1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites function more efficiently, to enhance the user experience, and to provide analytical information to website operators. Cookies may be "session cookies," which are deleted when you close your browser, or "persistent cookies," which remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them manually.
This Cookies Policy explains how Prostonel (accessible at prostonelstore.com) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions.
2. How We Use Cookies
Prostonel uses cookies for the following general purposes: to ensure our website functions correctly and provides a smooth browsing experience; to analyse how visitors interact with our website so that we can improve its content and usability; and to track affiliate referrals so that we can accurately attribute visits from our website to our commercial partner. We do not use cookies for targeted advertising, remarketing, or user profiling.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1. Essential Cookies
Essential cookies are necessary for the basic functioning of our website. They enable core features such as page navigation, secure access, and cookie consent preferences. These cookies do not collect personal information and cannot be disabled without affecting the functionality of the website.
- Cookie consent cookie: Stores your cookie preference choice so that you are not asked repeatedly. Duration: 12 months.
- Session cookie: Maintains your session as you navigate between pages. Duration: until browser is closed.
3.2. Analytics Cookies (Google Analytics)
We use Google Analytics cookies to collect anonymised statistical data about how visitors use our website. This information helps us understand which pages are most popular, how users navigate through the site, and where we can make improvements. Google Analytics cookies collect data such as the number of visitors and page views, average time spent on the website, pages visited and navigation paths, approximate geographic location (city level), and device type, browser, and operating system.
- _ga: Used to distinguish unique users by assigning a randomly generated number. Duration: 2 years.
- _ga_*: Used by Google Analytics to maintain session state. Duration: 2 years.
The data collected by Google Analytics is processed in an anonymised and aggregated form. We do not use Google Analytics to collect personally identifiable information. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
3.3. Affiliate Cookies
When you click on an affiliate link on our website and are redirected to our commercial partner's website, an affiliate tracking cookie may be placed on your device. This cookie is used solely to identify that your visit to the partner's website originated from Prostonel, enabling accurate commission tracking and attribution.
- Affiliate tracking cookie: Records the referral source when you click through to our partner's website. Duration: varies by affiliate programme, typically 30 to 90 days.
These cookies do not collect personal information and are not used for advertising or profiling purposes.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are placed by third-party services that we use. These include Google Analytics (as described in section 3.2 above) and our affiliate network partner (as described in section 3.3 above). These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies, and we encourage you to review them. Prostonel does not have control over cookies set by third parties.
5. Managing and Disabling Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. When you first visit our website, a cookie banner will be displayed, giving you the option to accept or decline non-essential cookies.
You can also manage cookies through your browser settings. Most web browsers allow you to view, delete, and block cookies from specific or all websites. Please note that if you choose to block or delete cookies, some features of our website may not function properly. Below are links to cookie management instructions for common browsers:
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and Website Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions
6. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies, please contact us through our Contact page or at:
Prostonel
205 Archbishop Makarios Avenue
Limassol 3030
Cyprus
Email: [email protected]