1.   Definition

This is the Cookie Policy accessible from https://isoskills.fi/, for IsoSkills Group SRL, having a place of business at Bucharest, District 1, Calea Floreasca Street, No. 169, Building X” Floreasca CUBE-BUSINESS HUB2”, 5C, Floor 2, registered at Trade Register with no. J40/16676/2017, identification code of registering RO38292530, hereinafter “The Company”.

The website isoskills.fi is the property of The Company and uses cookies. The following information aims to inform you about what cookies are, as well as their placement and usage. Additionally, some useful links on this topic are provided.

If you need more information about cookies and cannot find it in this Policy, you can contact us at office@isoskills.fi.

Regarding the processing of personal data in the context of cookie usage, you may also contact the designated Data Protection Officer (DPO) at gdpr@isoskills.fi.

2.   Effective Date: [Insert Date]

3.   What Are Cookies

An “Internet Cookie” (also known as a “browser cookie,” “HTTP cookie,” or simply “cookie”) is a small file consisting of letters and numbers that is stored on a computer, mobile device, or other equipment used to access the Internet.

A cookie is installed following a request issued by a web server to a browser (e.g., Internet Explorer, Chrome) and, despite being stored on the device used to access web pages, it cannot access other information on that device, nor can it contain software programs, viruses, or spyware.

Cookies store important information that enhances the online browsing experience, such as:

• Language preferences for a website
• Keeping a user logged into a webmail account
• Retaining products in a shopping cart

Cookies also enable the recognition of a user’s device and the delivery of content tailored to their preferences.

In most cases, cookies do not process personal data when used and do not identify users of web pages. A cookie consists of two parts: its name and its content/value.

Cookies ensure a pleasant browsing experience and support the Company’s efforts to provide users with convenient services, such as online privacy preferences or relevant advertising. They are also used to compile anonymous, aggregated statistics to help us understand how users interact with our website, allowing us to improve its structure and content.

For more general information on cookies, see the Wikipedia article on HTTP Cookies or https://cookiepedia.co.uk

4.   How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for a variety of reasons detailed below. Unfortunately, in most cases, there are no industry-standard options for disabling cookies without completely disabling the functionality and features they add to this site. It is recommended that you leave on all cookies if you are unsure whether you need them or not, in case they are used to provide a service that you use.

From a duration perspective, cookies are classified as:

• Session cookies: Temporarily stored in the browser’s cookie folder until the user leaves the website or closes the browser window.
• Persistent cookies: Stored on the user’s device even after the browsing session ends. They remain available for future visits but can be manually deleted by the user. These cookies have predefined expiration periods.

From an operator perspective, cookies are classified as:

• First-party cookies – Placed by the owner of the visited website.
• Third-party cookies – Placed by an entity other than the visited website (e.g., an external advertising provider). The following section details which third-party cookies you might encounter through this site:

• Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to help us understand how you use the site and find ways to improve your experience. For more details, see the official Google Analytics page.
• Third-party analytics: These cookies help us measure site usage and engagement.
• Testing new features: Cookies may be used to ensure a consistent experience while we test new site features.
• Advertising cookies: These allow us to provide relevant advertisements by anonymously tracking user interests.
• Social media buttons and plugins: Cookies from social media platforms allow users to share and interact with our content. These platforms include [List social networks integrated on the site].

From a purpose perspective, cookies are typically classified as:

• Strictly Necessary Cookies
  These cookies are essential for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled in our systems. Users can set their browser to block or alert them about these cookies, but some parts of the website may not function properly if they do so. These cookies are exempt from the requirement to obtain consent.
• Functional Cookies
  These cookies allow us to provide enhanced functionalities and a personalized experience on the site. If you do not allow these cookies, some services may not work correctly.
• Measurement, Analysis, and Performance Cookies
  These cookies help us count visits and track traffic sources to measure and improve website performance. They help identify popular pages and services that visitors find interesting. All data collected is aggregated and anonymous. If these cookies are not allowed, we will not know when your IP address has visited the site. Using applications such as Google Analytics, we collect anonymous data about website visits, such as viewed pages, time spent on the site, and entry points.
• Advertising Cookies
  These cookies are set on the site based on agreements with our advertising partners (e.g., Social Media platforms, Google, etc.). With these cookies, we and our partners can analyze user interests and display targeted ads based on previously visited pages.

If you do not allow advertising cookies, it does not mean you will not see ads, but the ads displayed will be less relevant to your interests.

To learn more about how cookies interact with online advertising, visit http://www.youronlinechoices.com/ro/.

5.   The cookies we use on isoskills.fi

The Company’s website uses both session and persistent cookies, as well as first-party and third-party cookies.

Types of Google cookies used:

Cookie name	Purpose / description	1st party / 3rd party	Duration
_ga	Google Analytics- Records an identification number that is used to generate statistical data related to user behavior on the site.	3rd party	2 years
_gat	Google Analytics	3rd party	2 years
_gid	Google Analytics – Records an identification number that is used to generate statistical data related to user behavior on the site.	3rd party	1 day

For more details on how Google processes personal data, please visit https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads?hl=ro . 

Google remarketing pixels can be disabled by visiting https://adssettings.google.com/authenticated?hl=en#display_optout   or http://optout.networkadvertising.org/?c=1

6.   Disabling Cookies

You can prevent the setting of cookies by adjusting the settings on your browser (see your browser’s Help section for instructions). Be aware that disabling cookies will affect the functionality of this and many other websites that you visit. Disabling cookies will usually result in disabling certain functionality and features of this site. Therefore, it is recommended that you do not disable cookies.

7.   Cookie Control

Users can express their explicit consent for non-essential cookies by selecting the relevant categories when visiting the site.

By default, most web browsers allow cookies to be saved on the user’s device. However, users can modify these settings to block automatic cookie management or to receive alerts when cookies are sent.

Users can withdraw their consent at any time by adjusting their browser settings.

For instructions on modifying browser settings, please visit the respective browser developer’s website under the “Settings” section.

The use of cookies can be controlled from your browser settings. Below are links to instructions for managing cookies in common browsers:

• Google Chrome: Manage Cookies
• Mozilla Firefox: Manage Cookies
• Microsoft Edge: Manage Cookies
• Safari: Manage Cookies
• Opera: Manage Cookies

8.   Privacy Settings Recommendations

We recommend enabling advanced data privacy settings.

For example, when accessing or viewing videos through the YouTube plug-in, YouTube cookies are stored on the user’s computer, and data is transmitted to Google Inc., as the operator of YouTube.

In this case, the data transmitted to Google Inc. includes:

• IP address and cookie ID
• Specific URL of the accessed page
• Date and time of system access
• Browser ID

This data transmission occurs regardless of whether the user has a Google account and is logged in or does not have an account.

YouTube or Google Inc. stores this data as user profiles and may use it for:

• Marketing purposes
• Market research
• User-driven website design

Such analysis is conducted to deliver targeted advertising and to inform other users about activities carried out on certain websites.

Users have the right to object to the creation of such user profiles by contacting Google, as the operator of YouTube.

9.   Updates to This Policy

We may occasionally update our Cookie Policy. If we do, we will update the “Effective Date” at the top of this page. If we make a material change regarding the use or disclosure of passive data, we will notify you in advance and seek your consent by publishing a notification on our website or contacting you via the email address you provided. We encourage you to periodically review this Cookie Policy to stay informed. Your continued use of our site constitutes your agreement to this Cookie Policy and any updates.