Cookie Policy

Introduction

Cookie Policy for MariaSocratous.com

Effective Date: 04.03.2025

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how MariaSocratous.com ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website (the "Website"). By continuing to use our Website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

Cookie Policy for MariaSocratous.com

1. Introduction

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They help the website recognize your device and store certain information about your preferences or past actions.

3. Legal Basis for Using Cookies

We use cookies based on your consent (for non-essential cookies) and our legitimate interest (for essential cookies).

Consent: We will request your explicit consent before placing non-essential cookies (performance, functionality, targeting/advertising) on your device. You can withdraw your consent at any time through our cookie management tool or your browser settings.
Legitimate Interest: Essential cookies are necessary for the operation of our Website, and therefore, we rely on our legitimate interest to use them.

4. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary Cookies):
- These cookies are necessary for the functioning of our Website and enable you to use its features. Without these cookies, certain services cannot be provided.
- Legal Basis: Legitimate Interest.
- Example: Cookies that enable you to log in or use a shopping cart.
Performance Cookies (Analytics Cookies):
- These cookies collect information about how visitors use our Website, such as which pages are visited most often. This data helps us improve the performance of our Website.
- Legal Basis: Consent.
- Example: Google Analytics cookies.
Functionality Cookies (Preference Cookies):
- These cookies allow our Website to remember choices you make (such as your username, language, or the region you are in) and provide enhanced, personalized features.
- Legal Basis: Consent.
- Example: Cookies that remember your language preference.
Targeting/Advertising Cookies (Marketing Cookies):
- These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They track your browsing habits and help us understand the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.
- Legal Basis: Consent.
- Example: Cookies used by advertising platforms.

5. Detailed Information on Specific Cookies

Provide a detailed table or list of the specific cookies used, including:

Cookie Name
Provider (e.g., Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel)
Purpose
Type (Essential, Performance, Functionality, Targeting)
Duration (how long the cookie stays on the device)

Example:

Cookie NameProviderPurposeTypeDuration

_gaGoogle AnalyticsWebsite traffic analysisPerformance - 2 years

cookiesAcceptence MariaSocratous.com Stores users acceptance of cookiesEssential 1 year

6. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for various purposes, including:

To analyze traffic and trends to improve our Website's functionality.
To remember your preferences and improve your user experience.
To personalize content and ads based on your interests.
To track the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns.

7. Third-Party Cookies

In addition to our own cookies, we may also use third-party cookies set by trusted partners to enhance our services. These third-party cookies may collect data about your online behavior across different websites. We recommend reviewing the cookie policies of these third parties for more information.

8. Managing Cookies and Withdrawing Consent

Cookie Banner/Popup: Implement a clear and prominent cookie banner or popup that informs users about the use of cookies and requests their consent for non-essential cookies.
Granular Consent: Provide users with the ability to give specific consent for different categories of cookies (e.g., performance, functionality, targeting).
Withdrawal of Consent: Users should be able to easily withdraw their consent at any time. Provide clear instructions on how to do this within the cookie policy and ideally within the cookie banner or a cookie settings page.
Browser Settings: You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Most web browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Please refer to your browser's instructions for how to manage cookies:
- Chrome.
- Click the three vertical dots (More) in the top right corner.
- Select "Settings."
- Click "Privacy and security."
- Click "Third-party cookies" or "Cookies and other site data".
- Here, you can manage settings for allowing or blocking cookies, and view/delete existing cookies.
- To clear all cookies:
- Follow the steps above to "Privacy and security".
- Click "Clear browsing data".
- Select a time range.
- Check "Cookies and other site data".
- Click "Clear data."
- Mozilla Firefox:
- To manage cookies:
- Open Firefox.
- Click the three horizontal lines (Menu) in the top right corner.
- Select "Settings."
- Click "Privacy & Security."
- In the "Cookies and Site Data" section, you can manage your cookie settings.
- To clear cookies:
- In the "Cookies and Site Data" section, you can click "Clear Data" to delete cookies.
- Alternatively, in the history section of the privacy and security settings, you can clear all recent history, and select cookies within that action.
- Microsoft Edge:
- To manage cookies:
- Open Edge.
- Click the three horizontal dots (Settings and more) in the top right corner.
- Select "Settings."
- Click "Cookies and site permissions."
- Click "Manage and delete cookies and site data."
- Here you can manage cookie settings.
- To clear cookies:
- Open Edge Settings.
- Select "Privacy, search, and services".
- Under "Clear browsing data," click "Choose what to clear."
- Select a time range and check "Cookies and other site data."
- Click "Clear now."
- Apple Safari:
- To manage cookies (macOS):
- Open Safari.
- Click "Safari" in the menu bar and select "Preferences."
- Click the "Privacy" tab.
- Here, you can manage cookie settings, such as blocking all cookies or preventing cross-site tracking.
- To manage cookies (iOS/iPadOS):
- Open the "Settings" app.
- Scroll down and tap "Safari."
- In the "Privacy & Security" section, you can manage cookie settings.
- To clear cookies, within the safari settings page, there is a "clear history and web site data" option.
- Important Considerations:
- Third-party cookies: Many browsers allow you to block third-party cookies, which are often used for tracking purposes.
- Site-specific settings: Most browsers also allow you to set cookie preferences for individual websites.
- Regular clearing: It's a good practice to periodically clear your cookies to maintain privacy.

9. Data Subject Rights

Under the GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Right to Access: You can request access to the personal data we hold about you.
Right to Rectification: You can request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
Right to Erasure (Right to be Forgotten) : You can request that we delete your personal data.
Right to Restriction of Processing: You can request that we restrict the processing of your personal data.
Right to Data Portability: You can request to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format and transmit it to another controller.
Right to Object: You can object to the processing of your personal data.
Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority: In case you feel we mishandled your information.

10. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

mariasocratousart@gmail.com

4 Petraki Giallourou, 2407 Egkomi, Nicosia, Cyprus