1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how ILLUSTRA GROUP ARCHITECTS SRL ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on the website illustra.ro (the "Website").
This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
Types of Cookies:
- Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them
- First-Party Cookies: Set by the website you're visiting
- Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services (e.g., analytics providers)
3. Current Cookie Usage
We currently do not use cookies or similar tracking technologies on our Website.
Our Website functions without the need for cookies at this time. You can browse our site, view our portfolio, and submit contact forms without any cookies being stored on your device.
4. Future Use of Cookies
We may implement analytics tools in the future to better understand how visitors use our Website and improve user experience. If we do implement cookies, we will:
4.1 Analytics Cookies (Potential Future Use)
We may use services like Google Analytics to collect information about:
- Pages visited and time spent on pages
- How you arrived at our Website
- Device and browser information
- General geographic location (country/city level)
- User behavior patterns
This information helps us improve our Website and content.
4.2 Your Consent
Before implementing any cookies:
- We will display a clear cookie consent banner
- You will have the option to accept or decline non-essential cookies
- We will provide detailed information about the cookies we use
- You can change your preferences at any time
5. Cookies We Will NOT Use
We do not and will not use:
- Advertising or marketing cookies
- Social media tracking cookies
- Cookies that track you across multiple websites
- Cookies that collect sensitive personal information
6. How to Manage Cookies
Even though we don't currently use cookies, you can control and manage cookies through your browser settings:
6.1 Browser Settings
All modern browsers allow you to:
- View cookies stored on your device
- Delete existing cookies
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies only
- Receive notifications when cookies are set
Browser Cookie Management:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
6.2 Third-Party Opt-Out Tools
If we implement analytics in the future, you can opt out through:
- Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
- Your browser's Do Not Track (DNT) settings
6.3 Impact of Blocking Cookies
Since we don't currently use essential cookies, blocking cookies will not affect your ability to use our Website. If we implement analytics cookies in the future, blocking them will only prevent us from collecting usage statistics and will not impact core functionality.
7. Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies:
7.1 Web Beacons / Pixels
Small graphic images that may be used in emails or on web pages to track whether content has been viewed. We currently do not use these.
7.2 Local Storage
HTML5 local storage allows websites to store data locally on your device. We currently do not use local storage.
7.3 Server Logs
Our web servers may automatically collect technical information such as:
- IP addresses
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Referring URLs
This information is used for technical administration and security purposes only.
8. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We will update this Cookie Policy if we implement cookies or change our practices. Changes will be indicated by updating the "Last Updated" date. If we implement cookies that require consent, we will notify you through a consent banner before setting any cookies.
9. Your Rights
Under GDPR and Romanian data protection law, you have the right to:
- Be informed about cookie use (this policy)
- Consent to non-essential cookies
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Access information about cookies we use
- Object to cookie processing
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about our Cookie Policy or cookie practices:
ILLUSTRA GROUP ARCHITECTS SRL
Barbu Vacarescu 137A
020273 București, România
Email: office@illustra.ro
Phone: +40 742 280 000
Website: https://illustra.ro
11. More Information
For more information about cookies and how to manage them:
- Your Online Choices: www.youronlinechoices.eu
- All About Cookies: www.allaboutcookies.org
- Romanian Data Protection Authority (ANSPDCP): www.dataprotection.ro