What is a cookie?

A cookie is a file that is downloaded to the user’s device (i.e. computer, tablet, smartphone, etc.) upon accessing a website, in order to record, store, retrieve, update or save data and information about browsing from this device. Cookies allow the website manager to know and remember users’ preferences when browsing the website, and to offer personalised services in line with these preferences.

Types of cookies according to the entity managing them

The following cookies can be distinguished, depending on the entity managing the system or domain from where the cookies are sent and the data are processed:

1. • First-party cookies: those that are sent to the user’s terminal system from a system or domain managed by the publisher and from which the service requested by the user is provided.

1. • Third-party cookies: those that are sent to the user’s terminal from a system or domain that is not managed by the publisher but rather by an entity that processes the data obtained via the cookies. This website may contain links to third-party websites with privacy policies that are different to those of the owner of this website. The user can decide whether to accept their privacy and cookies policies when accessing such websites.

Any cookies served from a system or domain managed by the publisher in which the information collected is managed by a third party cannot be considered first-party cookies.

Types of cookies according to their purpose

The following cookies can be distinguished, depending on the purpose for which the data obtained via the cookies are processed:

1. • Technical cookies: those that allow the user to navigate around a website, platform or application and use its different options or services, including those that the publisher uses to allow management and operation of the website and its functions and services, e.g. to control traffic and data communication, identify the session, access restricted areas, remember the elements in an order, complete the purchase process for an order, manage payment, control fraud and service security, apply to register or take part in an event, count visits for the purpose of billing software licences for the service (website, platform or application), use security features while browsing, store content to stream video or audio, enable dynamic content (e.g. animation when loading a text or image), or share content on social media.

1. • Preference or personalisation cookies: those that allow information to be remembered in order for the user to access the service with certain characteristics that may differentiate his or her experience from that of other users, e.g. language, number of results to display when performing a search, appearance or content of the service in accordance with the type of browser or the region the service is accessed from, etc.

1. • Analysis or measurement cookies: those that allow the party responsible for them to track and analyse user behaviour on the websites they are linked to, including quantifying the impact of ads. The information collected through this type of cookies is used to measure website, application or platform activity, in order to introduce improvements based on analysis of service usage data.

Types of cookies according to the length of time they remain active

The following cookies can be distinguished, depending on the length of time they remain active:

1. • Session cookies: those designed to collect and store data while the user visits a website.

1. • Persistent cookies: those that remain on the terminal and can be accessed and processed during a defined period of time by the party responsible for the cookie.

The website located at www.traducciones.org.es does not use any first-party cookies. However, it should be noted that third-party sites linked to from this website, such as Twitter and LinkedIn, may use cookies. In such cases, users should check the cookies policy of the respective third-party site. By continuing to use this website, users consent to the use of cookies by any third-party sites linked to from this website.

Cookies that are strictly necessary for the website to function properly, such as for security or analytics purposes, may also be downloaded to the user’s device. For example, Google Analytics may be used to measure and analyse how visitors use the website and to improve its performance and user experience. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect anonymous information about user activity, such as the pages visited, the time spent on each page, the device and browser used, and location.

Legal basis

The legal basis for processing users’ personal data through cookies depends on the type and purpose of the cookie. Explicit consent is required for cookies that are not strictly necessary for the website to function or that involve the processing of sensitive or special categories of personal data. Users can withdraw consent at any time by changing their cookie settings or by deleting the cookies from their devices. For cookies that are strictly necessary for the website to function or that serve the owner’s legitimate interests, such as security, performance or analytics, legitimate interest shall be the legal basis for processing users’ personal data. Users can opt out of cookies by changing their browser settings or by using third-party tools.

Managing and blocking cookies

Users can configure their browser according to their personal needs, in order to be alerted to any cookies and prevent them from being installed on their hard drive. Users may reject the use of cookies and delete them via the settings in their browser. Please see the browser’s instructions and guides for further details.

Changes in the cookies policy

This cookies policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in the use of cookies or legal requirements. Users should therefore check the cookies policy every time they use the site in order to see any changes.

Notice

By using this website, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this Cookies Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use this website, or change your cookie settings accordingly.