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Cookie Policy
What are cookies?
A cookie is a very small text file that a web server can store in a browser to save information about the user. The cookie uniquely identifies the device and can only be read by the website that sent it.
A cookie is not an executable file or programme and therefore cannot propagate or contain viruses or other malicious software, nor can it exceed 4,000 characters in length.
What are cookies used for?
Cookies are used to remember user preferences (language, country, login status, browser settings, website usage information, etc.), enabling a more personalised and efficient browsing experience.
The Fundación Agustín de Betancourt may use cookies to recognise returning users and offer a better, more personalised service, as well as to gather statistical information about website traffic and estimate the number of visits.
Types of cookies
By ownership
- First-party cookies: sent to the user's device from a domain managed by the Fundación Agustín de Betancourt.
- Third-party cookies: sent from a domain managed by another entity that processes the data obtained through the cookies.
By duration
- Session cookies: collect data while the user browses the website and are deleted when the browser is closed.
- Persistent cookies: data remains stored on the device and may be accessed for a defined period, ranging from a few minutes to several years.
By purpose
- Technical cookies: essential for the correct functioning of the website.
- Analytical cookies: collect anonymous statistical information about user activity to optimise browsing.
- Personalisation cookies: allow the service to be accessed with predefined characteristics based on the user's terminal settings (language, browser type, region, etc.).
- Advertising cookies: manage advertising spaces included on the website.
- Behavioural advertising cookies: store information about browsing behaviour to deliver personalised advertising.
Cookies used on this site
Technical cookies
| Cookie | Description | Duration |
|---|---|---|
wp-settings-{user_id} | Maintains user settings in wp-admin. | 1 year |
hasConsent | Stores the user's cookie consent. | 1 year |
Analytical cookies (Google Analytics)
| Cookie | Description | Duration |
|---|---|---|
_ga | Enables unique visit tracking. | 2 years |
_gat | Limits the number of requests. | 1 minute |
_gid | Distinguishes between users. | 24 hours |
Google Analytics stores cookies on servers located in the United States and undertakes not to share them with third parties except where necessary for the operation of the system or required by law. To prevent Google Analytics from collecting statistics, you can install thebrowser opt-out add-on.
Managing cookies
Users can configure their browser to accept or reject cookies, or to be notified when a server attempts to set one:
- Internet Explorer: Tools › Internet Options › Privacy › Settings.
- Firefox: Tools › Options › Privacy › Cookies.
- Chrome: Settings › Privacy and Security › Cookies.
- Safari: Preferences › Privacy.
- Opera: Settings › Delete Personal Information.
Most browsers also offer a private browsing mode in which cookies are automatically deleted at the end of each session (InPrivate in IE, Private Browsing in Firefox/Safari/Opera, Incognito in Chrome).
You can also manage cookies using tools such asGhostery orYour Online Choices.
Social media and third parties
The Fundación Agustín de Betancourt has a presence on third-party platforms. For information about their privacy and cookie policies, please refer to each service:
Updates to this policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We recommend checking this page periodically to stay informed about how and why we use cookies.