Cookie Policy

This policy refers to the cookies and web pages operated by the website www.hexity.ro.

The information below is intended to inform users about the placement, use, and management of the “cookies” used by www.hexity.ro. If you need more information and cannot find it below, you can contact us at +40 741 432 975 or via email at contact@hexity.ro.

This website uses both its own cookies and third-party cookies to provide visitors with a better browsing experience and services tailored to their individual needs and interests.

What are cookies?

A cookie is a small file made up of letters and numbers that is stored on a user's computer, mobile device, or other equipment used to access the Internet. The cookie is installed through a request sent by a web server to a browser (e.g., Internet Explorer, Chrome) and is completely “passive” (it does not contain software programs, viruses, or spyware and cannot access information from the user’s hard drive).

A cookie consists of two parts: the name and the content or value of the cookie. Moreover, the lifespan 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 server. Cookies themselves do not require personal information to be used and, in most cases, do not personally identify Internet users.

These files make it possible to recognize the user’s device and display content in a relevant way, tailored to the user’s preferences. Cookies provide users with a pleasant browsing experience and support our efforts to offer convenient services — for example: preferences regarding online privacy, shopping cart contents, or relevant advertising. They are also used to generate anonymous, aggregated statistics that help us understand how users interact with our web pages, allowing us to improve their structure and content over time, without personally identifying individual users.

Cookies store important information that enhances the browsing experience on the Internet (e.g., language settings for accessing a website, keeping a user logged in to their webmail account, online banking security, or retaining products in the shopping cart).

Cookies are a central element in 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 cause certain websites to become unusable.

Refusing or disabling cookies does not mean you will no longer receive online advertising — it only means that such advertising will no longer take into account your preferences and interests as reflected in your browsing behavior.

We use two types of cookies:

Session cookies – These are temporarily stored in the web browser’s cookie folder so that the browser 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 a computer’s or device’s hard drive (generally depending on the cookie’s predetermined lifespan). Persistent cookies also include those placed by a website other than the one the user is currently visiting — known as “third-party cookies” — which can be used anonymously to remember a user’s interests and deliver advertising that is more relevant to the user.

A visit to www.hexity.ro may place the following types of cookies:

• Strictly necessary cookies
• Site performance cookies
• Visitor analytics cookies
• Geotargeting cookies
• Registration cookies
• Advertising cookies
• Advertising provider cookies

Strictly necessary cookies are essential for the proper functioning of the website. These cookies do not require your prior consent to be downloaded onto your device. You can set your browser to block these cookies, but in this case, certain sections of the website may not function correctly.

The site uses Google Analytics cookies to collect information about how visitors use the website and to detect potential navigation issues. Google Analytics stores information about the pages visited, the duration of the visit, how the site was accessed, and which sections of the pages were viewed. No personal information is stored, so this data cannot be used to identify individual users.

The website uses Google Analytics to monitor whether the site meets users’ needs and to prioritize improvements to the processes carried out. Google provides more information about cookies in its privacy and cookie policy pages. Additionally, Google offers a browser “add-on” that allows users to opt out of Google Analytics regardless of the pages they visit.

Security and privacy issues.

Cookies are NOT viruses! They use plain text formats. They are not made up of executable code, so they cannot run on their own or self-execute. Consequently, they cannot duplicate or replicate across networks. Because they cannot perform these functions, they cannot be considered viruses.

However, cookies can be used for negative purposes. Since they store information about users’ preferences and browsing history, cookies can act as a form of spyware. Many anti-spyware products recognize this and continuously flag cookies for deletion during anti-virus/anti-spyware scanning procedures. Generally, browsers have built-in privacy settings that provide different levels of cookie acceptance, validity periods, and automatic deletion after a user visits a specific website.

Other security considerations related to cookies:
Since protecting one’s identity is valuable and a right of every Internet user, it is important to be aware of potential issues cookies may cause. Cookies constantly transmit information between the browser and the website in both directions. If an attacker or unauthorized person intercepts this data transmission, the information in the cookie can be compromised. Although rare, this can happen if the browser connects to a server via an unencrypted network (e.g., an unsecured Wi-Fi network). Other cookie-based attacks involve misconfigured cookies on servers. If a website does not require the browser to use only encrypted channels, attackers can exploit this vulnerability to trick browsers into sending information through unsecured channels. The attackers can then use this information to gain unauthorized access to certain websites.

It is very important to carefully choose the most appropriate method to protect your personal information.

Advices

Due to their flexibility and the fact that most of the most visited websites use cookies, they are almost unavoidable. Disabling cookies will prevent users from accessing widely used websites such as YouTube, Gmail, Yahoo, and others.

Here are some tips to ensure worry-free browsing while still using cookies:

• Customize your browser settings regarding cookies to reflect a comfortable level of security for their use.

• If cookies don’t bother you and you are the only person using the computer, you can set long expiration periods for storing browsing history and personal login data.

• If you share computer access, consider configuring your browser to delete individual browsing data each time you close it. This allows you to access sites that place cookies while clearing all visit information at the end of each session.

• Install and keep anti-spyware applications up to date.

• Anti-spyware applications detect and prevent attacks on websites. They help prevent the browser from accessing sites that could exploit browser vulnerabilities or download harmful software. Make sure your browser is always updated to the latest version.

Cookie-based attacks exploit weaknesses in older browser versions. Cookies are everywhere and cannot be avoided if you want access to the best and most popular websites on the Internet. With a clear understanding of how they work and the benefits they provide, you can take the necessary security measures to browse the Internet with confidence.

How can I disable cookies?

Disabling or refusing cookies may make certain websites impractical or difficult to visit and use. Refusing to accept cookies does not mean that you will no longer receive or see online advertising.

It is possible to configure your browser so that these cookies are not accepted, or you can set the browser to accept only certain cookies.

All modern browsers allow you to change cookie settings. These settings are usually found in the “Options” or “Preferences” menu of your browser.

Cookies are an integral part of your Internet browsing experience. They serve a positive role and are leveraged by technology to help users have a better, faster, more relevant, and more satisfying experience on www.hexity.ro and, in general, on the Internet. As long as you follow basic security practices and understand how to control them, cookies do not cause harm and cannot be used against your interests.