1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how the website shop.openbiomaps.org, operated by ÖKOINFORMATIKA SRL (hereinafter referred to as Operator), uses cookies and similar technologies to ensure the proper functioning of the platform, to improve the user experience and to provide personalised services.
By continuing browsing the website or by clicking the “Accept” button in the consent banner, you agree to the use of cookies under the conditions described in this policy.
The Operator complies with applicable law, including:
- Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR);
- Law No 190/2018 on the protection of personal data;
- Law No 506/2004 on the processing of personal data and the protection of privacy in the electronic communications sector.
2. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on the user’s device (computer, phone, tablet) when they visit a website.
They are used to recognise the device on subsequent visits and to facilitate certain functionalities such as authentication, saving browsing preferences or analysing traffic.
Cookies do not contain software programmes, viruses or other harmful applications and cannot access information in the device’s memory.
3. Types of cookies used
The shop.openbiomaps.org website uses several types of cookies, categorised by function and lifetime, as follows:
3.1. Essential (required) cookies
- They ensure the proper functioning of the site and access to secure sections (e.g. login, shopping basket, order processing).
- Without these cookies, the site cannot function properly.
- These cookies do not require user consent.
Examples:
session_id, card_token, csrf_token.
Duration: session cookies (automatically deleted when the browser is closed).
3.2. Functional and preference cookies
- Allow to store user preferences (language, currency, delivery methods, display settings).
- Facilitates a personalised browsing experience.
Legal basis: user consent (Art. 6 para. (1) lit. a) GDPR).
Duration: between 1 month and 12 months.
3.3. Analytical and performance cookies
- Collects anonymous data about how the site is used (e.g. pages visited, session duration, traffic source).
- The information is used to improve the performance of the platform and services offered.
Examples: Google Analytics, Plausible Analytics, Matomo (self-hosted).
The operator configures these services so that the collected data is anonymised (e.g. IP address truncation).
Legal basis: user consent (Art. 6 para. (1) lit. a) GDPR).
Duration: between 1 day and 24 months.
3.4. Marketing and advertising cookies
- Used to display relevant and personalised advertisements based on the user’s interests.
- May be placed by the Operator or third party partners (e.g. Google Ads, Meta Pixel), with the explicit consent of the user.
Please note: these cookies may also track the user’s activity on other websites in order to build an interest profile.
Legal basis: user consent (Art. 6 para. (1) lit. a) GDPR).
Duration: between 1 month and 13 months.
3.5. Third party cookies
- Some pages may contain third-party embeds (e.g. YouTube videos, Google Maps maps, social media buttons).
- These services may place their own cookies, over which the Operator has no direct control.
The Operator recommends that users consult the privacy policies of these third parties for detailed information:
4. Managing and deleting cookies
Users have the ability to manage cookie consent at any time by:
- Consent banner displayed when first accessing the site;
- Browser settings, which allow:
- block all cookies;
- accept only essential cookies;
- delete existing cookies.
4.1. Useful links for browser settings:
Warning:
Disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality and overall user experience.
5. Cookies and personal data
Certain cookies may collect information that, under certain circumstances, may be considered personal data (e.g. IP addresses or unique identifiers).
In such cases, the processing of such data is carried out in accordance with the Operator’s Privacy Policy.
The Operator does not use cookies to directly identify users and does not create automated profiles with legal effects.
6. Consent to use cookies
When accessing the website for the first time, the user will be shown a banner informing him/her about the use of cookies.
By selecting the “Accept” option or continuing browsing, the user consents to the use of cookies according to the selected preferences.
The consent is valid for a period of 6 months, after which the banner will be displayed again to renew the consent.
The user may, at any time, withdraw consent by accessing the “Cookie Settings” section of the website.
7. Users’ rights in relation to cookies
Under the GDPR, users are entitled to all rights regarding the protection of personal data, including:
- the right to information;
- the right of access to data collected through cookies;
- the right to rectification or erasure;
- the right to restrict processing;
- the right to object;
- the right to lodge a complaint with ANSPDCP.
To exercise these rights, users may contact the Operator at:
📧 contact@okoinformatika.ro
8. Change cookie policy
The Operator reserves the right to amend this policy at any time to reflect changes in legislation or technological updates.
The updated version will be published on the website together with the date of the last revision.
In the event of major changes (e.g. introduction of new cookies or change of purposes), the Operator will require new consent from Users.
9. Contact
For any questions, complaints or requests regarding this policy, please contact us at:
ÖKOINFORMATIKA SRL
E-mail: contact@okoinformatika.ro
Address: str. József Attila József Attila nr. 36, Odorheiu Secuiesc, jud. Harghita, Romania
Website: https://shop.openbiomaps.org
Operator: ÖKOINFORMATIKA SRL
Policy is an integral part of: Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions of the shop.openbiomaps.org website.
Last update: 15 October 2025