1. INTRODUCTION

This website and its possible subdomains (collectively referred to as the "Website") are owned by Protectia AB, registered in Sweden with company registration number 559365-5169 (referred to below as "we", "our", or "us").

References to "you", "your", or "yours" refer to the visitor of the Website.

We have created this cookie notice to provide you with information about:

  • the types of cookies used on the Website.
  • the parties involved in downloading or storing cookies.
  • the purposes for which cookies are used.
  • the duration of the cookies used.
  • the possibility of sharing the information collected by cookies with third parties.
  • methods for managing cookie storage.

Our goal is to increase your understanding of how cookies work and provide you with the opportunity to make informed decisions about their use. If the cookies used involve the collection of personal data belonging to you, you also have the right to information about the processing of personal data according to the General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”) of the EU. More information about our processing of personal data can be found in our privacy notice.

2. GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT COOKIES

A cookie is a small text file that a website saves on a visitor's device, such as a mobile phone, computer, or tablet. Cookies serve various functions and enable visitors to access different features on a website.

Cookies can be used to collect information about website visitors and perform actions such as:

  • access to information stored on the visitor's device.
  • storing information on the visitor's device.
  • tracking a visitor's browsing activity on websites that use the same cookie.
  • storing information about a visitor's interactions and activities on a website.
  • storing information during and between visits to the website.
  • enabling direct marketing to the visitor based on their interests.

The use of cookies may involve the transfer of information from us to the visitor of the Website and/or from the visitor directly to us, to a third party acting on our behalf, or to another party in accordance with their privacy policy.

There are different types of cookies, which can be categorized into the following main groups:

Session cookies: These cookies are temporarily stored in the device's memory and have no expiration date. They are active only during the visitor's browser session and are deleted when the browser is closed. They are typically used to maintain session information and enable certain website features.

Persistent cookies: Unlike session cookies, persistent cookies are stored on the device for a longer period and have an expiration date. Even after the browser is closed, these cookies can remain in the device's memory. However, they are automatically deleted after the expiration date. They are usually used to remember user settings for future visits.

Third-party cookies: These cookies are placed by entities other than the owner or operator of the website. These cookies serve various purposes, including analytics, advertising, or integration with social media. Third-party cookies can be either session cookies or persistent cookies, depending on the specific functionality and duration required by the third-party entity.

On this Website, we may use session cookies, persistent cookies, and third-party cookies to enhance your browsing experience and provide specific functionalities.

3. CATEGORIES OF COOKIES USED BY THIS WEBSITE

This Website uses cookies belonging to the categories listed below. These descriptions are intended to help you make informed decisions about your use of the Website.

3.1 Necessary Cookies

Cookies placed within the category of "Necessary cookies" are essential for the Website to function properly. They are necessary to provide the online services you have requested. In short, these cookies are crucial for you to fully experience the features of the Website. They enable us to maintain user sessions, prevent security threats, and ensure basic functionality and security features that are important to you as a visitor of the Website.
The use of necessary cookies does not require your prior consent, and therefore, you cannot opt-out of their use. This means that cookies placed within this category will always be used.

3.2 Non-Necessary Cookies

To use cookies categorized as non-necessary, we need to obtain your active consent. You are hereby informed that you have the right to withdraw your consent at any time, without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal. You can disable or manage non-necessary cookies as described in section 5 below. Please note that non-necessary cookies are not essential for the basic functioning of the Website but are used for additional purposes.

The Website uses the following categories of non-necessary cookies:

Analytical Cookies

Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the Website. They collect information on metrics such as the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, and page popularity. This data helps us analyze and improve the performance and user experience of the Website.

Other

The "Other" category refers to cookies that are currently being analyzed and evaluated to determine appropriate categorization.

4. HOW THIS WEBSITE USES COOKIES

Below is a list of cookies used on this Website, including their respective categories, storage duration on your device, a brief description of their purpose, and information on whether the data is shared with other parties.

Necessary

Necessary cookies are essential for the basic functionality of the website, and the website will not function properly without them. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information.

Analytics

Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. These cookies help provide information on metrics like number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc.

5. HOW YOU CAN MANAGE COOKIE STORAGE

You have the option to manage the storage of cookies on your device through various methods. This includes the ability to disable or enable cookies entirely or partially. However, it is important to note that such actions may have consequences. Disabling cookies, either entirely or partially, may result in certain functions on the Website not functioning as intended.

Below are examples of how you can manage the storage of cookies on your device:

5.1 Settings via the cookie solution on this Website

You have the option to manage the use of cookies from this Website through the installed cookie solution. By using the cookie settings provided by this solution, you can actively consent to the use of different categories of cookies or choose to deny the use of cookies belonging to specific categories.

Please note that necessary cookies, as mentioned in section 3 above, will always be used and do not require your prior consent.

It is important to note that you can change or withdraw your active consent to the use of non-necessary cookies at any time. This means you have flexibility to adjust your preferences regarding the use of cookies based on your needs and preferences.

5.2 Browser Settings

If you prefer not to use non-necessary cookies, you can change settings in most browsers to block their use. Additionally, you have the option to configure settings to prompt you to actively accept each new cookie sent to your device when visiting a website.

Browser settings may also offer the ability to block third-party cookies or designate frequently visited sites as "trusted sites," ensuring cookies from these trusted sources are always accepted.

Additionally, browser settings often provide the ability to delete specific cookies stored on your device or clear all previously stored cookies. These features are typically available through menu options like "Help," "Tools," or "Edit" in the browser.

If you need assistance configuring settings in your browser, contact the browser's publisher or refer to the browser's help pages for detailed instructions.

Remember to adjust settings in each browser you use on different devices and locations to ensure your settings are consistently applied.

6. MORE INFORMATION

For further information about cookies and the Electronic Communications Act, you can visit the Swedish Post and Telecom Authority's website at pts.se.

If you want to learn more about GDPR and the processing of personal data, you can visit the Swedish Data Protection Authority's website at imy.se.

For general information about cookies and their functions, you can explore websites such as allaboutcookies.org.

These resources can provide more in-depth knowledge and guidance on the topics of cookies, data protection, and related regulations.

7. OUR COMPANY AND CONTACT INFORMATION

If you have any questions or concerns about how this Website uses cookies, please feel free to contact us using the following contact details:

Company: Protectia AB
Org. no: 559365-5169
Email: info@protectia.se
Postal address: c/o Talenom Järfälla AB, Järfällavägen 106 Plan 5, 177 41 Järfälla
Phone: +46 8 580 981 11

Last updated: 28/04/2024