1. What is the purpose of this policy?
This policy regulates the use of cookies and establishes the legal basis for SC STYL SRL to use cookies and similar technologies on the website or on systems related to the website https://www.stildiamonds.ro.
When we refer to "STIL Diamonds", "we" or "our company" in this statement, we are referring to SC STYL SRL.
This policy is valid as of May 25, 2018.
2. What are cookies and what are they used for?
Cookies are small alphanumeric files sent by a website server to a web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, etc.), RAM memory, or hard drive and then stored there. These files make it possible to recognize the user's terminal and present content in a relevant way, tailored to the user's preferences. They can be used for different purposes, such as: customising the website according to the needs of a particular user, helping a user navigate the website, improving the quality of the website for the user, or storing user preferences and login information. All of this is done by allowing us to improve their structure and content, excluding the direct personal identification of the user.
Cookies can be classified as "essential" (necessary for the website to function) or "non-essential" (necessary for analyzing behavior on a website, "analytical" cookies, or cookies used to display advertisements). Cookies can also be classified as session cookies (they remain on the device as long as the web browser is open) and persistent cookies (they expire at a fixed point in time or if they are manually deleted from the web browser). Cookies can also be ours (belonging to the visited website) or third-party (cookies placed on your device by domains belonging to third parties).
What are third-party cookies?
Certain sections of content on the website may be provided through third parties, i.e. not by our website, in which case these cookies are called third-party cookies. Third-party cookie providers must also comply with data protection rules. On our website, these cookies may come from the following third parties:
Google Adsense: this is an advertising network; cookies are used to place relevant advertisements on this website.
Facebook: for social communication features, such as the Facebook like and share buttons or comments via Facebook.
Our website uses the types of cookies described above. Additional information about cookies can also be found at the following website: www.allaboutcookies.org
3. Do cookies collect personal data?
Cookies themselves do not request direct personal information in order to be used and, in most cases, do not personally identify internet users. Indirect personal data collected through the use of cookies may only be collected to facilitate certain functionalities for the user.
4. Why are cookies important to you?
Cookies are central to the efficient functioning of the Internet, helping to create a user-friendly browsing experience tailored to each user's preferences and interests. Cookies are everywhere and cannot be avoided if you want to enjoy access to the best and largest websites on the Internet - local or international. With a clear understanding of how they work and the benefits they bring, you can take the necessary security measures so that you can browse the Internet with confidence.
Disabling and refusing to accept cookies may make certain websites impractical or difficult to visit and use. Also, refusing to accept cookies does not mean that you will no longer receive/see online advertising.
5. How to accept or reject cookies?
There are a number of different ways in which you can accept or reject some or all types of cookies. Some of the main methods for doing this are described below. You are welcome to block the use of some or all cookies that are used on the website. However, please be aware that this may affect the website and its functionality in part or in whole. You should also be aware that deleting all cookies from your web browser will also delete all cookie modules that store your preferences, for example whether you have accepted the use of cookies on a website or any cookies that block other cookies.
Detailed information about cookies and browser settings can be found by accessing the following link: http://www.allaboutcookies.org/
There are several ways to manage cookies.
Cookie control tool
You can accept or reject [non-essential] cookies using our cookie management tool at: https://www.stildiamonds.ro/gdpr/profile
Browser settings
You can accept or reject some or all cookies (for example, by blocking all third-party cookies) by adjusting your browser settings. You can find out how to do this by visiting the following links for the most popular web browsers:
Some browsers, such as Chrome and Firefox, allow you to change your settings to browse in "incognito" mode, limiting the amount of data entered on your device and automatically deleting all persistent cookies entered on your device when your browsing session ends. There are also numerous third-party applications that can be added to your browser to block or manage cookies.
Existing cookies
To delete cookies that have been previously placed in your browser, you must select the option to delete your browsing history, ensuring that the option to delete it or delete cookies is enabled when doing so.
Google Adsettings
Personalized ads can be managed by going to https://adssettings.google.com/ and selecting the "Ad personalization" option (i.e., by ensuring that the switch at the top of the page is set to the left/gray and not to the right/blue). Alternatively, you can install a free browser plugin here: https://support.google.com/ads/answer/7395996
Browser extension to opt out of Google Analytics
You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the browser extension available here: http://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Disconnecting from Facebook Pixel
You can install a browser extension called "Disconnect Facebook pixel and FB tracking". This will prevent Facebook from tracking your behaviour on third-party websites. These can be installed by visiting:
European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance
You can opt out of Facebook and other companies that are part of the Digital Advertising Alliance from displaying interest-based ads by visiting http://www.youronlinechoices.com, selecting your country, selecting "Your Ad Choices," then finding Facebook (and any other companies you wish to block) and selecting the "Off" option.
6. Security considerations
Cookies are NOT viruses! They use plain text formats. They are not made up of pieces of code, so they cannot be executed or run automatically. Consequently, they cannot be duplicated or replicated on other networks to run or replicate again. Because they cannot perform these functions, they cannot be considered viruses.
