Cookie policy
FEROS Cookie Policy
CONCEPT
1.1. A cookie is a small text file that is stored on a computer or mobile device when visiting a particular website. Cookies usually store user settings, such as language preference or address. Later, when the user revisits the same website, the internet browser returns the cookies that belong to that page. Cookies are not intended to spy on users, they do not track everything a user does, and they are not malicious code or viruses. Likewise, cookies are not associated with spam or unwanted messages, they cannot save passwords, and are not solely intended for advertising purposes.
According to REGULATION (EU) 2016/679 OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL on the protection of natural persons with regard to the processing of personal data and on the free movement of such data (General Data Protection Regulation – GDPR), and the Act on the Implementation of the General Regulation, your consent is required for the use of cookies.
2. METHOD OF USING COOKIES
2.1. FEROS d.o.o. for trade, Hrušćica (Municipality of Rugvica), Industrijska ulica 18, OIB: 91115557093 (hereinafter: Feros) is the controller of your personal data. You can contact us via e-mail at feros@feros.hr or by sending mail to Industrijska ulica 18, Hrušćica (Municipality of Rugvica), marked “TO THE DATA PROTECTION OFFICER”.
Feros uses cookies and similar technologies on its website https://feros.hr for several purposes, depending on the context or product, including:
1) Temporary user input cookies (session-id) and/or persistent cookies limited to a few hours – used to store your preferences and settings on your device and improve your experience. By storing personal preferences in cookies, you do not have to reset them each time;
2) Authentication cookies – used for authentication services during browsing sessions, ensuring that you remain logged in while navigating between pages. You may also save login data so you don’t need to log in every time you return;
3) User security cookies – used to detect authentication abuse, with limited duration, for processing information enabling security and detecting fraud and misuse;
4) Multimedia content cookies – such as Flash Player cookies, for the duration of a browsing session;
5) Load-balancing cookies – used during the browsing session to remember information you provide;
6) Persistent user interface customization cookies – used during the browsing session (or slightly longer) to enable providing feedback on the website;
7) Third-party social plug-in cookies for logged-in members of social networks – certain websites may include social media cookies, enabling logged-in users of social networks to share content through those networks (e.g., via the “Like” button). The privacy impact may vary depending on the network and user privacy settings. More information on managing these cookies can be found on the websites of the relevant social networks.
2.2. The webshop https://shop.feros.hr/ is built using the WordPress website creation tool and the WooCommerce plugin. Cookies used via these tools are essential for the optimal functioning of the website and do not require user consent.
For more information on WordPress and WooCommerce privacy rules, visit: https://automattic.com/privacy/
2.3. Information related to cookies is not used to personally identify you, and usage patterns remain fully under our control.
2.4. These cookies are not used for purposes other than those described here.
2.5. In addition to the above cookies, we also use:
a) Third-party advertising cookies – used to collect information about your online activities and recognize your interests in order to show you relevant ads. You may opt out of receiving these ads. These cookies may also track the number of clicks on ads and which ads have been seen, preventing repeat display.
b) Analytical cookies – used (both first-party and third-party) to collect data on usage and performance, such as counting unique visitors or developing other statistics about website performance. This helps us improve services and provide a better user experience.
2.6. Our site or subpages may use additional or different cookies than those listed above, e.g.:
– Companies we hire for analytics services may set cookies when you visit our website;
– Companies providing specific content (e.g., videos, news, or ads) may set their own cookies. These companies process data according to their privacy policies and may combine data about your activities across multiple sites or services.
Examples:
Cookie Name: _ga – Duration: 2 years – Purpose: Distinguishes users.
Cookie Name: _gid – Duration: 24 hours – Purpose: Distinguishes users.
Cookie Name: AMP_TOKEN – Duration: 30 sec to 1 year – Purpose: Stores a token for retrieving a Client ID.
Cookie Name: _gac_<property-id> – Duration: 90 days – Purpose: Measures ad interactions and prevents excessive ad display.
3. COOKIES USED BY GOOGLE LLC AND ASSOCIATED COMPANIES
3.1. The website https://feros.hr uses certain Google services, through which Google LLC collects personal data using cookies. Services include: Google applications, websites and devices such as Search, YouTube, Chrome, Android, as well as products integrated into third-party apps and websites (e.g., ads, embedded maps). When signed in, your activity (e.g., posting a YouTube comment) may display your name and photo. Depending on settings, Google may show such data in ads. Google does not share your personal data with third parties except with your consent or when administrators have access. Data that does not reveal identity may be shared publicly or with partners. Full list of cookies: https://policies.google.com/technologies/cookies
4. EXPORTING AND DELETING DATA COLLECTED THROUGH GOOGLE SERVICES
4.1. You may export or delete your Google account data at any time. Options include deleting service-specific content, using “My Activity” to remove items, deleting Google products, or deleting your entire Google account.
4.2. You can accept, delete, or reject some or all cookies. Instructions for major browsers:
– Chrome: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
– Internet Explorer: https://support.microsoft.com/ad01aa7e…
– Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org/…
– Safari (Desktop): https://support.apple.com/guide/safari
– Safari (Mobile): https://support.apple.com/HT201265
– Android Browser: https://support.google.com/nexus/answer/54068
– Opera: https://www.opera.com/help
– Opera Mobile: https://help.opera.com/en/mobile/android/#privacy
You may also contact browser providers’ privacy offices or your local data protection authority with concerns.
4.3. Feros uses the Mailchimp service (The Rocket Science Group LLC, https://mailchimp.com/) for sending order status emails. Mailchimp uses cookies to collect user data. More on their cookies: https://mailchimp.com/legal/cookies
5. COOKIE CONTROL ON THIS SITE
5.1. You can control and/or delete cookies as desired. All stored cookies can be deleted, and browsers allow blocking. Blocking cookies may affect functionality and require resetting preferences. More info:
– allaboutcookies.org
– youronlinechoices.com/hr
– aboutads.info/choices
5.2. Additional helpful resources:
– European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance: https://edaa.eu/
– Internet Advertising Bureau (US): https://www.iab.com/
– Internet Advertising Bureau (EU): https://iabeurope.eu/
5.3. On each visit to our site, you may regulate or delete cookies at any time.
6. UPDATES
6.1. Feros reserves the right to periodically update this Cookie Policy. It is your responsibility to review and agree to the latest version.
6.2. This Cookie Policy was last updated in January 2022.