Cookie Policy

COOKIE POLICY

Document informing users about the presence of cookies on the website.
The website https://badsi.ro/ uses cookies.

The information presented below is intended to provide users with more details about the placement, use, and management of cookies used by the website badsi.ro.

Please read the following information carefully:

This website uses its own and third-party cookies to provide visitors with a better browsing experience and services tailored to their needs and interests. In what we call "web 2.0", cookies play an important role in facilitating access and delivery of the multiple services that users enjoy on the internet, such as:

Customizing certain settings such as: the language in which a site is viewed, the currency in which certain prices or rates are expressed, saving options for various products (sizes, other details, etc.) in the shopping cart (and memorizing these options) – thus generating the flexibility of the "shopping cart" (accessing old preferences by clicking the "forward" and "back" buttons)

Cookies provide website owners with valuable feedback on how their websites are used by users, so that they can make them even more efficient and accessible to users.

They allow multimedia or other types of applications from other websites to be included in a particular website to create a more valuable, useful, and enjoyable browsing experience.

They improve the effectiveness of online advertising.

WHAT IS A "COOKIE"?

An "Internet Cookie" (also known as a "browser cookie" or "HTTP cookie" or simply "cookie") is a small file consisting of letters and numbers that will be stored on a user's computer, mobile device, or other equipment from which the Internet is accessed. The cookie is installed by a request sent by a web server to a browser (e.g., Internet Explorer, Chrome) and is completely "passive" (it does not contain software, viruses, or spyware and cannot access information on the user's hard drive).

A cookie consists of two parts: the name and the content or value of the cookie. Furthermore, the lifetime of a cookie is determined; technically, only the web server that sent the cookie can access it again when a user returns to the website associated with that web server.

Cookies themselves do not request personal information in order to be used and, in most cases, do not personally identify Internet users.

There are two main categories of cookies:

Session cookies – these are temporarily stored in the cookie folder of the web browser so that it can remember them until the user leaves the website or closes the browser window (e.g., when logging in/out of a webmail account or social media).

Persistent cookies – These are stored on the hard drive of a computer or device (and generally depend on the pre-set lifetime of the cookie). Persistent cookies also include those placed by a website other than the one the user is visiting at the time – known as 'third party cookies' – which can be used anonymously to remember a user's interests so that advertising can be delivered that is as relevant as possible to users.

What are the benefits of cookies?

A cookie contains information that links a web browser (the user) to a specific web server (the website). If a browser accesses that web server again, it can read the information already stored and react accordingly. Cookies provide users with a pleasant browsing experience and support the efforts of many websites to offer comfortable services to users: e.g., online privacy preferences, website language options, shopping carts, or relevant advertising.

What is the lifespan of a cookie?

Cookies are managed by web servers. The lifetime of a cookie can vary significantly, depending on the purpose for which it is placed. Some cookies are used exclusively for a single session (session cookies) and are no longer retained once the user leaves the website, while some cookies are retained and reused each time the user returns to that website ("persistent cookies"). However, cookies can be deleted by a user at any time through their browser settings.

What are third-party cookies?

Certain sections of content on some websites may be provided by third parties/suppliers (e.g., news box, video, or advertisement). These third parties may also place cookies through the website, and these are called "third-party cookies" because they are not placed by the owner of the website. Third-party providers must also comply with applicable law and the privacy policies of the website owner.

HOW COOKIES ARE USED BY THIS SITE

Visiting this site may place cookies for the following purposes:

Visitor analytics cookies
Advertising cookies

These cookies may come from the following third parties: (Google)

PERFORMANCE COOKIES

This type of cookie remembers the user's preferences on this site, so that they do not need to be set each time the site is visited.

Cookies for visitor analysis

Every time a user visits this site, the analytics software provided by a third party generates a user analysis cookie. This cookie tells us if you have visited this site before. Your browser will tell us if you have this cookie, and if not, we will generate one. This allows us to monitor unique users who visit us and how often they do so. As long as you are not registered on this site, this cookie cannot be used to identify individuals; it is used for statistical purposes only. If you are registered, we can also know the details you have provided us, such as your email address and username—these are subject to confidentiality and the provisions of the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and the provisions of the legislation in force regarding the protection of personal data.

Cookies for geotargeting

These cookies are used by software that determines which country you are from. It is completely anonymous and is only used to target content – even when you are on our website in Romanian or another language, you will receive the same advertisement.

Registration cookies When you register on this site, we generate a cookie that tells us whether you are registered or not. Our servers use these cookies to show us the account you are registered with and whether you have permission for a particular service. It also allows us to associate any comments you post on our site with your username. If you have not selected "keep me logged in," this cookie will be automatically deleted when you close your browser or computer.

Cookies for advertising

These cookies allow us to find out whether you have viewed an online advertisement, what type it is, and how long ago you saw the advertisement. We also use these cookies to target online advertising. We may also use third-party cookies to better target advertising, for example, to show ads about vacations if the user has recently visited an article on the site about vacations. These cookies are anonymous; they store information about the content viewed, not about users. We also set anonymous cookies through other websites on which we advertise. By receiving them, we can use them to recognize you as a visitor to that website. If you subsequently visit our website, we will be able to deliver advertising based on this information.

Cookies from advertising providers

Much of the advertising you find on this site belongs to third parties. Some of these parties use their own anonymous cookies to analyze how many people have been exposed to an advertisement, or to see how many people have been exposed to the same advertisement multiple times.

The companies that generate these cookies have their own privacy policies, and this site does not have access to read or write these cookies. Third-party cookies may be used to show you targeted advertising on other sites based on your browsing on this site.

OTHER THIRD-PARTY COOKIES

On some pages, third parties may set their own anonymous cookies in order to track the success of an application or to customize an application. Due to the way it is used, this site cannot access these cookies, just as third parties cannot access the cookies owned by this site. For example, when you share an article using the social media button on this site, that social network will record your activity.

WHAT TYPE OF INFORMATION IS STORED AND ACCESSED THROUGH COOKIES?

Cookies store information in a small text file that allows a website to recognize a browser. The web server will recognize the browser until the cookie expires or is deleted.

The cookie stores important information that improves the Internet browsing experience (e.g., language settings for accessing a site; keeping a user logged into their webmail account; online banking security; keeping products in the shopping cart).

WHY ARE COOKIES IMPORTANT FOR THE INTERNET?

Cookies are central to the efficient functioning of the Internet, helping to create a user-friendly browsing experience tailored to each user's preferences and interests. Refusing or disabling cookies may make some websites impossible to use.

Refusing or disabling cookies does not mean that you will no longer receive online advertising – it just means that it will no longer be able to take into account your preferences and interests, as evidenced by your browsing behavior.

EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT USES OF COOKIES (WHICH DO NOT REQUIRE USER AUTHENTICATION THROUGH AN ACCOUNT):

Content and services tailored to user preferences – news categories, weather, sports, maps, public and government services, entertainment sites, and travel services.

Offers tailored to user interests – remembering passwords, language preferences (e.g., displaying search results in Romanian).

Retention of child protection filters for Internet content (family mode options, safe search functions).

Limiting the frequency of ad delivery – limiting the number of times an ad is displayed to a particular user on a site.

Providing more relevant advertising to the user.

Measurement, optimization, and analytics features – such as confirming a certain level of traffic on a website, what type of content
Content and services tailored to user preferences – news categories, weather, sports, maps, public and government services, entertainment sites, and travel services.

Offers tailored to user interests – remembering passwords, language preferences (e.g., displaying search results in Romanian).

Retention of child protection filters for Internet content (family mode options, safe search functions).

Limiting the frequency of ad delivery – limiting the number of times an ad is displayed to a particular user on a site.

Providing more relevant advertising to the user.

Measurement, optimization, and analytics features—such as confirming a certain level of traffic on a website, what type of content is viewed, and how a user arrives at a website (e.g., through search engines, directly, from other websites, etc.). Websites run these analyses of their usage to improve their sites for the benefit of users.

SECURITY AND PRIVACY ISSUES

Cookies are NOT viruses! They use plain text formats. They are not made up of pieces of code, so they cannot be executed or run automatically. Consequently, they cannot be duplicated or replicated on other networks to run or replicate again. Since they cannot perform these functions, they cannot be considered viruses.

Cookies can, however, be used for negative purposes. Because they store information about users' preferences and browsing history, both on a particular site and on several other sites, cookies can be used as a form of spyware. Many anti-spyware products are aware of this and constantly mark cookies for deletion during anti-virus/anti-spyware scanning/deletion procedures. In general, browsers have built-in privacy settings that provide different levels of cookie acceptance, validity period, and automatic deletion after the user has visited a particular site.

Other security issues related to cookies

Since identity protection is very valuable and is the right of every Internet user, it is important to be aware of the potential problems that cookies can cause. Because cookies constantly transmit information between the browser and the website in both directions, if an attacker or unauthorized person intervenes during the data transmission process, the information contained in the cookie can be intercepted. Although very rare, this can happen if the browser connects to the server using an unencrypted network (e.g., an unsecured WiFi network).

Other cookie-based attacks involve incorrect cookie settings on servers. If a website does not require the browser to use only encrypted channels, attackers can use this vulnerability to trick browsers into sending information through unsecured channels. Attackers then use the information to gain unauthorized access to certain sites. It is very important to be careful when choosing the most appropriate method of protecting your personal information.

TIPS FOR SAFE AND RESPONSIBLE BROWSING BASED ON COOKIES.

Due to their flexibility and the fact that most of the most visited and largest websites use cookies, they are almost inevitable. Disabling cookies will prevent you from accessing the most popular and widely used websites, including YouTube, Gmail, Yahoo, and others.

Here are some tips to ensure you can browse safely with cookies:

Customize your browser settings for cookies to reflect a level of cookie security that is comfortable for you.

If you don't mind cookies and you are the only person using your computer, you can set long expiration times for storing your browsing history and personal access data.

If you share access to your computer, you may consider setting your browser to delete individual browsing data each time you close your browser. This is an option for accessing websites that place cookies and deleting any visit information when you close your browsing session.

Install and regularly update your antispyware applications.

Many spyware detection and prevention applications include detection of website attacks. This prevents your browser from accessing websites that could exploit browser vulnerabilities or download dangerous software. Make sure your browser is always up to date. Many cookie-based attacks exploit weaknesses in older browser versions.

Cookies are everywhere and cannot be avoided if you want to enjoy access to the best and largest websites on the Internet – local or international. With a clear understanding of how they work and the benefits they bring, you can take the necessary security measures so that you can browse the Internet with confidence.

HOW CAN I STOP COOKIES?

Disabling and refusing to accept cookies may make certain websites impractical or difficult to visit and use. Also, refusing to accept cookies does not mean that you will no longer receive/see online advertising. It is possible to set your browser so that these cookies are no longer accepted, or you can set your browser to accept cookies from a specific site. But, for example, if you are not registered using cookies, you will not be able to leave comments.

All modern browsers offer the option to change cookie settings. These settings are usually found in the "options" or "preferences" menu of your browser.

To understand these settings, the following links may be useful, or you can use your browser's "help" option for more details.

Cookie settings in Internet Explorer

http://support.microsoft.com/kb/196955

Cookie settings in Firefox

http://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/cookies-information-websites-store-on-your-computer?redirectlocale=en-US&redirectslug=Cookies
Cookie settings in Chrome

http://support.google.com/chrome/bin/answer.py?hl=ro&answer=95647
Cookie settings in Safari

http://support.apple.com/kb/PH5042
For settings related to third-party cookies, you can also visit the website:

http://www.youronlinechoices.com/ro/

USEFUL LINKS

If you would like to learn more about cookies and what they are used for, we recommend the following links:

Microsoft Cookies guide

http://www.microsoft.com/info/cookies.mspx

All About Cookies

http://www.allaboutcookies.org/

The following website is available to provide more information about privacy related to online advertising: