.
All modern browsers allow cookie management through settings or preferences menus.
Browser instructions
Google Chrome
- Click settings icon → Options
- Advanced settings → Privacy → Content settings
- Adjust preferences
Mozilla Firefox
- Tools → Options → Privacy
- Adjust preferences
Internet Explorer
- Settings → Internet Options → Privacy
- Adjust preferences
You can accept or reject cookies on this site using the buttons:
“I do not agree” / “I agree”
Useful links
For more information about online advertising privacy:
http://www.youronlinechoices.com/ro/
For EU information about cookies:
http://ec.europa.eu/cookies/index_en.htm