COOKIES POLICY
1.1.1. Introduction
Cookies are small text files that may be stored on your computer, mobile phone, or tablet when you visit a website. Their purpose is to store your preferences or activity on the website so that, on future visits, this information can be retrieved without being re-entered.
Most browsers (such as Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Safari, and Opera) support the use of cookies. However, users can configure their browser settings to refuse cookies by default or to delete them at a later stage.
1.1.2. Types and Purpose of Cookies
Cookies can serve various functions. The most common types used on websites fall into the following categories:
- Session Cookies — Session cookies are temporarily stored on your device and originate from the website you are visiting. They are used only during your browsing session and are deleted when you leave the website. A typical example includes cookies used by e-commerce websites to store information about items placed in a shopping cart while navigating between pages.
- Persistent Cookies — Persistent cookies remain stored on your device even after your browsing session ends. They are used to provide personalized services by storing user preferences, such as language settings, login details, or other customization features. Despite their name, persistent cookies have a defined lifespan and are automatically deleted once this period expires.
- Third-Party Cookies — In addition to first-party cookies, websites may also use third-party cookies. These are set by external providers and are typically used for analytics, performance measurement, and marketing purposes. Such cookies may collect information such as visitor behavior, number of visits, geographic location, and technical device data.
1.1.3. Use of Cookies on https://www.iid.gr
Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience and to analyze website traffic. These cookies do not compromise users’ privacy or sensitive personal data.
The cookies used include:
- usy46gabsosd: Collects visitor behavior data for website improvement reports
- Google+ Plugin: Sends data to Google+ plugin
- Facebook Plugin: Sends data to Facebook “Like” plugin
- mobile: Detects user device type for optimized navigation
- JSESSIONID: Tracks visitor sessions
- _st(login token): Stores user preferences upon login
- pgid sid: Identifies user for personalized content
- HighBandwidth $ms_externalFlash: Detects Flash version and bandwidth
- omniture_optout: Stores preferences regarding behavior tracking
- jquery.feature.detection.cache: Detects page load from browser cache
- jquery.feature.detection.cache.useragent: Detects browser capabilities
- _ga (Google Analytics): Identifies unique visitors
- _gat (Google Analytics): Tracks user behavior anonymously
1.1.4. Consent for the Use of Cookies
The use of cookies is governed by applicable legislation, including Article 4(5) of Law 3471/2006 (implementing Directive 2002/58/EC), as well as the GDPR.
Cookies may only be installed with the user’s consent following clear and comprehensive information regarding their purpose, processing, and potential recipients.
Consent may be provided through browser settings or through the website’s consent management mechanisms.
1.1.5. User Consent Mechanism
As our website uses cookies beyond those strictly necessary for its operation, we request your consent before storing such cookies.
A dedicated cookie consent mechanism is implemented, preventing cookies from being stored unless the user explicitly accepts them. A link to this Cookies Policy is provided within the consent interface to enable informed decision-making.
1.1.6. Control and Deletion of Cookies
Users may control and/or delete cookies at any time through their browser settings.
For more information, please visit: www.aboutcookies.org
Please note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality and certain services may not operate properly.
