This Cookie Policy applies to the website www.institutulbrainmap.ro, operated by Brain Map Online SRL, and explains what cookies are, how we use them and how you can manage your preferences.
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, phone) when you visit a website. They help recognise the device and improve the user experience by remembering your actions and preferences (e.g. login, language, settings).
2. Types of cookies used
Our website may use the following types of cookies:
a. Strictly necessary cookies
These cookies are essential for the proper functioning of the site and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually set in response to actions taken by you, such as filling in a form or logging into an account.
b. Performance and analytics cookies
These help us understand how visitors interact with the website (e.g. pages visited, traffic sources). The information collected is anonymous and allows us to improve how the site works.
c. Functionality cookies
These cookies allow the site to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation (e.g. saving your language preferences). If you do not allow them, some parts of the site may become unavailable.
d. Marketing and advertising cookies
These may be set through our site by our advertising partners (e.g. Google, Facebook). They may be used to build a profile of your interests and to show you relevant ads on other sites.
3. Third-party cookies
Certain sections of the site may include content provided by third parties (e.g. YouTube videos, Google Maps tools). These third parties may place their own cookies, for which we are not responsible. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
4. Managing your cookie preferences
On your first visit to our site, you will be shown a cookie consent banner, through which you can accept or customise the use of cookies.
You can change your preferences at any time afterwards:
- From your browser settings (e.g. deleting cookies, blocking cookies)
- Or by accessing the cookie management panel on the site (link available in the footer)
Please note: Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality and experience on the site.
5. How you can control cookies from your browser
Most browsers allow you to view, manage, delete or block cookies. Below are links to the instructions for the most widely used browsers:
6. Changes to the Cookie Policy
We reserve the right to update this Policy periodically. Any changes will be published on this page, with the "last updated" date revised accordingly.